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MATERIAL PROPERTIES
	TYVEK	TYVEK QC	SARANEX 23P	TYCHEM 9400
Basis Weight (ASTM D3776-85; oz./yd.)	1.2	2.1	3.1	5.3

Thickness (ASTM D1777; mils)	5.3	6	7.1	21

Strip Tensile (ASTM D1682; MD lbs./in./CD lbs.)	7.9/7.6

Work to Break (ASTM D1682; MD in.-lbs./CD in.-lbs.)	2.4/2.1

Tongue Tear (ASTM D2261; MD lbs./in./CD lbs./in.)	2.2/2/4

Breaking Strength--Grab (ASTM D1682-64, Sec. 5.3; MD lbs./CD lbs.)		25/35	43/45	99/95

Mullen Burst (ASTM D3786-87; psi)		66	65	190

Tearing Strength--Trapezoid (ASTM D1117-80; MD lbs./CD lbs.)		7//5	11//10	25/24

Flammability (CS-191-53; Section 1610)	Class 1	Class 1	Class 1	Class 1

Shelf Life (Years)	5	10	4	10
	SARANEX 23P	SARANEX 23P	SARANEX 23P	SARANEX 23P

WHICH GARMENTS SUIT YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT?
TYPE	MATERIAL	USAGE	FEATURES
Dry Particulate	Tyvek	Limited	Excellent barrier to many harmful dry particulates including asbestos, lead dust, glass-reinforced fibers and radioactive dusts.
	Polypropylene	Limited	Greater breathability than Tyvek, but not the same protection. Use for non-hazardous, low-linting applications; i.e. non-toxic spraying.

Chemical Protective	Polycoated Tyvek QC	Limited	Tyvek which has been "quality coated" with 1.25 mils polyethylene. Offers splash protection against many inorganic acids, bases and other liquid chemicals.
	Tyvek/Saranex 23-P	Limited	A laminate of Tyvek and Saranex 23-P film. Offers an effective barrier against a broader range of chemicals than polycoated Tyvek.
	Tychem 9400	Limited	Excellent chemical resistance against a broad range of chemicals. Strong and durable, and offers the low cost, convenience and safety of a limited-use fabric. Used in Hlm- Mat, industrial & other chemical applications.
	Hycar	Reusable	Nitrile rubber offers excellent chemical resistance and maximum wear.
	Vinyl	Reusable	Withstands fats, grease & cold; comfortable.

Cut & Abrasion	Denim	Reusable	Abrasion resistant.
	Hycar	Reusable	Nitirle rubber; excellent wear.
	KEVLAR^® (knit & weave)	Reusable	Excellent cut resistance.

General Purpose	Denim & Cotton	Reusable	Multi-purpose use.
	Poly Cotton	Reusable	Multi-purpose use.
	Leather	Reusable	Multi-purpose use.

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