Disposable Underpad Classic 17 X 24 Inch Fluff / Polymer Light Absorbency
McKesson Disposable Underpads (17" x 24")
Polymer-Infused Fluff Core Mat, 800-Gram Liquid Capacity, Waterproof Blue Backsheet, Soft Bonded Topsheet, and Heat-Sealed Non-Woven Edges
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 McKesson Disposable Light Underpad delivers a high-efficiency standard of surface safety, clinical fluid containment, and skin health defense for individuals requiring precise, light-duty moisture management. Standard lightweight economy pads frequently suffer from fiber clustering, edge leakage, and shifting under direct movement, exposing chair or bed linens to accidental staining. The McKesson platform systematically resolves these everyday care bottlenecks, combining a compact 17 x 24-inch layout with an advanced polymer-infused core mat calibrated to lock away up to 800 grams of moisture upon impact.
At the center of its protective matrix is a specialized fluff and super-absorbent polymer core blend that quickly converts fluid voids into a dry internal layer, wicking dampness away from sensitive skin surfaces to minimize tissue maceration. The top layer incorporates a soft, non-woven bonded topsheet that promotes rapid fluid routing while remaining completely gentle against fragile skin. The structural foundation features a durable blue polypropylene waterproof backsheet that forms a 100% moisture barrier to shield underlying upholstery, car seats, wheelchairs, and linens from unexpected strike-through. Finished with soft, heat-sealed non-woven borders that prevent skin friction and irritation, this bariatric-safe and latex-free underpad ensures clean surface utility and absolute reassurance.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- Polymer-Infused Fluff Mat Core: High-performance composite internal structure quickly wicks and crystalizes liquid droplets, holding up to 800 grams of fluid securely.
- Soft Bonded Comfort Topsheet: Extra-soft hydrophilic non-woven top facing channels moisture downward instantly, maintaining a touch-dry plane against the body.
- Waterproof Polypropylene Backsheet: Heavy-duty blue plastic backing provides an uncompromised defensive seal, ensuring 100% waterproof safety for fine linens and seats.
- Heat-Sealed Non-Woven Edges: Specialized borders reduce harsh friction points against sensitive skin while preventing internal core material from leaking out the sides.
- Targeted 17" x 24" Geometry: Compact rectangular footprint supplies precise, localized protection tailored for office seating, wheelchairs, and vehicle interiors without awkward overhang.
- Latex-Free Clean Engineering: 100% natural rubber latex-free material configuration shields fragile epidermal tissue layers from potential contact allergies and irritation.
- Unisex Design Versatility: Symmetrically balanced absorption architecture serves male and female users equally well across wound care, general medical procedures, and light incontinence.
Incontinence Specialist Insight: Sourcing an underpad with an integrated polymer matrix—even for light-duty protection—is essential for defending skin health and minimizing laundry volumes. Pure paper fluff chux lack the chemistry to hold fluids under physical body pressure, often causing liquid to squeeze back out when the user shifts weight. Because this McKesson series infuses premium absorbent particles into its fluff layer to lock in up to 800g of moisture, it keeps the topsheet remarkably dry. Always position the soft white face upward toward the user, allowing the slip-resistant blue backing to rest flat against the seating or mattress fabric.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Master Brand / Manufacturer McKesson Brands / McKesson Medical-Surgical
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) UPLT1724
- Absorbency / Volumetric Rating Light Absorbency Protection Tier (Holds Up to 800 Grams)
- Pad Dimensional Footprint 17 Inches Wide x 24 Inches Long (Compact Rectangular Profile)
- Absorbent Core Material Type Advanced Cellulose Fluff and Super-Absorbent Polymer Blend
- Backsheet Impermeable Barrier High-Density Waterproof Polypropylene Film (Blue Color)
- Topsheet Structural Properties Soft Spunbond Bonded Non-Woven Layer — 100% Latex-Free
- Edge Fabrication Tech Comfort Heat-Sealed Non-Woven Structural Boarder
- Account & Tax Compliance 100% FSA / HSA Eligible Item
📦 Logistics & Packaging Inventory Data
- Master Case Quantity 300 Underpads per Case (1 Bulk Bag of 300)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the benefit of a polymer-infused core compared to standard fluff-only chux?
A: Standard basic underpads rely exclusively on loose paper fluff, which balls up, tears apart, and permits wetness to travel backward under physical body pressure. McKesson infuses its core mat with advanced super-absorbent polymers that turn fluid into an isolated gel layer on contact, keeping the topsheet dry and protecting the skin.
Q: What is the structural benefit of the heat-sealed edges on this underpad?
A: Traditional underpads with cut or raw plastic edges can cause friction scratches and skin shear against sensitive thighs. McKesson utilizes specialized thermal bonding to create soft, flat, non-woven borders that feel gentle against skin while completely locking the fluff/polymer matrix inside to avoid side leakage.
Q: Can these light-absorbency single-use underpads be used to lift or slide a patient up in bed?
A: No. These pads are specifically manufactured with a strong, waterproof blue backing designed to block leaks and resist slipping on fabrics, but they do not possess the reinforced high-tensile fabric backing required to support dynamic patient transfer weight. Attempting to manual-lift someone using this pad will cause it to tear apart. For patient turning needs, please check our heavy-duty repositioning selections.
Retail Disclaimer: Absorbency performance thresholds, chemical components, and physical dimensions are verified directly by the manufacturer (McKesson Medical-Surgical). 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.
