The Soft Shell SAM Splint 15" is a moldable, aluminum-core extremity splint with a terrycloth fabric cover and "O" temper aluminum for the softest, most comfortable molding profile in the SAM Medical line. At 4.25 × 15 inches, it is optimized for wrist, hand, and forearm immobilization. Transparent to X-ray, washable, and reusable. SKU: MEDTAC1047. Features firm and extra-firm ends for graduated stiffness control. Key Specifications Specification Detail Manufacturer SAM Medical SKU MEDTAC1047 Dimensions 4.25 in. × 15 in. Material "O" temper aluminum core with terrycloth fabric cover C-Curve™ Principle Yes — gains rigidity when bent into arc Primary Applications Hand, wrist, forearm immobilization; sprains, strains, fractures Stiffness Profile Firm and extra-firm ends; graduated stiffness for varied support levels Radiolucent Yes — X-ray transparent Washable Yes Reusable Yes — remoldable multiple times Product Overview The Soft Shell SAM Splint is designed for immobilization applications where patient comfort during extended wear is the primary concern — wrist fractures, carpal injuries, forearm contusions, sprains, and minimally displaced distal radius fractures. While the standard SAM Splint II uses conventional closed-cell foam padding, the Soft Shell version replaces the exterior with an absorbent brushed terrycloth fabric that is softer against skin and absorbs minor moisture, making extended contact more comfortable for patients who will wear the splint for hours during transport or in-field treatment. The "O" temper aluminum core is softer than the standard SAM Splint II aluminum, allowing easier initial molding with less force — ideal for single-handed application by a responder or self-application in austere environments. The C-Curve™ structural principle still applies: once bent into the required shape, the aluminum gains exponential rigidity to maintain the molded configuration during wear. The two-end stiffness variation provides additional clinical flexibility: the extra-firm end can be positioned where maximum resistance to motion is needed (e.g., over a fracture site), while the firm end accommodates normal range-of-motion zones. At 4.25 × 15 inches, the Soft Shell SAM Splint is sized for optimal hand, wrist, and forearm coverage. It can be trimmed with ordinary scissors for pediatric sizing or to accommodate shorter limb segments. X-ray transparency allows radiographic imaging without splint removal, and the washable terrycloth cover can be laundered for re-use in controlled clinical settings. See also: SAM Splint II (36-inch military) | SAM Splint II with Cohesive Wrap | Full Immobilization Collection All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
