CATU AFG-4000 Multi-Risk Arc Flash Jacket

Key Specifications

• Protection Class: APC 2
• Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV): 25–40 cal/cm²
• Standards Met:
  • IEC 61482-2
  • ISO 11612 (A, B1, C2, F2)
  • ISO 11611 Class 2
  • EN 1149-5
  • NFPA 70E - ASTM F1959
• Material Composition: 70% Kermel®, 29% Viscose FR, 1% Antistatic (425 g/m²)
• Design Features:
  • High collar and adjustable cuffs for enhanced protection
  • Elasticated waist for a comfortable fit
  • Red anti-panic zip for quick removal in emergencies
  • Multiple pockets, including a chest band
  • Standard pictograms clearly visible on the left sleeve
• Available Sizes: XS to 5XL

To achieve comprehensive protection, it's advisable to pair the AFG-4300 jacket with the following accessories:

Hood: AFG-HOOD-4

• Designed to provide head and face protection against arc flash hazards.
• Features an integrated face shield and balaclava for full coverage.

Trousers: AFG-4001

• Offers lower body protection with an ATPV rating of 40 cal/cm².
• Designed to match the jacket's protective capabilities.

Combining these components ensures a unified protective ensemble, enhancing safety during high-risk electrical operations.

Compliance Standards Explained

IEC 61482-2 – Arc Flash Protection

• APC 2 (Arc Protection Class 2): Offers protection against arc flash exposures up to 7 kA using the box test method—higher than APC 1.
• ATPV 25–40 cal/cm²: Arc Thermal Performance Value—provides Category 3 or 4 protection under NFPA 70E. Suitable for high-energy environments.

ISO 11612 – Protection Against Heat & Flame

• A: Limited flame spread
• B1: Convective heat resistance
• C2: Radiant heat resistance (C2 offers better protection than C1)
• F2: Contact heat resistance (F2 indicates enhanced protection)
  
  

ISO 11611 – Welding & Related Processes

• Class 2: Offers a higher level of protection than Class 1, suitable for more hazardous welding conditions involving higher levels of heat, spatter, and molten metal.

EN 1149-5 – Antistatic Properties

• Ensures dissipation of electrostatic charges, preventing spark discharge in explosive atmospheres.

NFPA 70E – U.S. Electrical Safety Standard

• Defines arc flash PPE categories. With an ATPV rating between 25–40 cal/cm², this jacket qualifies for PPE Category 3 or 4, appropriate for high-risk electrical work.
  
  

ASTM F1959 – Arc Flash Test Method

• Specifies the method for determining the ATPV or EBT (energy breakopen threshold) of protective fabrics.