Ara‑Tek FR™ Tri‑Blend (STK) 3042185-SF2
Similar comfort and flame and thermal resistance to the popular Nomex®/Lenzing FR® blend at a fraction of the cost. Where Ara‑Tek FR really shines is its durability and arc resistance. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition.
- Physical Properties:Material Weight6 oz. / 204gOuter ColorWhiteThread ColorsNatural (White) or BlackTest Results:Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Initial / After 5 Washings
- 26.7 sec / 28.1 secAfter FlameInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 0 in x 0 in
- 0 in x 0 inChar LengthInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings1.4 in x 1.4 in
- 1.3 in x 1.2 inHeat and Thermal ShrinkageAfter 5 Washings
1.50%Fabric Burst Strength365.3 NSeam Burst Strength722.1 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNoneLimited Oxgen Index (LOI) ASTM D 2863‑9529Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)11Hazard Risk Category (HRC)HRC 2
Nomex®/Lenzing FR® w/ Comfort Plus™ Lining (STK) 3038185-SF2
Developed by PGI in the early 1980's, this mid‑weight blend has become the most popular hood fabric in the market due to its ability to wick moisture away from the skin more effectively than other flame resistant fabrics keeping the wearer drier and more comfortable. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition.
- Physical Properties:Material Weight6 oz. / 204gOuter ColorWhiteThread ColorsNatural (White) or BlackTest Results:Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Initial / After 5 Washings
- 33.6 sec / 33.9 secAfter FlameInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 0 in x 0 in
- 0 in x 0 inChar LengthInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings1.6 in x 1.8 in
- 1.7 in x 1.8 inHeat and Thermal ShrinkageAfter 5 Washings
0.30%Fabric Burst Strength395.2 NSeam Burst Strength727.6 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNoneLimited Oxgen Index (LOI) ASTM D 2863‑9529Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)9Hazard Risk Category (HRC)HRC 2
PBI/Lenzing FR® w/ Comfort Plus™ Lining (STK) 3038285-SF2
PBI® is an extraordinary fiber that doesn’t burn in air. Blended with Lenzing FR®, this fabric is the lightest, most comfortable flame resistant hood fabric on the market. Even though fabric is incredibly lightweight, at 5.7 oz./sq. yd, it has an exceptionally high TPP rating. Add the Comfort Plus™ Liner to the PBI/Lenzing FR blend, and the Thermal Protection Performance (TPP) rating dramatically improves. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition.
- Physical Properties:Material Weight5.9 oz. / 201gOuter ColorTanThread ColorsTan or WhiteTest Results:Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Initial / After 5 Washings
- 35 sec / 38 secAfter FlameInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 0 in x 0 in
- 0 in x 0 inChar Length - PBI/Lenzing FRInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 1.4 in x 1.6 in
- 1.2 in x 1.4 inChar Length - Comfort PlusInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings1.6 in x 1.8 in
- 1.7 in x 1.8 inHeat and Thermal Shrinkage - PBI/Lenzing FRAfter 5 Washings
- 0%Heat and Thermal Shrinkage - Comfort PlusAfter 5 Washings
0.30%Fabric Burst Strength - PBI/Lenzing FR295.6 NFabric Burst Strength - Comfort Plus395.2 NSeam Burst Strength601 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNoneLimited Oxgen Index (LOI) ASTM D 2863‑95 - PBI/Lenzing FR32Limited Oxgen Index (LOI) ASTM D 2863‑95 - Comfort Plus29Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)N/AHazard Risk Category (HRC)N/A
Carbon Shield™ (STK) 3049298-SF2
Considered the ultimate high‑tech fabric for thermal protection and comfort. The fabric simply won’t burn in air. Additionally fabric has excellent moisture regain and wicks moisture away from the skin to the outer shell enabling it to evaporate at a rapid rate. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition.
- Physical Properties:
- Material Weight6.5 oz. / 221gOuter ColorBlackThread ColorsBlack, Red or WhiteTest Results:Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Initial / After 5 Washings
- 24 sec / 27.6 secAfter FlameInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 0 in x 0 in
- 0 in x 0 inChar LengthInitial (Warp x Fill)
- After 5 Washings 2 in x 1.9 in
- 1.4 in x 2.3 inHeat and Thermal ShrinkageAfter 5 Washings
- 0%Fabric Burst Strength287 NSeam Burst Strength469.1 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNoneLimited Oxgen Index (LOI) ASTM D 2863‑9543Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)Double-Ply
- Triple-Ply32
- 46Hazard Risk Category (HRC)Double-Ply
- Triple-Ply
HRC 3
HRC 4
- BEST MADE BETTER
- Redesign of popular Cobra™ Ultimate™ Sure‑Fit™ hood.
- Added 6" to width for exceptional shoulder coverage and reduction of bunching at chest and back.
- Increased width of Sure‑Fit panel by 1.25" for a more comfortable fit over SCBA mask and mask hardware.
- Added 2" to the length ensuring complete chest coverage and that the hood stays tucked in even after laundering shrinkage (5" longer than NFPA requires).
- Contours better to the shape of the head for improved fit and comfort.
- Fuller cut builds a little “ease” into the hood so it doesn't fit skin tight like typical hoods. This more generous cut gives hood improved thermal resistance from flame and heat due to the extra space (layer of air) between hood and head.
- UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition.
- Hood Dimensions - One Size Hood Fits All:4" wide Sure‑Fit™ center panel from top of face opening to bottom drape of hood, in place of traditional center seam.
- Face opening is circular and measures between 4.6" to 5.6" in diameter.
- Width around bottom (1/2) approx. 24.25".
- Width of hood from edge of shoulder cap to opposite edge of shoulder cap approx. 19.25".
- Length of hood at front top to bottom approx. 23".
