Provide maximum security for essential medical equipment with the [Solventum 3M Durapore Surgical Tape 1538-1], proudly supplied by qpHealthcare Store. Now manufactured under Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care), this standard 1-inch wide medical white plaster is a staple in hospitals and clinics worldwide. It is specifically designed for high-strength applications where lighter paper or plastic tapes simply cannot offer the necessary physical immobilization.
Why Choose Solventum 3M Durapore 1538-1 Surgical Tape?
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- High-Tensile Silk-Like Cloth Backing: The robust woven cloth structure resists stretching and tearing under pressure, making it the premier choice for anchoring heavy infusion lines, chest tubes, urinary catheters, and stabilizing finger or toe splints.
- Aggressive Medical-Grade Adhesive: Formulated with a latex-free, pressure-sensitive adhesive that grips firmly to skin or tubing immediately upon contact. It holds its integrity even when subjected to patient shifting, stretching, or minor body moisture.
- Bi-Directional Hand Tearing: Designed with fast-paced clinical environments in mind, this heavy-duty tape requires no scissors. It tears cleanly and straight with your fingers, both across its width (horizontally) and down its length (vertically).
- Skin-Conscious Air Breathability: The woven fabric matrix allows sweat vapor and air to escape naturally. This targeted breathability reduces the likelihood of localized skin maceration and irritation during extended wear.
- Hypoallergenic & Safe: Free of natural rubber latex, this tape protects vulnerable patients and healthcare professionals from hypersensitivity reactions and contact dermatitis.
Product Specifications & Box Dimensions
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- Product Brand: Solventum (Formerly 3M Health Care)
- Product Name: 3M Durapore Surgical Tape / White Plaster
- Model Number: 1538-1
- Material: Woven Silk-Like Cloth
- Adhesive Type: Hypoallergenic, Pressure-Sensitive (Latex-Free)
- Roll Dimensions: 1 inch × 10 yards (2.5 cm × 9.1 m) per roll
- Box Quantity: 12 Rolls per Box
- Product Weight: 0.40 kg per box
- Box Dimensions: 16.5 cm (Length) × 9.0 cm (Width) × 6.0 cm (Height)
Usage, Application & Removal Guidelines
For the most dependable initial bond, ensure the target skin area is clean, dry, and free of topical oils or lotions. Press the tape firmly from the center outward to activate its pressure-sensitive adhesive. For trauma-free removal, support the surrounding skin with one hand while slowly pulling the tape back flat and parallel to the skin surface to minimize hair and skin pulling.
For the most dependable initial bond, ensure the target skin area is clean, dry, and free of topical oils or lotions. Press the tape firmly from the center outward to activate its pressure-sensitive adhesive. For trauma-free removal, support the surrounding skin with one hand while slowly pulling the tape back flat and parallel to the skin surface to minimize hair and skin pulling.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the connection between 3M and Solventum for this tape?
3M Health Care officially spun off into an independent global healthcare corporation called Solventum. The exact same premium USA-engineered manufacturing, product model number (1538-1), and high-adhesion quality remain entirely unchanged under the Solventum brand name.
3M Health Care officially spun off into an independent global healthcare corporation called Solventum. The exact same premium USA-engineered manufacturing, product model number (1538-1), and high-adhesion quality remain entirely unchanged under the Solventum brand name.
Can I write clinical notes on this white plaster tape?
Yes. The matte, woven silk-cloth surface easily absorbs ink from permanent markers and standard hospital ballpoint pens, allowing nurses to cleanly note application dates, times, or patient initials directly on the tape.
Yes. The matte, woven silk-cloth surface easily absorbs ink from permanent markers and standard hospital ballpoint pens, allowing nurses to cleanly note application dates, times, or patient initials directly on the tape.
How does this model differ from the 1538-0 and 1538-3 models?
The model numbers simply indicate the roll widths: 1538-0 is the narrow 1/2-inch size (24 rolls/box), 1538-1 is this versatile 1-inch size (12 rolls/box), and 1538-3 is the wide 3-inch size (4 rolls/box). The tape material and adhesive formulation are identical.
The model numbers simply indicate the roll widths: 1538-0 is the narrow 1/2-inch size (24 rolls/box), 1538-1 is this versatile 1-inch size (12 rolls/box), and 1538-3 is the wide 3-inch size (4 rolls/box). The tape material and adhesive formulation are identical.
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