1538-1 - Solventum Durapore™ Surgical Tape - 1" x 10 yds, 12 rl/bx, 10 bx/cs

Durapore™ Surgical Tape - 1" x 10 yds, 12 rl/bx, 10 bx/cs

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The Solventum Durapore™ Surgical Tape (1538-1) is a professional-grade, silk-like cloth medical tape specifically engineered for the high-strength securement of lightweight medical devices and clinical dressings. As a "high-adhesion" medical tape, it features a durable, woven backing that provides the necessary tensile strength to prevent stretching or failure under physical stress. The hypoallergenic, pressure-sensitive acrylate adhesive is designed to offer immediate, aggressive tack to dry skin, ensuring that critical securement remains intact for up to 72 hours even on mobile or active patients.

This specific 1-inch width configuration is the standard institutional size for precision securement of IV lines, nasogastric tubes, and secondary dressings. Its silk-like cloth construction allows the tape to conform to anatomical contours while remaining easy to tear by hand—both horizontally and vertically—without the need for surgical scissors. The 1538-1 model is optimized for reliability in acute care, surgical, and emergency environments where high-tack performance is essential for maintaining device stability and preventing accidental displacement in high-movement areas.

Key Features

• High-Strength Silk-Like Cloth: Provides superior tensile strength to secure medical equipment and prevent device migration.
• Aggressive Adhesion Profile: Delivers high initial and long-term tack to dry skin, making it ideal for demanding securement tasks.
• Bi-Directional Hand Tear: Woven structure allows for rapid, clean tearing by hand in both directions for improved clinical workflow efficiency.
• Hypoallergenic Adhesive: Formulated to minimize the risk of skin irritation while maintaining maximum bond strength.
• Conformable and Durable: Adapts to anatomical curves and resists fraying or stretching during extended patient movement.

Ideal Clinical Applications

• Device Anchoring: Specifically indicated for the primary securement of IV catheters, nasogastric (NG) tubes, and small-bore drainage tubes.
• Precision Dressing Fixation: Provides robust stabilization for standard-sized post-operative dressings and surgical gauze.
• Finger and Joint Taping: Ideal for immobilization support or "buddy taping" where a non-stretch, high-strength cloth backing is required.
• Patient Positioning: Used in clinical settings to stabilize small joints or limbs during procedures requiring high-strength immobilization.

Product Details

Brand: Durapore™ (Solventum, formerly 3M™)

Product Type: Silk-Like Cloth Surgical Tape

Compatible With: Heavy medical tubing, large surgical gauze, and immobilization splints.

Latex Status: Not made with natural rubber latex.

Single-Use / Reusable: Single-Use Only.

Packaging

Durapore™ Surgical Tape - 1" x 10 yds, 12 rl/bx, 10 bx/cs

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Important Safety Information

Contraindications

Do not use this product as the primary securement method for critical life-support equipment, such as endotracheal tubes or arterial lines, unless specifically mandated by facility-specific critical care protocols.

Do not apply this tape directly to infected wound beds, deep cavity wounds, or areas of active hemorrhage.

Warnings & Precautions

Do not apply Durapore™ tape under tension. Applying high-adhesion cloth tape with "stretch" can cause significant mechanical tension-induced skin injury, including localized blistering, epidermal stripping, or vascular compromise.

Ensure the application site is clean and dry before use. The presence of topical ointments, oily residues, or heavy moisture will degrade the performance of the pressure-sensitive acrylate adhesive.

This tape features very high adhesion. It is not recommended for use on patients with extremely fragile, "tissue-paper," or at-risk skin, such as elderly or neonatal patients, as removal may cause skin tears. Consider a gentler option like Micropore™ for these populations.

To remove properly, loosen the tape's leading edge and remove "low and slow" in the direction of hair growth while stabilizing the skin with the other hand. Use of a medical adhesive remover is highly recommended for sensitive sites to prevent trauma.

Store the product in a cool, dry environment (50-80°F) to maintain adhesive integrity. Exposure to extreme heat or high humidity may lead to adhesive transfer or reduced bond strength.