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Flame- and Arc-Flash-Protection Hats

Protect your head from flames and arc flashes while keeping sweat and sun out of your eyes. These hats meet NFPA 70E standards for arc flash protection. They’re rated PPE category 2, which is the most common arc flash standard for industrial applications. Made of a cotton/nylon blend, these hats resist flames and withstand wear. They’re also breathable to keep you cool in hot environments. Adjust the hook-and-loop strap on the back to secure them on your head.

Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet that rating. Arc rating measures a garment’s ability to insulate the wearer from burns; the higher the arc rating, the greater the flame resistance.

Cap

Image of Product. Front orientation. Hats. Flame- and Arc-Flash-Protection Hats.

Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Closure Method	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each
2	12	Cotton/Nylon Fabric	Hook and Loop	NFPA 70E	Dark Blue	One Size	8351N11	000000

Flame and Arc-Flash Cold-Protection Hats

These hats meet NFPA 70E standards for protection against electrical arc flashes for personal protection equipment (PPE) category 2. Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and then select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet the minimum arc rating. Arc rating measures a garment’s ability to insulate the wearer from burns; the higher the arc rating, the greater the flame resistance. These hats are made of abrasion-resistant aramid/viscose blend fabric, which keeps you warm without accumulating moisture.

Beanie

Image of Product. Front orientation. Hats. Flame and Arc-Flash Cold-Protection Hats.

Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each
2	20	Aramid/Viscose Fabric	NFPA 70E	Black	One Size	56305T13	000000

Flame- and Arc-Flash-Protection Hard Hat Liners

Often used in utility work, metalworking, and welding, these hard-hat liners meet NFPA 70E to protect from flames and electrical arc flashes. They also shield your head and nape from the wind and cold. Secure the liner to your hard hat with the attached hook and loop tabs on each side. Choose a hard-hat liner that meets the arc rated personal protective equipment (PPE) category required by your workplace.

Hard Hat Liners


Covers Head and Nape	Covers Head and Nape Removable Nape Cover Warming Pad Slots	Warming Pad Slot (Warming Pads Sold Separetely)

Removable Nape Cover—Liners with a removable nape cover allow you to cool off your nape by zipping off the back. With the nape cover removed, the liner protects the head like a cap.

Warming Pad Slots—Use liners with warming pad slots for extra warmth around the ears—slip hand warmer pads (sold separately) into the slots on each side.

	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Insulation Material	Closure Method	Features	Color	Wt., oz.	Hard Hat Size	Flammability Rating		Each
Covers Head and Nape



	Arc-Flash Protection, Cold Protection	2	9.3	Cotton Fabric	Cotton Fabric	Hook and Loop	—	Blue	2.8	One Size	ASTM F1506, NFPA 70E	7996N14	000000


	Arc-Flash Protection, Cold Protection	2	17	Cotton/Modacrylic Fabric	Cotton/Modacrylic Fleece	Hook and Loop	Removable Nape Cover, Warming Pad Slots	Black	3	One Size	ASTM F1506, NFPA 70E	7996N12	00000

Hand Warmer Pads

Garment	Lg.	Wd.	Body Warmer Type	No. of Warmers Included		Pkg.
Body Warmer	3 1/2"	2"	Pad	1 Pair	42295T21	00000

Masks

Covers Face

Add masks to protect your mouth, chin, and nose. They have hook and loop tabs on each side that stick to the sides of the liner.

	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Insulation Material	Closure Method	Color	Wt., oz.	Flammability Rating		Each
Covers Face



	Arc-Flash Protection, Cold Protection	2	20	Cotton/Modacrylic Fabric	Cotton/Modacrylic Fleece	Hook and Loop	Black	1.6	ASTM F1506, NFPA 70E	7996N11	000000

Arc-Flash-Protection Face Shields


Face Shield	Face Shield with Chin Guard

Face Shield with Chin Guard and Side Guards

Protect your face from low-level arc flashes when a full hood is not necessary.

All hard hats have a ratchet suspension that adjusts with an easy-turn knob.

Flip-Up Lens—The lens on these shields flips up, so you can keep your hard hat on during breaks from electrical work.

