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Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay Wristband
One of the softest and most durable direct thermal wristbands on the market
A solution designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern healthcare environments. This innovative wristband is engineered to be 2Xmore durable than our standard Z-Band UltraSoft wristbands, providing a seamless and durable identification method in a cartridge form that significantly reduces the need for re-banding patients during extended healthcare stays.
In demanding healthcare settings where efficiency and patient safety are paramount, the Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband offers unparalleled value. Its ease of use ensures that healthcare professionals can focus more on patient care and less on administrative tasks, thereby enhancing overall productivity and reducing the risk of errors.
Choose the Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband for a reliable, efficient, and patient-friendly identification solution that stands up to the challenges of today’s healthcare environment. Experience the difference of a product designed with both patients and healthcare professionals in mind, and with over 4 billion patients identified since 1998, you can rely on Zebra to ensure the optimum image durability and scanning performance that your caregivers require.
One of the softest direct thermal wristbands available
Rigid wristbands can cause scratches on delicate skin. But Z-Band UltraSoft wristbands feature a flexible and supple polyolefin material with a soft-feel coating to reduce the instances of scratches or cuts on those with sensitive skin.
Up to four times more durable than the leading competitor
The wristband is the cornerstone of patient safety and you can be confident that Z-Band extended stay barcodes will remain scannable for longer than the average patient stay. Zebra’s supplies research and development team tested the image durability of Z-Band wristbands to withstand smearing, abrasion, alcohol, mild cleansers, hand sanitizers and other substances typically found in hospitals. Independent laboratory testing showed that Z-Band extended stay were up to four times more durable to hand sanitizers than the leading competitor.*
Zebra’s comprehensive end-to-end solution
What sets the Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband apart from other products on the market is Zebra’s comprehensive end-to-end solution. Unlike other suppliers who offer limited options, Zebra provides wristband cartridges and printers, enabling a streamlined and integrated approach to patient identification. This ensures that healthcare facilities can rely on a consistent, high-quality solution from a single trusted partner.
Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband — seamless and durable identification that is 2X more durable than standard Z-Band UltraSoft wristbands.
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MR-Safe for patients undergoing MRI procedures
The direct thermal imaging chemistry is composed primarily of leuco dies and developers. The inks/varnishes used are UV varnishes and water based inks. There is no metal content in or on these particular patient identification bands. Therefore, Z-Band wristbands are considered to be MR-Safe.
Count on consistently exceptional performance
A barcode that fails to scan jeopardizes patient safety and staff productivity. That’s why we design, produce and rigorously pre- test our own line of thermal printing supplies to ensure consistent, optimized performance. We utilize an ISO 9001 certified, 23-point quality inspection to ensure consistent quality — and we never swap out materials. You get optimum image durability and scanning performance — ensuring first-scan readability even for narrow barcodes.
Specifications
Material Construction
| RM Number | 10040748RM |
| Facestock | Gloss white thermal imaging polyolefin 178 microns ±10% |
| Adhesive tab | Permanent rubber adhesive on kraft liner 90 microns ±10% |
| Environment | Indoor use; cold temperature compatible |
Temperature Performance
| Service temperature range1 | -40º F to 140º F/-40°C to 60°C |
Recommended Printers and Settings
| Printers | Direct thermal printer (no ribbon) Use Zebra ZD510-HC/HC100 wristband printers |
| Darkness/Print Speed Settings | ZPL Printers: Darkness: 24; Print Speed: 50mm/sec (2ips) EPL Printers: Darkness: 15 Print Speed: 50mm/sec (2ips) Zebra ZD510-HC/HC100: Printer settings automatically programmed at 102mm/sec (2ips) |
Durability Testing
| The image durability of a 5 mil narrow-bar 16 digit Code 128 barcode printed on a Zebra wristband at Zebra’s recommended darkness and speed settings was measured by scanning after exposure to solvents, abrasion and water. Pass= Immediate scan of barcode without repeated attempts Fail= Failure of barcode to scan or required repeated attempts to scan | |
| Abrasion Test | Pass: Exceeds 1000x with a dry crocking cloth |
| Water | Pass: Withstands total immersion in 40°C water for up to 24 hours |
| 91% IPA | Pass: Withstands 100x rubs with soaked cotton applicator |
| 70% IPA | Pass: Withstands 100x rubs with soaked cotton applicator |
| Betadine | Pass: Withstands 100x rubs with soaked cotton applicator |
| Purell | Pass: Withstands 100x rubs with soaked cotton applicator |
| Tensile strength | Pass: Withstands up to 45 pounds of force |
Product Performance and Suitability
| Recommended storage conditions | 72º F / 22º C at 50% RH |
| Expected life span in application2 | Indoor use, short term only; Please test in application |
Chemical Resistance
| Chemical | Expected chemical resistance |
| Weak chemicals | |
| Blood | Recommended |
| Body Fluid | Recommended |
| Salt Water | Recommended |
| Water | Recommended |
| Window Cleaner | Not recommended |
| Moderate chemicals | |
| Alcohol | Recommended |
| Ammonia | Not recommended |
| Bleach | Not recommended |
| IPA | Recommended |
| Harsh chemicals | |
| Gasoline | Not recommended |
| Grease | Not recommended |
Regulatory and Compliance
BPA and latex free Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband is considered to be MR-Safe. Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband is made of polyolefin. The direct thermal imaging chemistry is composed primarily of leuco dies and developers. The inks / varnishes used are UV varnishes and water-based inks. There is no metal content in or on these particular patient identification bands. Therefore, Z-Band UltraSoft Extended Stay wristband is considered to be MR-Safe. |
Footnotes
1. Following correct application and appropriate dwell time (usually 24hrs) the media will withstand this temperature range.
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Markets and Applications
Healthcare
- Safe, secure, positive patient ID for hospitals
- Patients whose stay is longer than 14 days
- Identification of patients with delicate skin
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