Preferred® Black

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Our most versatile splinting material can be used by novice or experienced splinters alike

Resistance to Stretch

Minimum to moderate resistance to stretch.
Tolerates minimum to moderate handling during splint molding.
Handle on a horizontal plane and form splint in a gravity-assisted position.
Gentle, smooth motions yield superior results.

Drape

Moderate drape with only light to moderate pressure.
Contours are quick to form.

Memory

Minimum to moderate memory.
Splints can be modified a few times without thinning.
Requires less handling and maintains contours while cooling.

Rigidity

Molded splints have a moderate rigidity.
A circumferential splint is flexible enough for easy donning and doffing, yet strong enough for immobilization.

Bonding

The unique powder coating gives a tacky feel that helps hold the material in place, without the material pulling or falling away.
A wet bond will hold firmly but can be pulled apart once cooled.
Dry heating two surfaces will form a strong bond.
For a permanent bond, use solvent minimally and dry heat prior to bonding.
Surface Finish
Moderate resistance to fingerprints and resists showing stains.
Smooth, self-sealing cut edges remain sealed even after reheating.

Applications

1/8" Preferred® can be used for almost any splinting application. Use for dynamic and static splinting; for adult and pediatric positioning; and for post-burn and post-surgical care.
3/32" Preferred® is thin and lightweight, yet strong, and can be used for forearm and hand-based splints. Ideal for arthritis splints, post-operative splints, and for pediatric splints when children are able to cooperate.

Working Time (1/8")

Allows three to five minutes to form and harden after softening in 160° F (71° C) water.

Latex Free

See Specs tab for perforation and thickness.

Sheets sold individually or in a case of 4.

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Hazmat: None
HCPCS*: None

* North Coast Medical, Inc. cannot guarantee that suggested codes are the most current available. This information is not intended to be, nor should it be considered billing or legal advice. It is within the sole discretion of the customer to determine the appropriate billing code, as well as whether the use of a product complies with medical necessity.

In-Stock Items: Orders received before 6:30 pm EST will ship the same day.
Out-of Stock Items: Shipment times will vary, depending on expected arrival to our inventory. The typical wait time is just a few days. Orders with both in-stock and out-of-stock items will be shipped partial, with any out-of-stock items being back-ordered and shipped complete when all back-ordered items are available. Note: All freight and handling charges are calculated on the original order. Back-orders ship and invoice separately and will not be charged additional freight and handling.
Direct-Ship Items: Direct-Ship items are shipped directly from the manufacturer. We place orders with the manufacturer within a few hours of receipt of your order. Shipping times will vary, depending on the efficiency of the individual manufacturer.
Special Order Items: Require additional information such as delivery environment and service level in order to provide an accurate shipping cost and expected date of delivery from the manufacturer.
On Demand: Can be expected in 10-15 days. When orders are placed for these items, we will order them from the manufacture, and they will be included in our next incoming shipment. Once we receive your items, we will ship them to you from one of our two domestic warehouses. Note: We place orders with our vendors once a week, typically on Mondays.
Drop Ship: Are placed with the manufacturer within 24 hours of receipt and are shipped directly from the manufacturer to your specified address. Shipping times vary as it is based on manufacturers inventory availability and/or ordering processing time.