Description
The Doran Head Circumference Measuring Tape is a non-stretchable Teflon tape, so the measurement today matches the measurement next visit. It reads to 23 in and 58 cm in fine increments, and the reverse side carries midpoint measurement for symmetric placement. Pediatric teams documenting head growth on Doran growth charts get a tape that can be cleaned with bleach based cleaners between infants.
- Non-Stretchable Teflon – The tape cannot stretch, which removes the quiet error that fabric tapes introduce over time.
- Dual Scales – Inches to 23 in at 1/8 in increments and centimeters to 58 cm at 1 mm increments cover both chart formats.
- Midpoint Marks on Reverse – The back side supports midpoint measurement, which helps place the tape symmetrically.
- Bleach Cleaner Safe – The tape can be cleaned with bleach based cleaners, which fits nursery infection practice.
Head Circumference Measurement Without Tape Stretch Error
Head circumference is a small number with large diagnostic weight, and it depends on the tape not changing length. Teflon construction holds the scale true across thousands of measurements and repeated cleaning. Measurements document directly onto Doran growth charts, pairing the tape with the record it was designed for. The fine graduations support the precision that head growth tracking demands in the first years. The distributor listing packages the tapes 15 per pack and five packs per case, sold as listed for clinic stocking.
Features and Benefits
Measurement
- Two Unit Scales – Read in inches or centimeters from the same tape for either chart system.
- Midpoint Reverse – The reverse side midpoint measurement aids consistent tape placement.
Hygiene and Durability
- Cleanable Surface – Bleach based cleaners can be used on the tape between patients.
- Stretch-Free Material – Teflon keeps graduations accurate across the tape service life.
Product Specifications
Measurement
- Length Inches: 23 in by 1/8 in
- Length CM: 58 cm by 1 mm
- Construction: Teflon
- Packaging: 15 per pack, 5 packs per case, sold as listed
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Why Choose a Non-Stretch Head Tape
A stretched tape quietly shrinks every head measurement after it, and growth decisions inherit the error. The Teflon tape holds its scale, cleans with bleach based solutions, and documents straight onto Doran growth charts.
- Trustworthy Trend Data – A tape that cannot stretch keeps serial measurements comparable across visits.
- Nursery Hygiene Ready – Bleach based cleaning fits between-infant practice without degrading the tape.
- Chart System Match – The tape is made to document on Doran growth charts, which completes the measuring set.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the tape measure?
It measures head circumference up to 23 in in 1/8 in increments or 58 cm in 1 mm increments.
Why does non-stretch matter?
A tape that stretches reads smaller circumferences over time. The Teflon tape cannot stretch, so serial measurements stay comparable.
Can it be disinfected?
Yes. The tape can be cleaned with bleach based cleaners.
What is on the reverse side?
The reverse side provides midpoint measurement, which helps with symmetric tape placement.
How is it packaged?
The distributor listing packages 15 tapes per pack and five packs per case, sold as listed.
