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Micropake medical fibreMicropakeŽ is an X-ray detectable yarn that meets European Standards for radiopacity, combined with the unique ability to be woven into surgical gauze which requires a thread to be more flexible. It is a European market leader and is used worldwide in the manufacture of X-ray detectable gauze swabs and sponges, using both woven and non-woven fabrics. Melt spun from polypropylene and loaded with 60% barium sulphate, Micropake meets the X-ray opacity requirements of both the British and French Pharmacopoeias. Key advantages include:
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A routine X-ray can easily detect the barium sulphate within the multifilament yarn which runs through the swab. |
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Speciality Fibres and Materials Ltd PO Box 111 101 Lockhurst Lane Coventry CV6 5RS UNITED KINGDOM
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Click on a link below to view as an Adobe PDF document. If you are experiencing any trouble, make sure you have the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader. Micropake product sheet - 1,000 KB (1 Mbyte) Read about the composition properties of Micropake, the hazards identification, fire fighting measures, first aid, handling and much more. |
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For further information on our products and services please visit our downloads section or feel free to contact us on +44 (0)24 7670 8200 — find out how we can help you today. Links to our other products and services: |
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