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184 Thickness Blue 1.5mm OB2950 3mm OB2951 6mm OB2952 9mm OB2953 Orthashock Slow Memory EVA - Shore A25 Shock absorbing, high restoration capabilities, cost effective. Orthashock is produced from a slow memory, closed-cell EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate)which has been transformed by compression giving it great shock absorbing properties - suitable for areas that must remain free of pressure. Orthashock is a highly versatile and malleable material perfect for developing orthopaedic aids. It boasts lightweight, durable and thermoformable properties that allo bespoke applications fulfilling the needs of each consumer, without losing its delayed recovery characteristics. Applications: Insoles, orthotic paddings - Heel and forefoot cushioning; Orthopaedic linings - AFO interfaces; orthotic top covers, mid layer orthotics, leisure padding for contact sport. Features: • Skin friendly - non toxic. • Washable. • Thermoformable. • Malleable - highly customisable to suit the needs of the consumer. • Closed-cell structure - retains rebound properties throughout use. • Flexible and lightweight. • Superb strength and tear resistance. • Smooth finish providing long lasting comfort • Excellent shock absorption and rebound properties. eefis • Water resistant. • Application versatility. • Durable - withstand daily wear. • Cost effective. • Hygienic and disinfectable due to closed-cell structure. Technical Properties: *tests performed on a 20mm thickness sample. • Density: (g/cm3) 0.20 + 0.03. • Hardness: (°Sh A) 22 + 5 . Sheet size: 95cm x 95cm. Sheet Foams

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