Fabrication Enterprises Inc 24-5638-1 Splinting Material

Product Description

The FABRICATION ENTERPRISES INC 24-5638-1 is a stiff, non-perforated thermoplastic splinting material used in orthotic fabrication. Measuring 24 x 36 x 0.125 inches and weighing 4.37 pounds per sheet, it is designed for occupational therapists, orthotists, and rehabilitation specialists who fabricate custom orthoses. The material features full elastic memory (100%) and a non-coated surface, which promotes strong adhesive bonding between layers during forming. Its stiff formulation provides the structural rigidity required for load-bearing and corrective applications.

This splinting material is suited for large orthosis fabrication in both clinical and rehabilitation settings. The stiff grade is specifically recommended for long arm orthoses, ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), fracture bracing, and anti-spastic bracing applications. The 24 x 36 inch sheet size accommodates both large and small orthosis patterns, giving the fabricator flexibility across a wide range of patient sizes and anatomical regions. It is typically used in hospital rehabilitation departments, outpatient orthotic clinics, and private therapy practices.

Key Features

• Stiff formulation recommended for large orthoses, long arm orthoses, AFOs, and fracture bracing
• Full elastic memory (100%) allows controlled reheating and reshaping during fitting
• Non-coated surface promotes strong layer-to-layer adhesion without additional bonding agents
• Non-perforated sheet provides a solid base for attachments, padding, and hardware
• Single large sheet (24 x 36 inches) accommodates a wide range of orthosis patterns

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style orthotic fabrication material suitable for use in standard thermoplastic splinting and orthosis workflows across rehabilitation and clinical settings.

Installation Notes

Fabrication should be performed by a licensed occupational therapist or certified orthotist using a hydrocollator, heat gun, or splinting pan to activate the thermoplastic material. Follow the material manufacturer's recommended activation temperature to avoid overheating or patient contact burns. Trim edges with scissors or a utility knife prior to or immediately after forming while the material remains pliable. Finished orthoses should be checked for proper fit before the material fully cools and rigidifies.