The Portwest FR738 flame-resistant sweatshirt is a high-quality garment specifically designed for professionals working in high-risk industrial environments. This comfortable sweater provides reliable protection against various thermal hazards and electric arcs. Thanks to its carefully selected material blend, this sweater is ideally suited for daily use by welders, electricians, and technicians who require certified safety clothing that feels comfortable during demanding tasks.
For which specific work environments is this flame-resistant sweatshirt suitable?
This garment is perfectly suited for use in ATEX zones and environments where individuals are exposed to radiant, convective, and contact heat.
The sweater meets the strict EN ISO 11612 standard and the anti-static EN 1149-5 standard, making it safe to wear in the petrochemical industry and for installation work. The inherent flame-resistant properties of the Modaflame Knit fabric are built into the fiber. As a result, the protective qualities do not diminish during washing, guaranteeing long-term safety in demanding work environments.
What do the standards for electric arcs mean for this flame-resistant sweatshirt?
This model is certified according to the EN 61482-2 standard with an APC 1 rating and an ELIM value of 9.2 cal/cm².
This means the garment provides protection against the thermal hazards of an electric arc in the event of a short circuit. Additionally, the sweater complies with the American standard ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 with an ATPV of 15 cal/cm². These certifications ensure that the wearer is effectively protected against severe burns in the event of unforeseen electrical discharges during maintenance work on installations.
The sweater has a high cotton content for perfect comfort, a knitted hem, ribbed cuffs, two secure pockets, a zipper, and UPF 40 UV protection.
Features:
- Inherent flame-resistant properties will not diminish with washing
- Protection against radiant, convective, and contact heat
- High cotton content for perfect comfort
- Knitted hem for a good fit
- Ribbed cuffs for warmth and comfort
- 2 pockets for secure storage
- Front zipper
- Fabric with UPF 40 rating that blocks 98% of UV rays
- Suitable for use in ATEX environments
- CE certified
- CE-CAT III
- New style
Fabric and care:
- Shell Fabric: 60% Modacrylic, 39% Cotton, 1% Carbon Fiber (300g/m²)
Wash instructions: Max wash temp 40°C, normal process. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Drip line dry. Iron on max 110°C. Do not dry clean.
Standards: EN ISO 11612 (A1, B1, C1, F1), EN 1149 -5, EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-1 (ELIM 9.2 CAL/CM², ATPV 15 CAL/CM² ), EN 61482-2 EN 61482-1-2 APC 1, ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 (ATPV 16 CAL/CM2 (HAF 86%))
