Now PGI's Cobra™ Series is available in Revolutionary Carbon Fiber!

As technology continually moves forward, you've relied on PGI to be the innovators in developing, designing and introducing the latest in protective fabrics. Carbon Shield™ is a flame resistant fabric breakthrough based on carbon fiber technology. The fabric simply won't burn in air.

Tests show that Carbon Shield™ doesn't shrink, crack or decompose when exposed to direct heat or flame at temperatures exceeding 2300 degrees F (1300 degrees C) for over 90 seconds. In comparison, the leading flame resistant fabrics burn, begin to shrink while charring, then crack and decompose. This is all in about 5 seconds.

Carbon Shield™ is manufactured through a proprietary cooking process where the yarns receive their initial carbonization. This process of carbonizing the fiber, by actually forging it in fire, is what sets Carbon Shield™ apart from all other flame resistant fabrics. There's no room for compromise when it comes to protection. Carbon Shield™ is the ultimate high-tech fabric for thermal protection and comfort.

Ultimate™ style hood is designed for maximum double layer protection. Hood covers chest, shoulders and shoulder blades. This hood features flat stitching and seamless chin area for better fit and comfort, 1/2" wide elastic face opening which stretches to a full 17" for easy donning and a snug fit around SCBA mask. Bottom edge is bound with self-fabric bias binding and all sewing is done with 100% Nomex® thread.

Recommended for STRUCTURAL FIRE FIGHTING as well as other industries which require protection from flash fire, radiant heat, electric arc or cold weather.
 

• Extra Long Double Ply Hood throughout
• Arc Rating: 23.3
• HRC Rating: 2
• X-Long length covers chest, shoulders and shoulder blades
• Flat stitched seams
• X-heavy 1/2" wide elasticized face opening
• Cover stitched bound drape
• Doulble-ply hood throughout
• UL Classified to NFPA 1971: Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting – Current Edition

 

Non-flammable If exposed to extreme heat or flame fabric glows but won’t burn.  It retains a certain tenacity at temperatures exceeding 2300°F for over 90 seconds.   Non-melting Absolutely melt-proof and doesn’t become stiff.  It remains soft to the touch after being exposed to fire.   Arc Resistant – ATPV 23.3  HRC 2   Superior Protection from Welding Sparks and Molten Metal Resists pin-holing from welding sparks and splatter.  Sheds most molten metals and will not melt, ignite or burn even in the most severe levels of exposure offering unparalleled protection from molten metal splash.   Non-Shrinking The space between the clothing and the body reduces and protects against burns.  Carbon Shield™ is almost totally non-shrinking when exposed to flame and heat.   Forms No Openings If an opening should form, fire comes into direct contact with the body and increases the possibility for burns.  Because fabric doesn’t melt or stiffen and is non-shrinking, it develops no openings.   Deposits No Tar When clothing melts or stiffens and decomposes in a fire, it deposits a by-product tar in the form of a liquid, which has a similar effect as melting increasing the risk of burns.  Carbon Shield™ deposits no tar.   Low Heat Conductivity – (Disburses Heat Energy) In order to ensure the time to escape from fire, clothing must possess the property of delaying the transmission of heat.  PGI’s Carbon Shield™ has a low heat conductivity.   Infrared Non-Reflective Excellent for police/swat teams as well as military applications.   Natural Black Color Hides Soil   Lightweight Yet Excellent TPP Weighs only 6.5 oz. /sq. yd. which is over 20% lighter than most NFPA compliant hoods, yet still has excellent Thermal Protection Performance (TPP) rating of 28.

