| Protera™ |
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| Description |
Inherently flame resistant fabric |
| Fiber Content |
Blend of 65% modacrylic, 23% Nomex, 10% Kevlar and 2% antistatic fiber |
| Fiber Source |
DuPont Company, Wilmington, DE |
| Fabric Sources |
DuPont Company, Wilmington, DE |
| Primary Trademark |
“Protera” is a registered trademark of DuPont |
| Primary Applications |
Electric arc, particularly NFPA 70E |
| Not for Use |
Not recommended for welding or use around molten metals including aluminum, magnesium, or zinc or for use in critical static control operations. Garments made from Protera™ fabric should not be worn as chemical barrier protection. |
| Compliance/Certification* |
OSHA 1910.269 Electric Utility Safety Standard
ASTM F1506 Standard for FR Clothing for Electrical Workers
NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Cal-OSHA GISO, Title 8 Section 3406(c)(1)
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| Typical Fabric Weights |
Shirts - 6.5 oz/yd²
Pants - 8 oz/yd²
Coveralls - 6.5 oz/yd² |
| Typical Colors |
Navy, Khaki, Medium Blue |
| Estimated Wear Life |
Est. 3-4 years (new product; no long-term wear experience) |
| Initial Cost |
Moderate |
| Life Cost |
Moderate |
| Appearance |
Maintains professional appearance after multiple washings. Good wear life.
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| Comfort |
Excellent comfort at a lighter weight than HRC2 FR-treated cotton garments |
| Overall Strengths |
Light weight single-layer fabric meeting HRC2. Excellent comfort and durability at competitive pricing
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| Overall Weaknesses |
Limited color and style availability |
