Comparison at a glance
Thermoplastic sheets
Can be reheated and shaped by trained personnel. Consider forming window, stiffness, thickness, edge finishing, heat control and repeatability.
EVA
Often considered for cushioning and interfaces. Review compression behavior, recovery, moisture, cleaning and bonding in the intended construction.
TPU
May offer a balance of flexibility and abrasion resistance depending on grade. Confirm hardness, processing method, temperature range and test conditions.
Carbon fiber
Can provide high stiffness in engineered structures. Consider layup, edge safety, impact behavior, repairability and manufacturing controls.
3D printed materials
Performance depends on polymer, geometry, orientation, infill, post-processing and batch controls. Prototype results should not be generalized.
Questions before comparing materials
- What support, contour, weight, ventilation and cleaning requirements apply to this patient and use case?
- Which properties are general material characteristics, and which are supported by Zhivon internal data or third-party testing?
- Are the test method, sample geometry, batch, environment and acceptance criteria documented?
- How will edges, padding, fixation, skin contact and follow-up be assessed?
No performance numbers or clinical promises are published here until the enterprise standard, test report, conditions, batch and data are complete.