Solventum (the former 3M Health Care business) supplies a complete family of surgical tapes that cover almost every securement need in a modern exam or procedure room. With Transpore, Blenderm, Durapore, and Microfoam now in our active catalog, clinical teams can standardize on one manufacturer while still matching tape properties to specific tasks.
Transpore: The General-Purpose Workhorse
Transpore is a transparent, perforated plastic tape designed for routine dressing and device securement. The bi-directional perforations let staff tear strips by hand — no scissors needed — and the transparent backing makes site inspection easier. It is hypoallergenic and handles cleanly with gloves on, which is why most carts keep 1" and 2" rolls within arm's reach.
Blenderm: Occlusive When You Need a Seal
Blenderm is also transparent, but it is occlusive rather than perforated. That sealed barrier makes it the right choice for waterproofing dressings, securing devices in moist environments, and creating occlusive test patches. It conforms well to awkward areas and is the tape teams reach for when fluid intrusion is a concern.
Durapore: Silk-Like Cloth for High-Hold Securement
Durapore is a high-strength cloth tape with a 'silk-like' feel. It offers strong initial tack and is conformable enough for securing heavier dressings or tubing without sacrificing breathability. The bi-directional tear is convenient at the bedside, and the cloth backing holds up well during longer wear.
Microfoam: Stretch and Compression in One
Microfoam is an elastic foam tape that stretches with the patient — ideal for compression dressings, post-op swelling, and irregularly contoured sites. Because it gives without losing adhesion, it is a frequent pick for orthopedic and post-procedure compression where a rigid tape would either lift or restrict.
Choosing Sizes and Pack Quantities
All four tapes ship in case packs that scale from single boxes to full cases (typically 6, 12, or 24 rolls per box, 4–10 boxes per case). For a busy clinic, the most efficient pattern is to stock 1" rolls for general securement and add 2" or 3" rolls only where compression or larger dressings call for it.
Bottom Line
Keeping Transpore, Durapore, and Microfoam on hand covers roughly 90% of taping scenarios in primary care, urgent care, and outpatient procedure rooms. Add Blenderm when occlusive securement is part of your workflow. Standardizing on a single tape family also simplifies training and reduces SKU sprawl across carts.