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How to avoid leaks when thermoforming TF test sockets with valve. | Ottobock Professionals

A perfect seal starts with proper preparation. In this episode of O&P Workshop Insights, Lucas, CPO at Ottobock, demonstrates the step-by-step process for installing the 21Y14 PushValve in a transfemoral test socket—ensuring a flush fit and zero leaks in the finished product. In this video, you’ll learn: • Best valve placement for transfemoral (TF) models • How to flatten and prep the mold for a leak-free seal • The drilling technique that creates a vacuum channel during thermoforming • How to verify airtightness before fitting Follow these steps and your TF sockets will be ready for fitting—no leaks, no rework. 💬 Got your own valve installation hacks? Share them in the comments! 📺 Watch more fabrication tutorials at Ottobock Professionals. 🔔 Subscribe for more tips from Ottobock Professionals. Lucas is using a number of products in this video. Here is a quick overview of what Ottobock’s portfolio is offering: • PushValve (21Y14) • Infrared heating cabinet (701E40, 701E41, 701E43) • Socket router (701F39, 701F40, 701F41, 701F43) • ThermoLyn (616T283, 616T252, 616T20, 616T107, 616T52) #Ottobock #OttobockProfessionals #TFsocket #PushValve #Prosthetics #CPOhacks #CPOtips #WorkshopInsights Web | https://www.ottobock.com Community | https://movao.community YouTube |    / ottobock   YouTube Professionals |    / ottobockprofessionals   Instagram |   / ottobock   TikTok |   / ottobock   Facebook |   / ottobockglobal   *Not all products and services are approved or available for sale in all countries. Please refer to the Ottobock website for your country to check which products are available there. About Ottobock Ottobock, a global MedTech champion, combines over 100 years of tradition with outstanding innovative strength in the fields of prosthetics, neuro-orthotics and exoskeletons. Ottobock develops innovative fitting solutions for people with limited mobility and is driving the digitalisation of the industry. Founded in Berlin in 1919, the company has business activities in 45 countries with nearly 9,300 employees (FTEs) worldwide and operates the largest international patient care network with around 400 patient care clinics. Ottobock is shaping the future of human bionics with a strong R&D ratio in the products and components business and over 2,600 patents and patent applications. Ottobock’s mission of improving freedom of movement, quality of life and independence is deeply rooted in the company's DNA, as is its social commitment: Ottobock has been a partner and supporter of the Paralympics since 1988.