SAM Splint 18 in, Flat, Blue/Orange, 18 x 4.25 in, SP502-OB-EN
The SAM Splint 18 inch flat, SAM part SP502-OB-EN, is an 18 x 4.25 in moldable splint of closed-cell foam over an aluminum core, recorded by FDA as the SAM Junior Splint.12 Bent into a curve it becomes rigid enough to immobilize sprains, strains and fractures for transport.3
Product Highlights:
- Size: 18 in long, 4.25 in standard width.1
- Moldable: Two layers of closed-cell foam surround a flat O-temper aluminum core; bending it into a C-curve, reverse C-curve or T-curve makes it rigid.13
- Cut to size: Cuts with ordinary scissors.1
- Imaging: Radiolucent; MR Conditional at 1.5 or 3 T.13
- Reusable: Cleanable closed-pore foam can be disinfected with diluted bleach.13
What Is in the Box:
One SAM Splint, 18 in, flat, blue and orange, SP502-OB-EN.1
Specifications:
| Manufacturer | SAM Medical Products1 |
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| Part number | SP502-OB-EN1 |
| Size | 18 in long x 4.25 in wide, flat1 |
| GUDID DI | 00822045428713 (case of 24: 10822045428710)2 |
| Construction | Closed-cell foam over flat O-temper aluminum1 |
| Imaging | Radiolucent; MR Conditional at 1.5 or 3 T13 |
| Latex | Not made with natural rubber latex2 |
| Reusable | Yes, after cleaning and disinfection3 |
| Sterile | No2 |
| FDA product code | NOC2 |
Size and Compatibility:
SAM Splint comes as 9 in, 18 in, 36 in roll, 36 in fold, 36 in XL, finger and industrial models. Standard width is 4.25 in and XL width is 5.5 in.1 The 18 in model is SP502-OB-EN in blue/orange and SP502-CH-EN in charcoal.1
Related Products:
- SAM Splint 36 in Fold, SP507-OB-EN
- SAM Splint XL 36 in, SP508-OB-EN
- SAM Splint 36 in Roll, SP506-OB-EN
- SAM Splint 36 in Roll, Charcoal, SP506-CH-EN
- Immobilization and Splinting collection
Product Guides and Documents:
Frequently Asked Questions:
What size is the SAM Splint SP502-OB-EN (SP502-OB-EN)?
18 in long and 4.25 in wide, flat, in blue and orange.1
What is a SAM splint used for (SP502-OB-EN)?
It temporarily immobilizes extremities after traumatic injury and is indicated for short-term prehospital care of sprains, strains, contusions and fractures, to prevent further damage during transport.3
Can a SAM Splint be cut (SP502-OB-EN)?
Yes. It cuts with ordinary scissors (not a serrated blade); cover any cut end with tape or fold it under so no sharp edge is exposed.13
Is a SAM Splint reusable (SP502-OB-EN)?
Yes, it is reusable. Clean off gross soil with soap and water, immerse 10 minutes in bleach diluted to 0.625 to 0.7 percent sodium hypochlorite, rinse and dry. Discard it if aluminum is exposed.3
Are SAM Medical splints radiolucent (SP502-OB-EN)?
Yes. X-rays and CT scans can be taken without removing the splint, and it is MR Conditional at 1.5 or 3 Tesla under the labeled conditions.13
Can a SAM Splint be used on multiple bones (SP502-OB-EN)?
Yes. The instructions show finger, thumb, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm, upper leg, knee, lower leg and ankle applications for the same splint.3
Do SAM Medical fracture management products include instructions (SP502-OB-EN)?
Yes. The SAM Splint instructions illustrate 15 applications and include care and cleaning steps, and SAM publishes a user guide and quick reference guide.34
Manufacturer Sources
- SAM Medical. SAM Splint product overview, SPL-SS-04 (PDF) (accessed 2026-11-07). sammedical.box.com.
- U.S. FDA. AccessGUDID record, DI 00822045428713, SAM Junior Splint 18 in Flat Orange/Blue, SP502-OB-EN (accessed 2026-11-07). accessgudid.nlm.nih.gov.
- SAM Medical. SAM Splint instructions for use, SP-IS-EN-2 (PDF) (accessed 2026-11-07). sammedical.box.com.
- SAM Medical. Fracture management collection page and FAQ (accessed 2026-11-07). sammedical.com.
If the splint is cut, cover the cut end with protective tape or fold it under, and discard the splint if aluminum is exposed.3
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