Excellent Stretch & Recovery Properties 1 x 1 Rib knit construction.  Knit to allow 200% stretch for maximum stretch and recovery.   Comfortable Fabric has an excellent moisture regain (approx. 8%) and wicks moisture away from the skin to the outer shell, enabling it to evaporate at a rapid rate.  The aspect of wicking moisture off the body not only offers a more comfortable garment but also improves protection.   Chemical Resistance Excellent resistance to organic solvents, weak alkalis and weak acids.   Excellent Shape Retention Unlike some hood fabrics which don’t hold their shape after laundering, Carbon Shield™ has extremely low shrinkage and looks virtually unchanged after repeated washings and dryings.  Also, after laundering fabric showed no change in flame resistance or thermal protection.   Odor Absorbing Qualities
 Has ability to absorb and neutralize unpleasant odors, a considerable advantage when opportunities for washing are limited.   Resistant to Ultra Violet Rays Will not fade or weaken when exposed to UV rays.   Highest Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) Flame resistance is commonly measured by LOI, the amount of oxygen needed to support combustion.  The higher the LOI value, the more flame resistant the material.  Carbon Shield™ has an LOI which is over 50% higher than Nomex and 33% higher than PBI FR Rayon blends.   Meets NFPA Requirements UL Classified to meet the current hood requirements of NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting (Classic, Ultimate and Elite Styles).   Meets CAL-OSHA REQUIRMENTS Passes Fed. Test 191, Method 5903.2: CAL-OSHA Sections 3406(d)   Complies with OSHA Rule 29 CFR Part 1910, 269   Meets CE Requirements Meets or exceeds Draft European Standard prEN 13911 (Classic, Ultimate and Elite Styles).   Compliant with NFPA 70E – Current Edition.  Meeting the performance specifications of ASTM-F-1506 (On double ply hoods).

 
SPECIFICATIONS:

FABRIC:      

• Both outer shell and lining are a blend of Carbon/High Strength Aramid-approx.6.5 oz sq yd.
• 1 x 1 rib knit fabric - knit to allow approx. 200% stretch for maximum stretch and recovery.
• Calendared to minimize laundry shrinkage.

STITCH TYPES AND SEAMS:

• All stitching conforms to Federal Standard 751 Specifications (FED-STD-751).
• Major seams are flat seam assembled, stitch type 607.
• Elastic in face opening is serged in with stitch type 504 and reinforced with bottom cover-stitch, stitch type 406.
• Binding is applied with bottom cover-stitch, stitch type 406.

THREAD: All seams are sewn with 100% Nomex® thread size Tex 40.

CONSTRUCTION:

• Composed of two layers throughout.
• For a contoured fit the hood is seamed from top of face opening to back of head.
• Face opening is circular in shape and serged with x-heavy duty ½" wide elastic around the perimeter. The elastic is then folded back ½" and cover stitched. The face opening stretches a full 16" (which is 25% more than conventional hoods) for easy donning and a snug fit around face of SCBA mask. Face opening maintains original shape after repeated launderings.
• The bottom edge of hood is bound with self-material bias binding.  
• Gusset added at side seams to provide complete shoulder coverage and smoother drape.

          

1. Face opening is circular and measures between 4.6" to 5.6" in diameter
2. Length of hood below face opening approx. 12"
3. Length of hood at side from top to bottom approx. 17"
4. Length of hood at back from top to bottom approx. 19½"
5. Length of hood at front top to bottom approx. 20"

FABRIC PERFORMANCE VALUES:

 

Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV)	23.3
Thermal Protective Performance
Initial (seconds)	24
After 5 washings (seconds)	27.6
After Flame
Initial (inches)	0 x 0
Warp (wales) x Fill (Courses)
After 5 washings (seconds)	0 x 0
Char Length
Initial (inches)	2 x 1.9
After 5 washings (inches)	1.4 x 2.3
Fabric Burst Strength (N)	287
Seam Burst Strength (N)	469.1
Heat and Thermal Shrinkage
After 5 washings	0%
Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI)	55
Melt or Drip when exposed to flame	None

 

• One size fits all
• Each hood is clearly labeled to identify material contents, NFPA acceptance, UL Classification, Date of Manufacture, and Care Instructions.  Included with each hood is a complete user’s information guide.
• Meets or Exceeds Industry Standards