Carbon and Glass Fibre Rigid Insole Foot Plates

The Carbon and Glass Fibre Rigid Insole Foot Plates are designed for use by podiatrists and other medical professionals during the manufacture of foot orthotics and surgical shoes. The foot plates are specifically recommended for use as rolling insoles in orthotics designed for diabetic patients, while the durable carbon and glass fibre constructions enhances the robust quality of the support.

What’s Included?

• 1 x Pair of Rigid Insole Foot Plates

Please note that these are for use in the manufacturing of orthotics only. They are not suitable for use as everyday insoles.

Who Can Use the Insole Foot Plates?

The Rigid Insole Foot Plates are specifically for use by podiatrists, healthcare professionals, and manufacturers of medical aids. They are designed for shaping single curves for medical orthoses, and they are particularly useful as rolling insoles for diabetic patients.

What’s the Benefit of Carbon Fibre Foot Plates?

Carbon fibre foot plates are an ideal choice for use in medical orthotics as carbon fibre is tough and durable. This offers a more reliable and sturdy insole without compromise to comfort underfoot.

What’s the Benefit of Thermoformable Composite?

The Carbon and Glass Fibre Foot Plates contain a thermoformable composite (TFC) material, which combines the high localised strength of carbon composite with the modelling properties of thermoplastics. The carbon fibres are interwoven with thermoplastic fibres to allow for the material to be heated and formed at lower temperatures.

Which Sizes Are Available?

To ensure that your patient can receive optimal comfort and support from their orthotics, the carbon fibre foot plates are available in a selection of sizes. Your required size(s) can be selected from the drop-down menu at the top of the page; please see below for more information about available options.

How Do I Shape the Carbon and Glass Fibre Foot Plates?

As the Carbon and Glass Fibre Foot Plates are made from TFC, they can be moulded using a heat gun or by placing the material in a specialist oven. Extra reinforcement materials can also be heated and applied as per the needs of the patient.

The TFC custom lay-up can then be placed into the oven under vacuum at a maximum temperature of 430°F for 30 to 45 minutes to render the lay-up into a single piece. TFC is also remouldable should adjustments be required.

Technical Specifications

• Foot Plate Thickness: 2.5mm