Flexive 3B

A self-adhering cohesive compression bandage (BS 7505 Type 3B) for musculoskeletal injuries, post-fracture care and as the cohesive top layer of a multi-layer system.

CE · UKCA Medical Device Class I Non-sterile BS 7505:1995 Type 3B

Overview

Flexive 3B is a self-adhering cohesive compression bandage. Its cohesive construction grips itself rather than the skin, holding dressings or other bandages securely in place without slipping. It can be used on its own or as the cohesive top layer of a multi-layer compression system.

Indications

For the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, post-fracture care and blunt injuries, and for preventive applications.

Key features

Easy to apply
Air-permeable
Conforms well to body contours
Tearable by hand
Latex-free

Regulatory

CE and UKCA marked. Medical Device Class I. BS 7505:1995 Type 3B. Supplied non-sterile.

Specifications

Flexive 3B — specifications
Characteristic	Specification
Material composition	85% polypropylene, 15% elastane
Width	2.5–15 cm (±0.5)
Length (stretched)	4.5–6.3 m (±0.30)
Extensibility	150% (±10)
Weight	49 g/m² (±7)
Standard colour	Brown
Available colours	White, red, green, purple, tan, black, blue, pink
Shelf life	3 years
Latex	Latex-free

Sizing & reference numbers

Flexive 3B — sizes and reference numbers
Width	Length (stretched)	Reference
2.5 cm	4.5 m	10066
5 cm	4.5 m	10065
7.6 cm	4.5 m	10024
10 cm	5.25 m	10025
10 cm	6.3 m	10026
15 cm	4.5 m	10067

Standard performance

BS 7505:1995 Type 3B — performance
Parameter	Value
Tension ratio	≥ 70%
Working extension	35–150%
Differential extension	≤ 2.0%

Role within a multi-layer system

Used as the cohesive top (outer) layer of a multi-layer compression kit, and also effective as a standalone Type 3B cohesive bandage. Flexy Clinical Kits™ pages to follow.