About ArcLite™
Premium Multi-Hazard Outerwear Protection: Electric Arc And Flame, High Visibility, Waterproof
NASCO ArcLite™ ArcWear™
For 20 years, NASCO Industries' ArcLite™ has been the standard for electric arc protective outerwear in the US. Designed specifically for Utility workers who may be exposed to electric arcs, ArcLite™ is lighter, softer and more comfortable than the competition.
With a feature packed design, ArcLite™ is the most popular electric arc centric and flame resistant outerwear product and sure to meet the needs of the demanding industries where electric arc is prevalent.
The table below summarises ArcLite's ATPV, NFPA 70E PPE Category (HRC), Heat Attenuation Factor (the amount of heat blocked by the fabric), Energy Break-open Threshold (the incident energy of the material that results in a 50% probability of break-open) and ANSI 107 High Visibility Class/Level.
Series | Brand | Colour | ATPV cal/cm2 | NFPA 70E CAT | HAF % | Ebt cal/cm2 | ANSI 107 Class/Level |
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1000 | ArcLite™ | Yellow | 8.1 | 2 | 78 | > 29 | |
1000 | ArcLite™ | Burnt Orange | 6.9 | 1 | 74 | > 31 | |
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1500 | ArcLite™ Hi Vis | Fluorescent Yellow | 7.2 | 1 | 76.3 | 30.6 | 3/2 |
1500 | ArcLite™ Hi Vis | Fluorescent Orange | 7.9 | 1 | 78.6 | 30.6 | 3/2 |
Fabric Specification
- Fabric - Nomex® E89 (Nomex® Kevlar® Blend).
- Moisture Barrier - FR Synthetic Leather PU/PVC.
- Finished Weight - 227gsm/8.0oz.
- Seam Construction - Dielectrically Welded Seams.
How ArcLite™ Protects
- Electric Arc
- Flame
- High Visibility
- Cold Weather
- Waterproof
- Windproof
