Description
The Hypafix Transparent Retention Tape is a waterproof polyurethane film that fixes small and large wound dressings, devices and instruments under a clear cover. The wound area stays visible for inspection through the film, and the cover can be worn in the shower without losing its hold.
- Inspect without removing – the transparent film leaves the dressing and the skin around it visible, so checks happen through the cover instead of under it.
- Shower-proof wear – the waterproof film keeps water out while showering, so daily washing does not end the fixation early.
- Up to seven days in place – the durable film keeps its adhesive strength for up to seven consecutive days of wear.
Clear, Waterproof Fixation You Can Check at a Glance
Removing a fixation just to look at a wound wastes a dressing and disturbs the site, yet an opaque cover hides exactly what a clinician needs to see. This transparent film solves both problems at once, sealing the dressing under a clear layer that leaves the wound area open to inspection. Water stays outside the film while the area inside stays visible at any moment.
The film is breathable, allowing the skin to breathe and helping prevent maceration during long wear. Its strong adhesive holds dressings, devices and instruments firmly, and when the wear period ends the film removes without leaving residue behind. A single application can last up to seven consecutive days while retaining that adhesive strength.
Features and Benefits
Transparent Waterproof Film
- See-Through Inspection: The clear film allows easy inspection of the surrounding wound area without lifting the fixation
- Waterproof Cover: The polyurethane film keeps water out and can be worn while showering
- Contamination Barrier: The sealed film keeps dirt, debris and water away from the wound to help prevent infection
Durable, Clean Wear
- Seven Day Wear: The long-lasting film can be worn for up to seven consecutive days and retains its adhesive strength
- Residue-Free Removal: The strong adhesive film comes away cleanly, leaving none of the residue behind
- Friction Protection: The film surface protects the covered area against friction during wear
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Material: Transparent polyurethane film with a protective liner
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Intended Use: Fixation of small and large wound dressings, devices and instruments
- Packaging: Rolls supplied by the case of 12, sold as packaged
Sizes and Item Numbers
- 2 in x 11 yd: Item number 7237800, case of 12 rolls
- 4 in x 11 yd: Item number 7237801, case of 12 rolls
- 6 in x 11 yd: Item number 7237802, case of 12 rolls
- 4 in x 2.25 yd: Item number 7237803, case of 12 rolls
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Why Choose the Hypafix Transparent Retention Tape?
A fixation that hides the wound forces a choice between disturbing the site and guessing at its progress. This clear film removes the choice, sealing dressings under a waterproof cover that can be checked at a glance and worn for a week.
- Visibility without disturbance – the wound area is inspected through the film, so sound fixations are not stripped for routine checks.
- Water kept out – the waterproof cover shrugs off shower water and keeps dirt and debris away from the wound.
- A week of wear – adhesive strength is retained for up to seven days, which stretches the interval between changes.
- Clean removal – when the wear period ends, the film lifts away without leaving adhesive residue on the skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this tape fix?
It fixes small and large wound dressings against the body, and it also secures devices and instruments in place. Each roll holds one of the four sizes listed above, ready to cover anything from a small pad to a broad dressing.
Can the wound be checked without removing it?
Yes, the film is transparent, so the dressing and the surrounding wound area can be inspected through the cover at any time. Routine checks no longer mean stripping off a sound fixation.
Can it be worn in the shower?
Yes, the film is waterproof and is made to be worn while showering. It also keeps dirt, debris and water away from the wound between showers, which helps guard against contamination.
How long can one application stay on?
One application can be worn for up to seven consecutive days, and the film retains its adhesive strength across that period. Change it sooner if the film lifts, the dressing underneath needs attention or the site must be examined directly.
Which sizes are available, and how are they sold?
Four sizes run from 2 in x 11 yd down to a shorter 4 in x 2.25 yd roll, and each size is its own item number in the size option above. Every size is sold as a case of 12 rolls.
Is this the genuine BSN Medical product?
Yes, this is the genuine waterproof film fixation made by BSN Medical under the Leukoplast range. Each case is printed with the item number for its size.
