Orthometric Brazilian Jungle Latex Elastics 5/16″ measure approximately 7.9 mm, giving a longer working span for traction across greater distances without over-stretching the elastic.
Key Features
5/16″ (7.9 mm) — long span without over-stretching
100% natural latex for consistent force delivery
Three force levels — light, medium and heavy
Lightly flavoured with mint essence
Elastic positioner included in each bag
Technical Specifications
Material: Natural latex rubber
Diameter: 5/16″ (approximately 7.9 mm)
Initial Extension Force: Light 2.5 oz (71 gf) · Medium 4.5 oz (128 gf) · Heavy 6.5 oz (184 gf)
Quantity: 5,000 elastics
Qualities: 100% latex, slightly flavoured with mint essence, elastic positioner in each bag
Purpose: Assist in the treatment of malocclusions requiring traction forces on dental elements
Certifications: FDA Approved, CE Approved, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016
Country of Manufacture: Brazil
Package Includes: 5,000 intraoral latex elastics 5/16″ in the selected force, with elastic positioner
Clinical Applications
Long-span intermaxillary traction
Anterior-to-posterior mechanics across the arch
Cases with a large vertical or sagittal discrepancy
Why the 5/16″ Diameter?
Over a long span a smaller elastic is stretched past its intended range and delivers more force than planned — and fatigues faster. The 5/16″ covers the distance within its working range.
