Ambutech Slip On Flex Tip

Description

Ambutech are one of the largest manufacturers of mobility products worldwide, distributing and supplying to more than 80 countries. Since the late1980s, Ambutech are known to be pioneers in their field and have built a reputation for being passionate in making high quality and reliable mobility products, by investing in the best possible manufacturing techniques. 

Ambutech offers a wide selection of cane tips with various uses. The optimal tip for a mobility cane will depend on the following factors: the environment in which it will be used i.e. the terrain, cane technique being used and personal preference for the type and amount of feedback provided. Ambutech cane tips are made from a variety of materials and come in a number of different shapes and sizes. They are attached to Ambutech canes in one of 3 ways: Hook-on, Slip-on or 8mm Threaded.

All Ambutech cane tips have been designed to work with the two predominate mobility techniques: two-point touch and constant contact.

Tip style

Slip-on Tips fit securely over the shaft of Aluminium, Graphite and Fiberglass canes.

Flex Tip – a bell shaped tip with a flexible next with a flexible neck designed to bounce over uneven surfaces and made from material that lasts 2 or 3 times longer than a regular tip.

• Size – 4.5cm
• Technique – two-point touch
• Material – ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene
• Style – Slip-on (ES1478)
• Colour – natural

Achieving Goals

Mobility canes help people who are blind or have low vision navigate independently by detecting obstacles in their path. They are intended for people who have had training that enables them to use the cane for safe and independent travel. An ID/Symbol cane helps others identify the individual as blind or has low vision.

The optimal tip for a mobility cane will depend on the following factors: the environment in which it will be used i.e. the terrain, cane technique being used and personal preference for the type and amount of feedback provided. Work with our Orientation and Mobility Specialists to ensure the optimal cane tip is used for safe travels.

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• Warranty1 Year

• Powered (No / Battery / Electrical)No

• Returnable (Yes / No)Yes

• Training recommended (Yes / No)Yes

1x Ambutech Slip On Flex Tip