Overview
Meets latest specs N.F.P.A. 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting, 2007 Edition. Heavy-duty head and neck coverage in a flame-resistant, carbon-fiber hood available that weighs in at only 80% of what other N.F.P.A.-compliant hoods do.

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Features and Specifications:

Carbon Shield has an L.O.I. over 50% higher than Nomex® and 33% higher than P.B.I./Rayon blends
Carbon Shield is a flame-resistant fabric based on carbon fire CarbonX® technology
Non-flammable & melt-proof: will glow, but not burn in extreme heat or flame
Deposits no tar
Retains a certain tenacity at temperatures exceeding 2300°F for 90 seconds
Low heat conductivity
Over 20% lighter than most N.F.P.A.-compliant hoods, yet has an excellent T.P.P. rating of 28
Remain supple and soft after exposure to fire, as well as repeated washing and drying
Allows 200% stretch and recovery
Will not fade or weaken when exposed to UV rays
Excellent moisture regain
Can neutralize unpleasant odors due to the carbon fibers
Wicks moisture away from the skin to the outer shell, enabling rapid evaporation for increased
Carbon Shield's N.F.P.A. Fire Hood (#3049298)
About L.O.I.: Flame resistance is commonly measured by the highest L.O.I., the amount of oxygen needed to support combustion. The higher the L.O.I. value, the more flame-resistant the material.