Green Lens—Shields with a green lens have a light tint that absorbs visible light and blocks glare. They let through 55% of visible light. While the green tint reduces glare, it also distorts colors, which may limit your ability to distinguish them.

Bronze Lens/Gray Lens—Shields with a bronze or gray lens allow all wavelengths of visible light to pass through without distorting colors. They’re ideal for electrical workers who work with colored wires or electrical tape.

PPE Category 2—These shields meet NFPA 70E standards for protection against electrical arc flashes for personal protective equipment (PPE) category 2.

Chin Guard—Shields with a chin guard protect your face from below.

Side Guards—Shields with side guards extend protection on the sides.

ANSI/ISEA Z87.1—The shields meet ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 basic impact standards when worn with safety glasses or goggles.

Arc-Rated PPE Category—Choose shields that meet the arc rated PPE category required by your workplace.

	Face Shields																	Replacement Lenses
				Lens								Hat Size
	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	No. of Suspension Points	Properties	Color	Material	Ht.	Wd.	Thk.	Construction	Material	Min.	Max.	Features	Specs. Met		Each		Each
Flip-Up Lens



		2	12	4	Scratch Resistant	Green	Polycarbonate	20"	9 3/4"	0.06"	Solid	Polyethylene	6 1/2	8	—	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1, ASTM F2178	9245N112	0000000	9245N111	0000000


		2	12	4	Scratch Resistant, Fog-Free	Bronze	Polycarbonate	12"	8"	0.09"	Solid	Polyethylene	6 1/2	8	Chin Guard	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1, ASTM F2178	3942T38	000000	———	0
		2	41	6	Scratch Resistant, Fog-Free	Gray	Polycarbonate	15"	8"	0.1"	Solid	Polycarbonate	6 1/2	8	Chin Guard, Side Guards	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1, ASTM F2178	9245N113	000000	———	0

Arc-Flash-Protection Clothing Kits


Style A	Style B	Style C

For protection from arc flash hazards, these kits include several of the safety items you may need. All items meet NFPA 70E for protection against flames and electrical arc flashes. Choose clothing that meets the arc rated personal protective equipment (PPE) category required by your workplace.

When measuring chest size, measure around the fullest part of your chest. Take all measurements over any clothing you expect to wear under the protective clothing.

Style A

Style A kits come with a hard hat, face shield, hood, and storage bag.

PPE Category 2—These kits have the most common arc-flash-protection rating for industrial applications.

		Hard Hat			Face Shield
Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	No. of Suspension Points	Material	Hat Size	Lens Material	Lens Ht.	Lens Wd.	Lens Thick.	Includes	Flammability Rating	Specs. Met		Each
2	12	4	Polyethylene	6 1/2-8	Polycarbonate	12"	8"	0.09"	Hard Hat, Hood, Face Shield, Storage Bag	NFPA 70E	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1	2708N31	0000000

Style B

Style B kits come with coveralls, hard hat, face shield, hood, and two storage bags.

PPE Category 2—These kits have the most common arc-flash-protection rating for industrial applications.

		Hard Hat			Face Shield				Coveralls
Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	No. of Suspension Points	Material	Hat Size	Lens Material	Lens Ht.	Lens Wd.	Lens Thick.	Material	Color	Includes	Flammability Rating	Specs. Met	Choose a Size (Chest Size)		Each
2	12	4	Polyethylene	6 1/2-8	Polycarbonate	12"	8"	0.09"	Cotton/Nylon Fabric	Red/Gray	Hard Hat, Hood, Face Shield, Coveralls, Two Storage Bags	ASTM F1506, NFPA 70E	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1	M (44"), L (48"), XL (52"), 2XL (56"), 3XL (60")	2708N2	0000000

Style C

Style C kits come with headgear, a jacket, bib overalls, and two storage bags.

PPE Category 2—These kits have the most common arc-flash-protection rating for industrial applications.

