The Polar Skin C2E Ice Pack Bundle consists of four specially-sized C.O.R.E™ gel packs encased in Polar Skin Mini-Mesh sleeves saturated with ArcticAqua. Designed for placement in the high-blood-flow regions of the groin and underarms, these packs deliver conductive, convective, and evaporative (C2E) cooling simultaneously — exceeding standard gel pack performance. Compliant with U.S. Army and NATA heat illness protocols. Available in a Double Patient configuration.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Per Vivo Labs / North American Rescue (Polar Skin) |
| Item # | ZZ-0675 |
| Quantity | 4× C.O.R.E™ gel packs |
| Individual Pack Dimensions | L 15 in. × W 11 in. × D 1.5 in. |
| Packaged Dimensions | L 8 in. × W 9.5 in. × H 1.25 in. |
| Weight | 4.60 lbs |
| Cooling Technology | C.O.R.E™ 4-layer phase-change + Polar Skin Mini-Mesh + ArcticAqua |
| Target Cooling Sites | Groin and underarms (high blood-flow large artery regions) |
| Cooling Modes | Conductive, Convective, Evaporative (C2E) |
| Maintenance | Maintenance free; impervious to environmental and biological contamination |
| Protocol Compliance | NATA & U.S. Army heat illness protocols |
| Configuration | Double Patient |
Product Overview
Exertional heat stroke demands rapid core temperature reduction at the highest-efficiency cooling sites. The groin and axillae (underarms) are anatomically optimal because they overlie large arteries — the femoral and axillary vessels — carrying high-volume blood flow close to the body surface. The Polar Skin C2E Ice Pack Bundle was purpose-engineered for these sites, delivering a fundamentally superior cooling performance compared to conventional gel packs.
Each of the four C.O.R.E™ packs features a four-layer architecture: an outer Polar Skin Mini-Mesh sleeve saturated with ArcticAqua (for evaporative and convective cooling), plus two internal cooling pad layers and an inner conductive barrier. This phased-layer design enables staged phase-change heat absorption — functioning as a thermal supercapacitor that draws heat from the patient continuously rather than reaching equilibrium and stopping like a standard gel pack. The C.O.R.E™ design also maintains full body access for clinical assessment while cooling is in progress.
The ArcticAqua solution prevents rigidity below 0°C (32°F), so packs stored in a cooler with ice remain flexible and conformable to body contours — essential for maximizing skin contact and heat transfer in the groin and underarm anatomy. The bundles are maintenance-free and impervious to environmental and biological contamination, making them logistics-friendly for military units, athletic training staffs, and mass casualty response teams.
C.O.R.E™ vs. Standard Gel Packs
| Feature | C.O.R.E™ Packs | Standard Gel Packs |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling modes | Conduction + Convection + Evaporation | Conduction only |
| Below-freezing pliability | Yes (remains flexible below 0°F) | Rigid at temperatures below 32°F |
| Phase-change technology | Yes — staged thermal supercapacitor | No |
| Body access during cooling | Full access maintained | Partial obstruction common |
Complete the Polar Skin system with Hyperthermia Control products including Ice Sheets and Complete Care systems, or explore full IFAK Kits & First Aid options.
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Available Options:
- Double Patient
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width | 9.5 Inches |
| Length | 8 Inches |
| Height | 1.25 Inches |
| Weight | 4.4 lbs. |
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