Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle (60-Inch / Pastel Stripe)
Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle — Pastel Stripe (60" x 2")
Patient Handling & Ambulation System with Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing, Chrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle, Standard 60-Inch Sizing Workspace, and Professional Pastel Stripe Pattern
The Skil-Care Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle (Model: 252070) is a reliable, clinical-grade mobility aid engineered to assist healthcare professionals and home caregivers with transfers, lifting, and guided walking. Positioned snugly around an individual's natural waistline over top of their clothing, this 2-inch wide cotton belt creates a secure, structural anchor point for physical control. By utilizing a high-leverage belt pathway, caregivers can safely manage transitions without pulling on arms, shoulders, or clothing, which dramatically lowers the risk of falls and prevents caregiver lower-back injuries.
Crafted from 100% high-tensile, launderable cotton webbing in a classic pastel stripe pattern, the belt incorporates a heavy-duty chrome-plated metal drop-jaw slide lock. Outfitted with rows of textured, serrated metal teeth, the clasp bites down aggressively on the cotton webbing under load, ensuring the belt remains firmly locked and slip-free during heavy lifting. Rated for users up to 250 lbs and built to withstand commercial institutional laundering up to 180°F, the Skil-Care 252070 delivers long-lasting durability for physical therapy clinics, hospitals, and home care environments.
Key Features & Benefits
- Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing: Woven from thick, high-tensile cotton fibers that provide exceptional strength during transfers while maintaining a flexible, non-abrasive surface against attire.
- Rugged Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle: Heavy-duty chrome-plated metal clasp featuring textured serrated teeth that bite down aggressively into the cotton webbing under load for a zero-slip fit.
- Standard 60-Inch Sizing Workspace: Offers a 5-foot total adjustable tracking length, allowing caregivers to easily adjust the loop via the metal clasp to comfortably fit average body sizes.
- Visibility-Enhancing Pastel Stripe Style: Clean, instantly recognizable striped pattern ensures high visibility in clinical wards, physical therapy centers, and home care settings.
- Seamless Direct-Grip Control: Classic, handle-free perimeter allows physical therapists or home health aides to grip the heavy webbing firmly from any position or angle.
- High-Temperature Laundry Sanitization: Webbing and chrome metal buckle comfortably withstand commercial washing machines and tumble drying at temperatures up to 180°F.
- FSA / HSA Account Eligible: Fully qualified for purchase or reimbursement using Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account funds.
Patient Transfer & Physical Therapy Specialist Insight: The 60-inch Skil-Care 252070 is the industry gold standard for routine patient transfers and gait training. Unlike plastic snap buckles, the serrated teeth on the chrome-plated drop-jaw buckle clamp directly into the cotton fibers under tension, ensuring a zero-slip fit that will not loosen or release during high-leverage sit-to-stand movements.
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Brand / Master VendorSkil-Care Corporation
- Model SKU / MPN252070
- UPC / GTIN671509101905
- Product ClassificationStandard Physical Therapy Gait & Transfer Belt
- Overall Belt Dimensions60 Inches Long x 2 Inches Wide (152.4 cm x 5.08 cm)
- Primary Webbing Material100% High-Tensile Launderable Cotton Webbing
- Fastener MechanismHeavy-Duty Chrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Slide Lock
- Weight Capacity RatingRated for Individuals up to 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
- Handle ConfigurationClassic Handle-Free Perimeter Architecture
- Color SchemeClassic Pastel Stripe Pattern
- Laundering ToleranceCommercial Machine Wash & Tumble Dry up to 180°F
- Financial EligibilityFSA / HSA Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a serrated metal drop-jaw buckle lock onto the gait belt?
The metal drop-jaw buckle features a hinged flap lined with texturized, serrated metal teeth. When the cotton webbing is threaded through and pulled taut, closing the flap forces the teeth to bite directly into the cotton fibers, creating a secure, non-slip lock under tension.
When should I choose a 60-inch gait belt versus a 72-inch model?
The standard 60-inch model (252070) is ideal for slim-to-average waist circumferences, providing a clean fit without excessive hanging tail strap. For larger or bariatric individuals, or transfers involving bulky coats, a 72-inch model is recommended.
How do I clean and launder this gait belt?
The entire cotton belt and chrome metal buckle are built for commercial sanitization routines. The belt can be machine washed and tumble dried at high commercial temperatures up to 180°F without shrinking, fraying, or damaging the buckle mechanism.
Manufacturing Data & Safety Compliance
- Brand Catalog Manifest: Skil-Care Patient Handling & Physical Therapy Systems
- Product Presentation: Single-Unit Non-Sterile Standard Cotton Gait Belt (SKU: 252070)
- 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.
