Non-flammable
If exposed to extreme heat or flame fabric glows
but won’t burn. It retains a certain tenacity at
temperatures exceeding 2300ºF
for over 90 seconds.
Non-Melting
Absolutely melt-proof and doesn’t become stiff.
It remains soft to the touch after being exposed to fire.
Excellent Stretch & Recovery
Properties
1 x 1 Rib Knit construction. Knit to allow 200%
stretch for maximum stretch and recovery.
Non-shrinkable
The space between the clothing and the body
reduces and protects against burns. Carbon Shield is almost
totally non-shrinkable when exposed to flame and heat for
short periods of time.
Forms No Openings
If an opening should be formed, fire comes into
direct contact with the body and increases the possibility
for burns. Because Carbon Shield doesn’t melt or stiffen and
is non-shrinkable, it develops no openings.
Deposits No Tar
When clothing melts or stiffens and decomposes in
a fire, it deposits a by-product tar in the form of a
liquid, which has a similar effect as melting in increasing
the risk of burns. Carbon Shield deposits no tar.
Non-Heat Conductivity – (Disburses
Heat)
In order to ensure the time to escape from fire,
clothing must possess the property of delaying the
transmission of heat. PGI’s Carbon Shield has a low heat
conductivity on the same level as wool.
Lightweight Yet Excellent TPP
Weighs only 6.5 oz./sq. yd. which is over 20%
lighter than most NFPA compliant hoods, yet still has
excellent Thermal Protection Performance (TPP) rating of 28.
Highest Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI)
of all Flame Resistant Fabrics
Flame resistance is commonly measured by LOI, the
amount of oxygen needed in the atmosphere to support
combustion. Carbon Shield fabric has the highest LOI of all
flame resistant fabrics allowing it to be labeled as 100%
Non-flammable.
BURN TEST PHOTOS
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Chemical Resistance
Excellent resistance to organic solvents, weak alkalis and
weak acids. Provides good resistance against strong alkalis
and strong acids for short-term exposures.
Comfortable
Fabric has an excellent moisture regain (approx. 8%).
Because fabric wicks moisture away from the skin to the
outer shell, it enables the moisture to evaporate at a rapid
rate. The aspect of wicking moisture off the body will not
only offer a more comfortable garment but improve the
protection in an intense fire or high intensity heat
situation.
Excellent Shape Retention
Unlike some hood fabrics which don’t hold their shape after
laundering, Carbon Shield has extremely low shrinkage after
laundering and looks virtually unchanged after repeated
washings and dryings. Also, the protective qualities of the
knit after laundering showed no change in flame resistance
or thermal protection.
Odor Absorbing Qualities
Has ability to absorb and neutralize unpleasant odors, a
considerable advantage when opportunities for washing are
limited.
Infrared Rays Non-Reflective
Excellent for police/swat teams as well as military
applications.
Natural Black Color Hides Soil
Resistant to Ultra Violet Rays
Will not fade or weaken when exposed to UV rays.
Meets NFPA Requirements
UL Classified to meet the hood requirements of NFPA 1971,
Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Firefighting,
2000 Edition.
Meets CAL-OSHA Requirements
Passes Fed. Test 191, Method 5903.2; CAL-OSHA Sections
3406(d).
Complies with OSHA Rule 29 CFR Part
1910, 269
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