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UHMWPE Sutures & UHMPE-Tapes
Sutures for orthopaedic soft tissue and ligament repair combined with the Vetlig UMMPE Tapes making for the strongest of repairs.
For more detailed specifications download the technical brochure
Fiber Tech : UHMWPE Sutures
For orthopaedic soft tissue and ligament repair
- Fibre Tech is made of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE). 10 x stronger than steel on a weighted basis, enabling a high resistance for any orthopaedic use.
- Designed to enhance visibility and provides easier handling and superior knot security.
- The sutures are pre-assembled with one or two needles and come in two sizes : 3 and 5 metric

Suture Characteristics
- Medical Grade UHMWPE
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Good visibility and easier handling
- High knot security
UHMWPE Suture Tape
- Medical Grade UHMWPE
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Good visibility and easier handling
- High knot security
Suture Characteristics
- Medical Grade UHMWPE
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Good visibility and easier handling
- High knot security
UHMWPE Suture Tape
- Medical Grade UHMWPE
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Good visibility and easier handling
- High knot security

Extra Tape With Cortical Button Fixation
Ligament repair with a cortical button fixation, 850 Newtons strength, UHMWPE, pre threaded, use for hip subluxation and extra capsular CCL repair on small cats and dogs. Use standard operating technique, can be used with titanium interference screws or peek screws. 2mm drill tunnel needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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96cm long
770 N strength
2mm drill tunnels
Yes: the tape can also be used with titanium or peek screws
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