Description
The Silvalea Tinkham Sling is a fully supportive divided-leg loop sling with integrated head support. Silvalea Ltd makes it. Savaria Patient Care lists it in the Pediatric range for children who have difficulty maintaining body control, including transfers in homes, care rooms, schools, and education centres. Westin Healthcare quotes it and fits it in Brampton and across the Greater Toronto Area.
This is the seated full-support Tinkham with a padded neck roll, sliding hip tapes, and a wrap-around thoracic buckle. Rachel Harness is a different pediatric mesh jacket for standing and walking. This page is the loop Tinkham. It does not use clip or E-clip fasteners. If the carry bar is a Human Care mushroom fastener, see the Human Care Full Body Sling E-clip instead.
Who this sling is for
Silvalea describes this sling as fully supportive for patients who have difficulty maintaining body control. Savaria lists it for pediatric transfer needs. Confirm the plan with a clinician or our staff before first use. The same colour loop must be used on both sides.
- Seated transfers when the child or small person needs trunk, leg, and head support
- Homes, care rooms, schools, and education centres that already use a loop-type spreader bar
- A person who needs a divided-leg sling with a padded neck roll rather than a walking harness
- Users inside 485 lb (220 kg), limited by the lowest rating among the lift, the bar, and the sling
What you get
You get one Silvalea Tinkham Sling in the size on the quote: the Silva-Superfine PLUS 3D-spacer body, the integrated head support with softly padded neck roll, two sets of adjustable sliding hip tapes, the non-slip wrap-around thoracic section with a clunk-click buckle, and colour-coded Silva-Safety Slot shoulder and leg tapes. A lift is sold separately.
The caregiver applies it from a chair or from a bed, following the trained sequence. The thoracic section wraps and buckles. The divided legs come through. The colour-coded loops hang on the loop carry bar. After a short raise, the caregiver can lower the person to check the fit before the transfer continues.
Sizing
Silvalea prints an A, B, C, and D chart for XXX-Small through Extra Large. A is the seated torso girth. B is the seated back height. C is the sling width at the hanger. D is the sling back length. Those measures are a guide. Confirm the size with a clinician or our staff before first use.
| Size | Article | Torso A | Back B | SWL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXX-Small | M921537-XXXS | 22-26 in (56-66 cm) | 19 3/4-21 3/4 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Extra Extra Small | M921537-XXS | 26-30 in (66-76 cm) | 22-24 1/2 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Extra Small | M921537-XS | 30-34 in (76-86 cm) | 23 3/4-26 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Small | M921537-S | 34-38 in (86-96 cm) | 26-29 1/4 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Medium | M921537-M | 38-42 1/2 in (96-108 cm) | 29 1/4-31 1/2 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Large | M921537-L | 42 1/2-51 1/4 in (108-130 cm) | 31 1/2-34 3/4 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Extra Large | M921537-XL | 51 1/4-56 3/4 in (130-144 cm) | 34 3/4-39 1/2 in | 485 lb (220 kg) |
Extra Small M921537-XS is the typical pediatric starting point. Call (905) 451-7743 and we will match the selector to one article.
Silvalea Tinkham Sling specifications
These figures are for the current M921537 Silva-Superfine PLUS Tinkham with head support, not Rachel Harness, and not a sit-to-stand vest. The specification tab holds the stored values.
Safe working load is 485 lb (220 kg) on every size. The finished system is limited by the lowest rating among the lift, the bar, and the sling. Fabric is Silva-Superfine PLUS 3D-spacer. Attachment is loop. The sling has an integrated padded neck roll, two sets of sliding hip tapes, and a wrap-around thoracic buckle. Extra Small M921537-XS is 30-34 in at the torso. Wash at 71 C (159 F). Tumble dry on low heat, max 50 C. Inspect tapes, buckle, and seams after every wash.
Size options
Use the Size selector to pick the factory code on your quote:
- XXX-Small (M921537-XXXS)
- Extra Extra Small (M921537-XXS)
- Extra Small (M921537-XS)
- Small (M921537-S)
- Medium (M921537-M)
- Large (M921537-L)
- Extra Large (M921537-XL)
This listing is quote-only. There is no extra on any row. The sling on your quote is the article you pick.
Care and laundering
Close all hook-and-loop before the sling goes in the washer. Wash at 71 C (159 F) with a non-biological detergent. Tumble dry on low heat, max 50 C. Do not iron. Follow the tag on the sling you receive. Inspect fabric, seams, buckle, and tapes after every wash. Take the sling out of service if anything is worn or the label cannot be read.
Store it dry and clean with the hook-and-loop closed so the fabric does not snag.
Delivery in Brampton and the GTA
Westin's own team can deliver this sling across Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area, on its own or with a Handicare or Savaria lift setup. We have three stores in the Brampton and Toronto area if you would rather see a sling first. For a scheduled drop-off or a fitting, call (905) 451-7743 and we will book the next date that works.
This is a small carton. The Canada-wide free ground-shipping offer on smaller goods can apply when it ships without a lift. If it travels with a patient lift, the lift is oversized and White-Glove Delivery is described on the shipping policy. Any charge is confirmed on your order.
Attachment and compatible lifts
The Silvalea Tinkham Sling is a loop sling. Colour-coded Silva-Safety Slot shoulder and leg tapes seat on a loop-type spreader bar or carry bar. It does not use clip fasteners and it does not use Human Care E-clips.
