Cardinal Wings™ Plus Extra-Large Underpads - 36" x 36"
Cardinal Health Wings™ Plus Disposable Underpads (36" x 36")
Super-Absorbent Polymer Core Mat, Oversized 36" x 36" Symmetrical Blueprint, Non-Slip Beige Polypropylene Backsheet, and Advanced Core Odor Control Matrix
Safe, independent access to clean personal care is one of the most fundamental daily needs—and one of the first to become difficult after surgery, with advancing age, or during severe illness. The Cardinal Health Wings™ Plus Disposable Underpad delivers an exceptional level of clinical fluid retention, furniture protection, and skin health defense for individuals experiencing heavy bladder and bowel weakness. Standard disposable underpads frequently suffer from structural shifting, bunching, and liquid bleed-through under direct body pressure, exposing bedding and furniture surfaces to staining and moisture. The Wings™ Plus extra-large square series systematically resolves these common care challenges, combining a massive 3-foot by 3-foot surface footprint with a specialized composite core built to trap fluid surges immediately.
At the center of its protective matrix is an advanced core formulation combining premium cellulose fluff with high-density super-absorbent polymers (SAP). This reactive blend quickly wicks fluid downward, encapsulating heavy liquid voids into an unyielding internal gel layer to keep the skin safe from moisture exposure and maceration under body pressure. The structural base is engineered with a rugged, non-slip beige polypropylene backsheet that forms a 100% waterproof barrier, completely blocking fluid strike-through to keep mattresses and larger furniture layouts pristine. Finished with a gentle, cloth-like topsheet that reduces skin friction and featuring a low-profile colorway for enhanced discretion, this premium underpad ensures clean surface utility and absolute reassurance.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- Super-Absorbent Polymer Core: High-density fluff blended with extra super-absorbent polymers (SAP) rapidly crystalizes liquid drops, locking them into a secure internal dry gel layer.
- Broad Symmetrical 36" x 36" Sizing: Sizable square layout provides extensive target protection across wide mattress footprints, recliners, and sofas to prevent side leaks during sleep movement.
- Non-Slip Polypropylene Backsheet: Robust, waterproof beige backing introduces high mechanical surface friction that anchors firmly to bed sheets, preventing sliding or bunching.
- Advanced Moisture-Wicking Topsheet: Extra-soft hydrophilic top facing channels incoming fluids downward immediately to optimize surface dryness and shield sacral skin health.
- Active Odor Control Matrix: Embedded polymer neutralizing elements bind directly to volatile moisture molecules, actively locking away stubborn ammonia smells.
- Discreet Beige Colorway: Low-profile backing film offers a subtle, dignified aesthetic that integrates naturally into home and professional environments.
- Latex-Free Clean Engineering: 100% natural rubber latex-free composition protects sensitive dermal zones from irritation and potential contact allergies.
Incontinence Specialist Insight: The Cardinal Health Wings™ Plus 36" x 36" underpad is highly effective because its massive square yard area delivers complete edge-to-edge safety for standard medical beds. Fluff-only pads lack the capacity to retain heavy flows and act like a wet sponge under body pressure, pushing fluid back onto the skin. The SAP core in this model chemically traps liquid into an immovable gel, maintaining dry tissue even when restless sleepers roll over. Always position the soft white face upward toward the user, allowing the non-slip beige polypropylene backing to settle securely against the fabric linens.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Master Brand / Manufacturer Cardinal Health™ / Wings™ Clinical Series
- Manufacturer Catalog Number 968 Series
- Absorbency / Fluid Classification Heavy Clinical Absorbency Performance Tier
- Pad Dimensional Footprint 36 Inches Wide x 36 Inches Long (Extra-Large Square)
- Absorbent Core Material Cellulose Fluff and Super-Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Blend
- Backsheet Impermeable Barrier Heavy-Duty Non-Slip Waterproof Polypropylene Film (Beige)
- Topsheet Structural Properties Soft Hydrophilic Wicking Facing — 100% Latex-Free Matrix
- HCPCS Insurance Billing Code T4541 (Underpad, Disposable, Small/Medium)
- Account & Tax Compliance 100% FSA / HSA Eligible Item
📦 Logistics & Packaging Inventory Data
Select the package format required to optimize your inventory levels or extended care routines.
- Single Travel Pack Form Bag of 12 Disposable Underpads (SKU: 968)
- Bulk Case Operational Bundle Case of 48 Total Underpads / 4 Bags of 12 (SKU: 968CS)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is the extra-large 36" x 36" square profile recommended over traditional rectangular pads?
A: Standard rectangular underpads (such as 23" x 36") can easily twist or shift out of position if a user rolls, tosses, or turns, leaving raw linen exposed. The oversized 36" x 36" full square yard blueprint provides extensive safety boundaries, catching fluid across a wide mattress layout no matter the user's resting posture.
Q: Can these heavy-absorbency single-use underpads be used to lift, pull, or turn an individual in bed?
A: No. These pads feature a robust polypropylene backing designed to block leaks and remain stable on fabrics, but they do not possess the reinforced high-tensile fabric backing required to support dynamic patient transfer weight. Attempting to lift or turn someone using this pad will cause it to tear apart. For bariatric turning needs, please check our heavy-duty repositioning selections.
Q: How does the beige polypropylene backing assist with maintaining a quiet care setup?
A: Low-quality grocery-grade underpads use rigid plastic backings that create a loud, disruptive crinkling noise with every movement. The heavy-duty, texturized polypropylene backing of the Wings™ Plus series remains smooth and flexible under body pressure, preventing noise to ensure restful, uninterrupted sleep cycles.
Retail Disclaimer: Absorbency performance thresholds, clinical classifications, and physical dimensions are verified directly by the manufacturer (Cardinal Health). EnhDme makes every effort to guarantee content precision; however, independent spatial evaluation is suggested prior to deployment if custom patient clinical conditions or specific surface tolerances must be managed. This is a single-use disposable hygiene item.
⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
