Outer shells
Inner Confidence
When your turnout gear has the proven thermal protection of DuPont Nomex® combined with the legendary strength of DuPont Kevlar® – a fiber that’s five times stronger than steel on an equal weight basis – you’re assured of superior protection against intense heat and flame.
Outer shells created with Nomex®, Kevlar® fibers and Kevlar® filament blends provide outstanding defense against heat and flame and cuts and abrasions, while staying strong and greatly reducing garment bulk.
| Outer shell | Nomex® | Kevlar® Blends | Kevlar® Filament Reinforced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fabric Description | Nomex® IIIA outer shell, plain weave or lightweight rip stop construction | Kevlar® blended outer shells, rip stop construction | Kevlar® filament reinforced outer shells in modified plain weave and twill constructions |
| Overall Benefits | Thermal Protection Durability Tough fabrics Good lightfastness Water Repellent Large color range | Thermal Protection Durability Tough fabrics Good lightfastness Water Repellent Improved Char/Flame Durability Cut Resistant Abrasion Resistant Lightweight | Thermal Protection Durability Tough fabrics Good lightfastness Water Repellent Improved Char/Flame Durability Cut Resistant Abrasion Resistant Lightweight High Strength High Flexibility |
Nomex® and Kevlar® can help make your turnout gear tough and durable, yet comfortable and breathable, providing the flexibility to work a vehicle accident, ventilate a roof or drag a hose line, and the protection to fight a 3-alarm blaze.
Over 70% of all turnout gear is made with DuPont Nomex® and Kevlar®. This greatly protects against burn injuries from high temperatures, compression, contact, and even flashover conditions while providing outstanding Total Heat Loss (THL) and Thermal Protective Performance (TPP) ratings.