• Fiber Type: Aramid
• Finishes: Soft
• Thread Construction: Spun from staple
• Application: Used for manufacturing military and civilian protective clothing where short-term flame or heat resistance is required. Kevlar® has a much higher tenacity or strength per size than Nomex®.

(Registered trademark of DuPont™.)

Sizes Available

• T45
• T60
• T80

Advantages

• Excellent resistance to short term heat exposure.
• Excellent strength.
• Good resistance to most organic solvents.
• Not affected by age.
• Excellent mildew resistance.
• Will not melt - decomposes at 840°F fiber.

Comments

• Decomposes quickly if exposed to chlorine bleach.
• Low elongation may require special machine adjustments.
• Very expensive when compared to other types of threads.