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The Opera® Universal High Sling is a multi- purpose sling with head support. The sling is designed for lifting high dependency patients in a variety of situations. The Universal High has been developed for hoists/lifters with a Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) and is available with clip fixings only.
A multi-purpose material that is easy to apply, slides easily and dries quickly after washing.
A cushioned, breathable material that conforms to user body shape. Can be used for bathing and in-situ.
A very fine, lightweight material designed for in-situ slings. Can be used with moulded chairs.
A highly porous material ideally suited for bathing and showering patients.
Max Safe Working Load: |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Polyester | 400kg | 882 lbs |
| Spacer | 300kg | 661lbs |
| Parachute | 200kg | 441lbs |
| Mesh | 300kg | 661lbs |
Available Sizes (mm): |
A |
B |
C |
D |
| Small (S) | 480-560mm | 500mm | 520mm | 310mm |
| Medium (M) | 600-700mm | 550mm | 580mm | 410mm |
| Large (L) | 740-820mm | 670mm | 640mm | 410mm |
| Extra Large (XL) | 800-900mm | 710mm | 670mm | 410mm |
Pro Tip: For most accurate results measure B + C together, then keeping the tape in the same place measure just B and subtract it from the total to give the value of C
Suitability in Use: |
|
| Loops lifters (L) | No |
| Clips lifters (C) | Yes |
| Amputees above the knee | No |
| Bilateral below the knee amputees | Yes |
| Limited head and neck control | Yes |
| In-situ/All day use (Parachute/Spacer fabric) | Yes |
| Toileting use | No |
Transfer Types: |
|
| Transfers from supine | Yes |
| Transfers to supine | Yes |
| Transfers from seated | Yes |
| Transfers to seated | Yes |
| Transfers from floor (semi-recumbent)* | Yes |
*With suitable hoisting equipment
Max Safe Working Load: |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Polyester | 400kg | 882 lbs |
| Spacer | 300kg | 661lbs |
| Parachute | 200kg | 441lbs |
| Mesh | 300kg | 661lbs |
Available Sizes (mm): |
A |
B |
C |
D |
| Small (S) | 480-560mm | 500mm | 520mm | 310mm |
| Medium (M) | 600-700mm | 550mm | 580mm | 410mm |
| Large (L) | 740-820mm | 670mm | 640mm | 410mm |
| Extra Large (XL) | 800-900mm | 710mm | 670mm | 410mm |
Pro Tip: For most accurate results measure B + C together, then keeping the tape in the same place measure just B and subtract it from the total to give the value of C
Suitability in Use: |
|
| Loops lifters (L) | No |
| Clips lifters (C) | Yes |
| Amputees above the knee | No |
| Bilateral below the knee amputees | Yes |
| Limited head and neck control | Yes |
| In-situ/All day use (Parachute/Spacer fabric) | Yes |
| Toileting use | No |
Transfer Types: |
|
| Transfers from supine | Yes |
| Transfers to supine | Yes |
| Transfers from seated | Yes |
| Transfers to seated | Yes |
| Transfers from floor (semi-recumbent)* | Yes |
*With suitable hoisting equipment