		Jacket			Hard Hat			Face Shield				Bib Overalls
Arc-Rated PPE Category	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Closure Method	Cuff Style	No. of Suspension Points	Material	Hat Size	Lens Material	Lens Ht.	Lens Wd.	Lens Thick.	Material	Inseam Length	Cuff Style	Includes	Flammability Rating	Specs. Met	Choose a Size (Chest Size)		Each
2	8	Cotton/Nylon Fabric	Hook and Loop, Zipper	Knit	4	Polyethylene	6 1/2-8	Polycarbonate	12"	8"	0.09"	Cotton/Nylon Fabric	30"	Hook and Loop	Hard Hat, Hood, Jacket, Face Shield, Bib Overalls, Two Storage Bags	ASTM F1506, NFPA 70E	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, ANSI/ISEA Z89.1	M (44"), L (48"), XL (52"), 2XL (56")	2708N1	0000000

Flame- and Arc-Flash- Cold-Protection Neck Gaiters

Shield your face and neck from flame and electrical hazards while working in the cold.

Gaiters with Four-Way Stretch—They have four-way stretch for a customizable fit—fold them in half for a double layer of protection and warmth.

PPE Category 2—Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet that rating. These neck gaiters are rated PPE category 2, which is the most common arc flash standard for industrial applications.

Modacrylic Fabric—Made from a modacrylic fabric, these neck gaiters are lightweight and flexible. They trap heat but allow moisture to escape, so you stay warm and dry.

NFPA 70E and NFPA 2112—These neck gaiters meet NFPA 70E and 2112 standards for protection from arc flash and flash fire.

	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Material	Lg.	Dia.	Specs. Met	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each
Gaiters with Four-Way Stretch



	2	11	Modacrylic Fabric	20"	9 1/4"	OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.269	NFPA 70E, NFPA 2112, ASTM F1506	Black	One Size	8655N11	000000

Flame- and Arc-Flash Cold-Protection Face Masks

These face masks meet NFPA 70E standards for protection against electrical arc flashes for personal protection equipment (PPE) category 2. Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and then select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet the minimum arc rating. Arc rating measures a garment’s ability to insulate the wearer from burns; the higher the arc rating, the greater the flame resistance. These hats are made of abrasion-resistant aramid/viscose blend fabric, which keeps you warm without accumulating moisture.

Material	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each



Arc-Flash Protection, Cold Protection, Electrical Protection, Flame Protection	Aramid/Lyocell Fabric	10	2	NFPA 70E	White	One Size	56305T15	000000

Welding Face Masks

Nomex Fabric

These face masks are double-layered to protect your head from radiant heat, flames, and welding sparks. They are designed to meet NFPA 1971 standards for structural firefighting. Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and then select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet the minimum arc rating. Arc rating measures a garment’s ability to insulate the wearer from burns; the higher the arc rating, the greater the flame resistance.

Nomex Fabric—Nomex is heavier than PBI, yet breathable and moisture wicking. They meet NFPA 70E standards for protection against electrical arc flashes for personal protection equipment (PPE) category 2. This is the most common PPE category for standard industrial applications.

Material	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each



Welding, Arc-Flash Protection, Electrical Protection, Heat Protection	Nomex Fabric	10	2	NFPA 70E, NFPA 1971	White	One Size	52655T15	000000

Flame- and Arc-Flash-Protection Face Masks


Westex® UltraSoft® Fabric	CarbonX Fabric

Protect your head from electrical arc flashes. These face masks won’t melt or drip when exposed to intermittent flames. They meet NFPA 70E standards for personal protection equipment (PPE) category 2. Check the PPE category and minimum arc rating provided for your workplace, and then select all required clothing and personal protective equipment to meet the minimum arc rating. Arc rating measures a garment’s ability to insulate the wearer from burns; the higher the arc rating, the greater the flame resistance. Masks are soft, breathable, and washable.

Westex® UltraSoft® Fabric—Westex® UltraSoft® fabric is a lightweight material that’s 88% flame-resistant cotton and 12% nylon knit.

CarbonX Fabric—CarbonX fabric is double-layered for better flame resistance than Westex® UltraSoft® fabric.

Material	Arc Rating, cal/cm²	Arc-Rated PPE Category	Flammability Rating	Color	Clothing Size		Each



Arc-Flash Protection, Electrical Protection, Flame Protection	Westex® UltraSoft® Fabric	12	2	NFPA 70E	Dark Blue	One Size	52655T22	000000


Arc-Flash Protection, Electrical Protection, Flame Protection	CarbonX Fabric	32	2	NFPA 70E	Black	One Size	52655T17	00000