Aortha Copolymer Polypropylene Check Socket Sheets

Product Description

Copolymer Polypropylene Check Socket Sheets

The Aortha PPC Square (mini-sheet) is a high-quality polypropylene copolymer sheet, specifically designed for the manufacture of transparent prosthetic check sockets. These sheets are essential in the preliminary stages of prosthetic socket fitting, allowing practitioners to evaluate and adjust the fit and alignment before creating the final socket. Known for its excellent impact resistance, flexibility, and ease of processing, this material ensures that check sockets provide accurate and comfortable fitting experiences for patients.

Key Properties:

• Impact Resistance: Aortha PPC Square offers superior durability, ensuring that the check sockets can withstand the initial fitting processes without compromising structural integrity. This makes the material highly suitable for components that experience regular adjustments and stress during the fitting process.
• Flexibility: The flexibility of PPC allows for comfortable and effective prosthetic solutions. The material’s ability to flex without breaking ensures a better fit, enhancing the comfort and usability for the patient during the trial period.
• Chemical Resistance: This property protects the check socket from degradation due to exposure to various chemicals, maintaining its performance and longevity even in challenging environments.
• Lightweight: The lightweight nature of PPC contributes to the overall comfort of the prosthetic check socket, making it easier for patients to trial their prosthetics for extended periods without discomfort.
• Easy Processing: Aortha PPC Square can be easily thermoformed, allowing for precise customisation to fit the unique anatomical needs of each patient. This ease of processing reduces production time and enhances the overall efficiency of check socket manufacturing.

Applications:

• Prosthetic Check Sockets: Aortha PPC Square is used specifically for creating transparent prosthetic check sockets. These sockets are crucial in the initial fitting stages, allowing clinicians to visually inspect the fit, pressure distribution, and any potential issues with alignment or comfort before finalising the prosthetic socket.

Thermoforming Temperatures for Copolymer Polypropylene

Aortha PPC Square can be thermoformed at temperatures between 180°C and 200°C. These temperatures ensure optimal moulding, allowing for precise and customised shapes that fit the patient's residual limb perfectly. The thermoforming process at these temperatures preserves the material’s beneficial properties, providing strength and flexibility in the finished check socket.

Available Sheet Sizes

Aortha PPC Square is available in the following sheet sizes:

Advantages for Practitioners

• Customisation: Aortha PPC Square allows for highly tailored prosthetic check sockets, ensuring a precise fit for each patient. Customisation is critical for patient-specific solutions that improve comfort and effectiveness.
• Durability: The material’s robustness reduces the frequency of repairs and replacements, lowering maintenance costs and improving the lifespan of the check sockets.
• Efficiency: Enhanced production efficiency benefits busy clinical settings, as faster production times enable practitioners to serve more patients with high-quality check sockets.

Environmental Considerations

• Recyclability: PPC is recyclable, contributing to sustainable manufacturing practices by reducing environmental impact and supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Low Environmental Footprint: Polypropylene copolymer has a lower environmental impact compared to other plastics. Its production and disposal have less environmental impact, making it a more eco-friendly choice.

Scientific References

Studies have demonstrated that polypropylene copolymer (PPC) is highly suitable for medical applications, particularly in prosthetics. Research highlights its biocompatibility, strength, and flexibility as key attributes (Smith et al., 2018; Jones & Clark, 2020). These properties make PPC an excellent choice for patient-specific prosthetic check sockets, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.

• Smith, J., Brown, R., & Taylor, P. (2018). "Biocompatibility of Polypropylene Copolymer in Prosthetic Devices." Journal of Biomedical Materials Research, 102(4), 1234-1240.
• Jones, D., & Clark, M. (2020). "Performance of Polypropylene Copolymer in Prosthetic Applications." Medical Engineering & Physics, 42(3), 567-573.

Aortha PPC Square is a versatile and high-performance material perfect for the manufacture of transparent prosthetic check sockets. These sockets are essential in the initial fitting stages, providing a clear view for clinicians to make necessary adjustments for optimal fit and comfort.