Silvalea lists this article under loop-fixing slings and shows it on a four-point loop hanger. On our floor those loop carry-bar hooks sit on the Handicare C450, the Handicare C625, the Handicare A450, the Handicare AP300 portable motor, the Savaria M-Series ceiling lift, the two-point SlingBar on the Handicare Carina 350, and the loop hanger on the SPAN F400. Shop related styles in full-body slings and divided-leg slings.
The finished transfer is limited by the lowest rating among the lift, the bar, and the sling. A Carina 350 stays inside 350 lb even though this sling is 485 lb. A 450 lb motor is the limit on a C450 or A450. Confirm the bar type before the first lift.
If the person needs a general adult seated sling, start with the Handicare Universal Sling. If the job is a pediatric mesh walking harness, that is a different product (Rachel Harness), not this Tinkham.
Service, repairs, and warranty
When something on the sling needs work, you call the shop that sold it, not a US parts desk. Westin Healthcare has a service and repairs department.
Silvalea manufacturer warranty
Silvalea warrants its slings for 12 months from the date of purchase. We handle the claim with you. Inspect the sling before every use and replace it when the cloth, seams, buckle, or tapes show wear.
Frequently asked questions
What model is this?
It is the Silvalea Tinkham Sling, listed by Savaria Patient Care. Extra Small is M921537-XS. XXX-Small through Extra Large follow the same M921537 size letters.
Is this a loop sling or a clip sling?
Loop. Colour-coded Silva-Safety Slot tapes on a loop-type spreader bar or carry bar. It does not use clip fasteners or Human Care mushroom E-clips.
What is the safe working load?
485 lb (220 kg) on every size. The finished system is limited by the lowest rating among the lift, the bar, and the sling.
Which size should I order?
Start with the torso chart, then confirm with a clinician or our staff before first use. Extra Small M921537-XS is the typical pediatric starting point. We will match the selector to one manufacturer article.
How is this different from Rachel Harness?
This page is the divided-leg seated Tinkham with head support and a thoracic buckle. Rachel Harness is a different pediatric mesh jacket for standing and walking. They are not sizes of each other.
Does it fit a C450, A450, or Carina 350?
Those Handicare motors use loop carry-bar hooks, which is the attachment class this sling is built for. It also fits the C625, the AP300, the Savaria M-Series ceiling lift, and the SPAN F400 loop hanger. Confirm the bar on your motor and stay inside the lowest working load. A Carina 350 stays inside 350 lb.
Is this only for children?
Savaria lists it in the Pediatric range for children who have difficulty maintaining body control. Silvalea describes it as fully supportive for patients who have difficulty maintaining body control, and the size row runs through Extra Large. A clinician should confirm that this is the right sling.
Can I apply it on a bed as well as a chair?
The manufacturer instructions show a seated sequence and a lying sequence. We will walk through the first application with you.
Can the sling stay under the person after the transfer?
Savaria describes Silva-Superfine PLUS as a 3D-spacer comfort fabric for leave-in-place use. A clinician should record that choice. Follow the label on the sling you receive.
How do I wash it?
Close the hook-and-loop. Machine wash at 71 C (159 F) with a non-biological detergent. Tumble dry on low heat, max 50 C. Do not iron. Inspect tapes and the buckle after every wash.
Does funding cover a sling in Ontario?
Slings follow the funding path of the lift they are used with. Call (905) 451-7743 and we will check the Handicare or Savaria lift and the sling together.
Specifications
| Model | Tinkham Sling with integrated head support |
|---|---|
| Brands | Savaria |
| Warranty | 12 months from purchase (Silvalea policy) |
| Safe Working Load | 485 lb (220 kg), all sizes |
| Care | Wash at 71 C (159 F); tumble dry low, max 50 C |
| Attachment Type | Loop (colour-coded Silva-Safety Slot shoulder and leg tapes) |
| Compatible Lifts | Handicare / Savaria ceiling and floor lifts with loop carry bars |
| Family codes | M921537-XXXS, M921537-XXS, M921537-XS, M921537-S, M921537-M, M921537-L, M921537-XL |
| Sizes | XXXS, XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL |
| Default SKU | M921537-XS |
| Origin | Made in the UK |
| Closures | Non-slip wrap-around thoracic section with clunk-click buckle; two sets of sliding hip tapes |
| Extra Small torso (A) | 30-34 in (76-86 cm) |
| Type | Pediatric full-support divided-leg transfer sling |
Documents
- Brochure Tinkham Sling with HS Data Sheet (TINKSFPHS)
- User Manual Specialised Slings Instructions of Use (Silvalea)
- Warranty Manual Silvalea Warranty Policy
- All Forms and Documents Every form, brochure and document in one place.
Shipping and Delivery
We deliver and set up equipment across Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. Our team brings the equipment in, sets it up and shows you how to use it.
Planning a rental? Rental equipment is delivered and picked up by our team within the same service area. Learn about rentals.
To schedule a delivery or ask about timing, call us at (905) 451-7743.
Warranty Details
Warranty Manual
We work with Ontario funding programs
We prepare and submit the paperwork so you get the equipment you need, sooner.
- Assistive Devices Program (ADP)
- Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
- March of Dimes Canada
- WSIB
- Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)
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