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Protex^®

Protex^® is the advanced FR Fiber in the Kanecaron family. Kanecaron provides excellent flame retardant properties to a fabric, while at the same time allowing its original fiber characteristics, such as softness and natural appearance, to be maintained.

Protex^® can meet the following standards, depending on composition and construction; EN ISO 11611-2008 , EN ISO11612-2008, EN-471, EN1149-1, ASTM-D-6413, NFPA-70E, NFPA2112, BS-7175 etc.

Benefits:

Its advanced FR and Heat resistance, upon blending, improves FR Performance in flammable fibers like cotton or polyester.
Modacrylic: the generic name of a fiber that has a lower acrylonitrile (35-85%) level than ordinary acrylic fiber in its make up.
Self Extinguish: No flame spread and ability to stop combustion when the flame source is removed. Kanecaron/Protex will create a char that works to prevent the flame without melting.
Inherent FR Fiber: Polymerized FR Fiber that does not require topical FR Treatments.

Other Advantages:

Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) i.e. 33
Highly blendable
Easy Processing (Spinning, Dyeing, Molding)
Protection against arc flash

No Melt No Drip

Chemical Resistance

Fire Retardant

Soft and Lightweight

Applications:

Clothing: Protective Clothing, Workwear, Hoods, Pinaforces, Arm Covers, Filling
Industrial: Filters (Non Woven), Automotive Interior Materials
Interior: Drapery, Carpets, Partitions, Upholstery, Wall Covering, Fabric Blinds, Theater Curtains And Decorations.
Bedding And Home Textiles: Blankets, Throws, Duvet Cover, Comforters, Filling, Cushions, Mattresses, Bed Pads, Bed Sheets, Towels, Stuffed Toys

*Kanecaron is a registered trade name of inherently flame-retardant modacrylic fibers manufactured by Kaneka Corporation, JAPAN.

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