3M Micropore Surgical Tape - White

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How to use 3M Micropore Tape?

Applying the Micropore Tape

• Apply tape evenly to clean, dry surface
• Apply the tape evenly by positioning and pressing down from the center toward the edges
• Optimize adhesion by firmly rubbing or pressing the tape backing. This will ensure the tape stays in place
• Never apply tape under tension. This may induce skin trauma in the form of blistering or skin tearing

Removal of the Surgical Tape

• Loosen the tape ends
• Remove the tape in the direction of hair growth.
• Keep the tape close to the skin surface and slowly pull the tape back
• Support the skin throughout the removal

Storage And Shelf Life:

• It is recommended that 3M surgical tapes be stored under normal conditions within the temperature range of 59 - 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C)
• 3M Microfoam tape has a recommended shelf life of three years under these conditions

Sterilization:

The following method was tested and proven reliable for sterilization and stable adhesion performance, with ethylene oxide residuals well within U.S. FDA guidelines:

1. Strips of tape arranged over a suitable release surface, e.g. glass, stainless steel, silicone-treated paper
2. Tape sealed in appropriate sterilization pouch or wrapper
3. EtO sterilized warm cycle 55 degrees C (130-145 degrees F), minimum 1 hour exposure time (50% RH - 600 mg/liter, or equivalent)
4. Warm cycle aeration (temperature not to exceed 55 degrees C) for a minimum 20-hour cycle before use

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