Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle (72-Inch / Navy Blue)
Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle — Solid Navy (72" x 2")
Patient Handling & Ambulation System with Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing, Chrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle, Extended 72-Inch Length Profile, and Solid Navy Colorway
The Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle (Model: 252076) is an elongated, professional-grade mobility aid designed to assist healthcare providers and home caregivers with patient transfers, standing lifts, and ambulation exercises. Featuring an extended 72-inch overall length—providing a full extra foot of adjustable sizing track compared to standard 60-inch belts—it serves as an essential tool for comfortably and securely wrapping around larger or bariatric individuals. Placed firmly around an individual's natural waistline over top of daily clothes, this 2-inch wide cotton strap establishes a strong, unified point of physical leverage that prevents fall-related injuries and shields caregivers from occupational back strain.
Crafted from 100% high-tensile, launderable cotton webbing in a distinctive solid Navy Blue finish, the belt incorporates a heavy-duty chrome-plated metal drop-jaw buckle. Outfitted with rows of textured, serrated metal teeth, the clasp bites aggressively into the cotton webbing under tension to ensure a zero-slip fit that won't loosen mid-transfer. Rated for users up to 250 lbs and capable of withstanding commercial institutional laundering up to 180°F, the Skil-Care 252076 delivers exceptional durability for physical therapy clinics, hospitals, and home care environments.
Key Features & Benefits
- Extended 72-Inch Functional Length: Generous 6-foot overall length provides ample clearance for larger waist circumferences and heavy winter clothing while leaving extra strap tail to feed through the lock.
- Non-Slip Chrome Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle: Texturized, serrated metal teeth grip the cotton webbing aggressively under load, providing a locked, zero-slide fit during physical lifts.
- Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing: Woven from dense, high-tensile cotton fibers that deliver dependable structural support while remaining soft and flexible against attire.
- Solid Navy Blue Colorway: Solid Navy finish provides quick visual identification in facility supply closets, allowing staff to distinguish 72-inch belts from standard 60-inch striped inventory instantly.
- Infinite Perimeter Hand Placement: Traditional handle-free webbed architecture gives caregivers complete freedom to grasp the belt at any exact position around the user's torso.
- Commercial-Grade Institutional Laundering: Webbing and chrome buckle withstand high-temperature institutional washing and tumble drying at temperatures up to 180°F.
- FSA / HSA Account Eligible: Qualified for purchase or reimbursement using Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account funds.
Patient Transfer & Physical Therapy Specialist Insight: Standard 60-inch gait belts often lack sufficient tail length when wrapping around larger individuals or users wearing bulky layers. The Skil-Care 252076's 72-inch length eliminates this issue. Additionally, the serrated teeth on the metal drop-jaw buckle hold firm under full weight-bearing strain, offering physical therapists a reliable, zero-slip grip during ambulation routines.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Brand / Master VendorSkil-Care Corporation
- Model SKU / MPN252076
- UPC / GTIN671509102407
- Product ClassificationExtended Physical Therapy Gait & Transfer Belt
- Overall Belt Dimensions72 Inches Long x 2 Inches Wide (182.8 cm x 5.08 cm)
- Primary Webbing Material100% High-Tensile Launderable Cotton Webbing
- Fastener MechanismChrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle with Serrated Teeth
- Weight Capacity RatingRated for Individuals up to 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
- Color SchemeSolid Navy Blue
- Laundering ToleranceCommercial Machine Wash & Tumble Dry up to 180°F
- Financial EligibilityFSA / HSA Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a metal drop-jaw buckle work compared to a plastic snap buckle?
A metal drop-jaw buckle features a hinged metal flap with serrated teeth. When the belt tail is threaded through and pulled tight, closing the jaw causes the teeth to bite into the cotton webbing. This creates an infinitely adjustable, non-slip lock under tension that cannot accidentally unbuckle like a side-release clasp.
When should I choose a 72-inch gait belt over a 60-inch model?
The 72-inch model (252076) is recommended for larger or bariatric individuals, or for transfers where the user is wearing thick winter clothing or heavy gowns. The extra foot of webbing ensures there is enough tail left over to feed through the buckle securely.
How do I clean and launder this gait belt?
The entire cotton belt and chrome metal buckle are designed for commercial sanitization. They can be laundered in residential or industrial washing machines and tumble dried at high temperatures up to 180°F without shrinking or rusting.
Manufacturing Data & Safety Compliance
- Brand Catalog Manifest: Skil-Care Patient Handling & Physical Therapy Systems
- Product Presentation: Single-Unit Non-Sterile Extended Cotton Gait Belt (SKU: 252076)
- Primary Suitability: Ideal for hospitals, physical therapy clinics, nursing homes, and home health care
Disclaimer: Technical metrics, dimensions, and weight ratings on this page are compiled directly from manufacturer data files. Product specifications may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. Confirm user sizing requirements before completing checkout. This product information is not medical advice; consult a physical therapist or healthcare professional for guidance on proper patient transfer techniques.
âš 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.
