3 inch Delta-Cast Prints polyester casting tape by BSN Medical / Essity gives a rigid orthopedic cast a patterned finish without using fiberglass in the printed tape itself. Each roll measures 3 inches x 4 yards (7.5 cm x 3.6 m), and each box contains 10 rolls. Choose ten rolls of one design or the Mixed Pack with five designs, two rolls of each. A favorite print gives patients a way to personalize the cast they wear during recovery.
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The printed fabric provides the decorative finish on a clinical cast. It is a resin-impregnated medical casting material, not a soft craft ribbon or plaster bandage. Handle only with appropriate protective equipment and follow the manufacturer's safety instructions.
The difference starts with the fabric. Polyester casting tape uses polyester fabric; fiberglass casting tape uses glass-fiber fabric. Both are impregnated with polyurethane resin, which hardens on exposure to water or moisture in the air. Fiberglass generally provides greater strength and rigidity, while polyester fabric is softer and more conformable. Both become solid, rigid casting materials after curing.
| Feature | Polyester Casting Tape | Fiberglass Casting Tape |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric substrate | Polyester | Glass fiber |
| Hardening mechanism | Moisture-activated polyurethane resin | Moisture-activated polyurethane resin |
| General material distinction | Softer, conformable fabric; rigid when cured | Generally greater strength and rigidity |
| Common layered approach | Printed decorative outer layer | White structural base cast |
A common approach is to construct a white fiberglass base cast for strength, then apply Delta-Cast Prints polyester casting tape as a decorative outer layer. This combines the rigidity of the fiberglass base with the patterned appearance of the polyester overlay. The printed layer does not replace the required structural layers. Cast construction, layer count, and application must follow the manufacturers' instructions and the treating clinician's judgment.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BSN Medical / Essity |
| Roll size | 3 inches x 4 yards (7.5 cm x 3.6 m) |
| Pack size | 10 rolls. Single-design box or Mixed Pack, depending on selection. |
| Setting time | 3–5 minutes; follow current manufacturer instructions. |
| Weight-bearing strength | Approximately 20 minutes when properly applied. Bear weight only as directed by the treating clinician. |
| Water and working time | Use the wetting procedure and water temperature specified in the current instructions. Setting time is not a separate guaranteed working time. |
Each listed roll is 4 yards long; each box contains 10 rolls. Only the 3-inch references are ordered on this page. The 2-inch references below are comparison information, not selectable sizes on this listing. Match your selected design to its manufacturer reference number.
| Design | 2 in x 4 yd REF | 3 in x 4 yd REF | Pattern Swatch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Camouflage | 7227369 | 7227370 |  |
| Camouflage | 4002 | 4003 |  |
| Dinosaur | 4502 | Not offered |  |
| Galaxy | 7227371 | 7227372 |  |
| Leopard | 7227364 | 7227366 |  |
| Pastel | 7227317 | 4073 |  |
| Paws | 7227320 | 7227321 |  |
| Pink Camouflage | 7227340 | 7227341 |  |
| Sports | 4112 | 4113 |  |
| Stars & Stripes | 4142 | 4143 |  |
| Mixed Pack | 7227360 | 7227361 |
(2 of each)
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Mixed Pack: Ten rolls per box, with two rolls each of Blue Camouflage, Leopard, Paws, Pink Camouflage, and Sports. A dash means no 3-inch reference is supplied in this chart.
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OrthoTape's preferred undercast option to discuss with your clinician is OrthoH2O Waterproof Cast Stockinette Full Roll. Its product information describes use with standard fiberglass casting tape. The treating clinician must confirm suitability of the complete construction, including any printed polyester overlay, and follow the instructions for each material.
Water exposure requires an appropriate complete undercast system, correct application, and your clinician's approval. Standard absorbent padding is not waterproof. Do not swim, soak, or shower an ordinary cast because its outer tape has cured.
Browse casting supplies, cast padding, stockinette, and cast removal tools. This listing is for 3-inch rolls; the 2-inch chart references are not options on this page.
This overview is not a substitute for the manufacturer's instructions or clinical training.
For application by appropriately trained clinicians. Moisture in the air can initiate hardening, so do not open the foil packaging before use. Follow current manufacturer directions for storage, application, curing, safe weight-bearing, and removal. Do not use this page as instructions for self-casting.
The main difference is the fabric: polyester casting tape uses polyester fabric, while fiberglass casting tape uses glass-fiber fabric. Both are impregnated with polyurethane resin that hardens when exposed to water or humidity. Fiberglass generally provides greater strength and rigidity; polyester fabric is softer and more conformable. Both form solid, rigid casts after curing.
Insurance reimbursement and HSA/FSA eligibility depend on your plan, the medical purpose of the purchase, and any documentation required. Confirm coverage and eligibility with your insurer or account administrator before ordering. Compare your direct-purchase cost with your provider's materials charge; savings are not guaranteed.
A common clinician-directed approach is to construct a white fiberglass base cast for strength, then use printed polyester casting tape as a decorative outer layer. The treating clinician must determine suitability, layer count, and technique according to the manufacturers' instructions. The printed layer does not replace the structural layers required for the cast.
Neither. Delta-Cast Prints is fiberglass-free polyester fabric impregnated with moisture-activated polyurethane resin. It is not plaster of Paris. A cast with a fiberglass base and a Delta-Cast Prints overlay still contains fiberglass in its base layers.
Each box contains ten rolls measuring 3 inches by 4 yards. Single-design boxes contain ten rolls of the selected print. Mixed Pack reference 7227361 contains two rolls each of Blue Camouflage, Leopard, Paws, Pink Camouflage, and Sports.
The listed setting time is 3–5 minutes, with approximately 20 minutes to weight-bearing strength when properly applied. Setting is not the same as clearance to bear weight. Follow the current manufacturer instructions and the treating clinician's weight-bearing directions.
Printed outer tape alone does not make a cast waterproof. Water exposure requires a suitable complete undercast system, correct application, and approval from the treating clinician. OrthoTape's preferred undercast option to discuss with your clinician is OrthoH2O. Confirm suitability of the entire cast construction before swimming; standard absorbent padding is not waterproof.
Delta-Cast Prints is radiolucent, allowing X-ray assessment through the casting material. Imaging quality also depends on the complete cast construction and imaging technique.