- Length of hood at back from top to bottom approx. 20".
- Width of hood above face opening approx. 8.75"
- Width of hood mid face opening to back approx. 7.75".
- Length of hood at side from top to bottom approx. 19.5".
- Width of hood 1" below bottom of face opening approx. 11".
- Width of hood above shoulder cap approx. 14".
- Length of hood below face opening approx. 12.5"
BarriAire™ Gold Hood Critical Coverage (STK) 3979471-1
Particulate coverage from base of the neck and around entire head except for Sure‑Fit™ panel at crown. All critical areas of particualte penetration as identified by NFPA have particulate barrier. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition. Certification to the NFPA 1971, 2018 Edition Option for Particulate Protection – Current Edition. EN13911: 2017 Certification Pending.
Fabric Description:Quilted composite durable water resistant finish on exterior layer of jersey knit with Nomex® Nano Flex particulate barrier between the inside layer of jersey knit. Averages 95%‑98% particulate filtration efficiency that actually improves with repeated launderings.
Test Results:
Fabric Performance ValuesRequirements NFPA 1971
2018 EditionPGI Test ResultsParticulate Efficiency≥ 90%96%Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Rib Knit
- As Received
- 20.0 (min)30.2After 5 Washings
20.0 (min)33.1Quilted Composite
- As Received
- 20.0 (min)29.3After 5 Washings
20.0 (min)30.8Total Heat Loss (THL)≥ 325 W/m2401.3 W/m2Hood Material Burst Strength> 225 N614 NFlame Resistance Test – Quilted CompositeAfter Flame (Wales x Courses)
- As Received
- ≤ 2.0 sec0.0 sec x 1.0 secAfter 5 Washings
≤ 2.0 sec1.0 sec x 1.0 secChar Length (Wales x Courses)
- As Received
- ≤ 100 mm18 mm x 17 mmAfter 5 Washings
≤ 100 mm3 mm x 2 mmCleaning Shrinkage Resistance TestHood Measurement
- After 5 Washings
≥ -5%-0.7%Face Opening Measurement
- After 5 Washings
Meets RequirementYESHeat & Thermal Shrinkage Resistance TestHood Measurement
- As Received
- ≥ -10%0%After 5 Washings
≥ -10%0%Face Opening Measurement
- As Received
- Meets RequirementYESAfter 5 Washings
- Meets RequirementYESSeam Breaking Strength TestQuilted to Quilted
- > 181 N1219 NQuilted to Knit
> 181 N1144 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNo Melting or DrippingNONE
BarriAire Gold Hoods feature an ultra‑light weight inner layer of DuPont™ Nomex® Nano Flex fabric. This innovative particulate barrier blocks 95% of harmful contaminants and potentially carcinogenic particulates .20 microns in size or larger.
FAST UV-light photographs without Nomex® Nano Flex (left) and with Nomex® Nano Flex (right) illustrating after particle exposure for the test subject’s head and neck; bright yellow areas show where particles penetrated the ensemble.
Above test performed on complete coverage hood without turnout coat. Test was performed at RTI (Test #2322, DOD Test Operations Procedure 10‑2‑022 modified for head form). These conditions may not be typical of the conditions encountered in actual situations. The results of these tests are only predictions under these specific laboratory conditions. The user is solely responsible for any interpretations of the test data provided by DuPont. DUPONT MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE AND ASSUMES NO LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ANY USE OF THIS INFORMATION. This data is not intended for use by the user or others without expressed written consent of DuPont. DuPont and Nomex are trademarks or registered trademarks of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company or its affiliates.
BarriAire™ Gold Hood Complete Coverage (STK) 3979471
Particulate coverage includes entire head except for Sure‑Fit™ panel at crown. Front and back bib extends particualte barrier coverage beyond critical areas as identified by NFPA – Maximum Protection. UL Classified to NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition. Certification to the NFPA 1971, 2018 Edition Option for Particulate Protection – Current Edition. EN13911: 2017 Certification Pending.
Fabric Description:Quilted composite durable water resistant finish on exterior layer of jersey knit with Nomex® Nano Flex particulate barrier between the inside layer of jersey knit. Averages 95%‑98% particulate filtration efficiency that actually improves with repeated launderings.
Test Results:Fabric Performance ValuesRequirements NFPA 1971
2018 EditionPGI Test ResultsParticulate Efficiency≥ 90%96%Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)Rib Knit
- As Received
- 20.0 (min)30.2After 5 Washings
20.0 (min)33.1Quilted Composite
- As Received
- 20.0 (min)29.3After 5 Washings
20.0 (min)30.8Total Heat Loss (THL)≥ 325 W/m2401.3 W/m2Hood Material Burst Strength> 225 N614 NFlame Resistance Test – Quilted CompositeAfter Flame (Wales x Courses)
- As Received
- ≤ 2.0 sec0.0 sec x 1.0 secAfter 5 Washings
≤ 2.0 sec1.0 sec x 1.0 secChar Length (Wales x Courses)
- As Received
- ≤ 100 mm18 mm x 17 mmAfter 5 Washings
≤ 100 mm3 mm x 2 mmCleaning Shrinkage Resistance TestHood Measurement
- After 5 Washings
≥ -5%-0.3%Face Opening Measurement
- After 5 Washings
Meets RequirementYESHeat & Thermal Shrinkage Resistance TestHood Measurement
- As Received
- ≥ -10%0%After 5 Washings
≥ -10%0%Face Opening Measurement
- As Received
- Meets RequirementYESAfter 5 Washings
- Meets RequirementYESSeam Breaking Strength TestQuilted to Quilted
- > 181 N1219 NQuilted to Knit
> 181 N1144 NMelt or Drip When Exposed to FlameNo Melting or DrippingNONE