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Product Details

• Available Options
• Finished Dimensions
• Specifications
• Additional Equipment Needed

Available Options

Finished Dimensions

Specifications

1. The garment shall be constructed of DuPont™ Tychem® 6000 FR -- a patented fabric made with a multi-layer composite barrier film laminated to a DuPont™ Nomex® substrate.
2. The garment shall be orange in color.
3. The garment shall have a Nomex® waist strap and a FR Nylon buckle.
4. The garment shall be sewn with Nomex® thread.
5. The garment shall be a sleeved apron design.
6. The garment shall be a sleeveless apron design.
7. The garment shall have taped seams.
8. The tape used to cover the seams shall be a film composite with equal to or greater chemical resistance than the base fabric.

Additional Equipment Needed

• Wear other appropriate PPE such as, but not limited to, respiratory, eye, head, hand, and foot protection based on the hazard assessment.
• This garment only provides partial body coverage. It may be worn in combination with other chemical resistant PPE as required based on the hazard assessment.
• For flash fire and electric arc hazards, partial body protective Tychem® 6000 FR garments must be used in conjunction with primary flame resistant clothing that is rated for the fire/arc hazard.
• Please read, understand and follow the Tychem® User Manual.

Fabric Data

• Physical Properties
• Chemical Resistance Data
• Special Warnings

Physical Properties - Typical Values

Tychem® 6000 FR - Fabric Data

Property	Test Method	Result
Thickness	ASTM D1117	34 mils
Basis Weight	ASTM D3776	8.2 oz/yd2
Burst Strength - Ball	ASTM D751	167 lbf
Tear Resistance - Trap Tear (MD)	ASTM D5733	25 lbf
Tear Resistance - Trap Tear (CD)	ASTM D5733	32 lbf
Breaking Strength - Grab (MD)	ASTM D751	155 lbf
Breaking Strength - Grab (CD)	ASTM D751	170 lbf
Wearing Apparel Flammability	16 CFR 1610	Class 1

Chemical Resistance Data

Testing Details  DuPont Permeation Guide

Special Warnings

1. *CAUTION: This information is based upon technical data that DuPont believes to be reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and experience are gained. DuPont makes no guarantee of results and assumes no obligation or liability in connection with this information. It is the user's responsibility to determine the level of toxicity and the proper personal protective equipment needed. The information set forth herein reflects laboratory performance of fabrics, not complete garments, under controlled conditions. It is intended for informational use by persons having technical skill for evaluation under their specific end-use conditions, at their own discretion and risk. Anyone intending to use this information should first verify that the garment selected is suitable for the intended use. In many cases, seams and closures have shorter breakthrough times and higher permeation rates than the fabric. Please contact DuPont for specific data. If fabric becomes torn, abraded or punctured, or if seams or closures fail, or if attached gloves, visors, etc. are damaged, end user should discontinue use of garment to avoid potential exposure to chemical. Since conditions of use are outside our control, we make no warranties, express or implied, including, without limitation, no warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use and assume no liability in connection with any use of this information. This information is not intended as a license to operate under or a recommendation to infringe any patent or technical information of DuPont or others covering any material or its use.
   
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Product Accessories

Product Literature and Videos

Protective Garments Catalog (pdf)	Protective Garments Catalog - Downloadable (MAC)	Protective Garments Catalog - Downloadable (PC)
Interactive Protective Garments Catalog	Tychem® 6000 FR Product Overview	Tychem® User Manual for Non-Encapsulated Garments
DuPont Permeation Guide	Part Number Guide	Hazard Matrix
How Chemical Mixtures and Temperature Affect Permeation	3M Cross Over Guide	Kappler Cross Over Guide
Kimberly-Clark Cross Over Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments flame resistant or flame retardant (FR)?
2. What other PPE should I wear with Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
3. Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments anti-static or static dissipative?
4. What is the ambient working temperature range for Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
5. How should Tychem® 6000 FR garments be stored?
6. Is it possible to wash and re-use Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
7. What determines if the garment is contaminated?
8. What is the shelf life of Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
9. In what ways can I dispose of Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
10. In what ways can I manage or prevent heat stress?
11. Where can I find a MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for Tychem® 6000 FR garments?
12. Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments latex free?
13. Do Tychem® 6000 FR garments meet ANSI/ISEA 101 sizing standards?
14. What are the donning and doffing instructions for Tychem® 6000 FR coveralls?

1.Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments flame resistant or flame retardant (FR)?

Yes, Tychem® 6000 FR garments are flame resistant. They are designed and tested to help reduce injury during escape from a flash fire and to provide some protection from electric arcs.

Do not knowingly enter an environment in which the concentration of flammable gas is within flammable or explosive limits when wearing Tychem® 6000 FR garments. Retreat immediately if you encounter such an environment.

Tychem® 6000 FR garments are not intended for fire fighting activities, nor for protection from hot liquids, steam, molten metals, welding, or thermal radiation.
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2.What other PPE should I wear with Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

Wear other appropriate PPE such as, but not limited to, respiratory, eye, head, hand, and foot protection based on the hazard assessment with Tychem® 6000 FR garments. For flash fire and electric arc hazards, partial body protective Tychem® 6000 FR garments must be used in conjunction with primary flame resistant clothing that is rated for the fire/arc hazard.
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3.Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments anti-static or static dissipative?

The substrate fabric used to make Tychem® 6000 FR garments incorporates a permanent anti-static fiber to minimize static build up and reduce nuisance garment cling.

Under certain conditions, such as cold and dry weather, it is possible that garments might build and discharge static electricity. Discharges are not normally dangerous except in situations where the generation of an electrical spark could ignite a flammable atmosphere or startle the wearer. When operating around flammable chemicals, take steps to eliminate potential static discharges. In these situations, suggested steps include, but not limited to, water spray, the use of an overcover, raising humidity level of the work area, use of a commercial, anti-static application coating, grounding straps on equipment and personnel, inherently static-dissipating under- and over-garments, and testing of the worker's static dissipation before entry into the classified area.

However, in the case of explosive or flammable atmospheres, even if steps are taken to manage static formation and dissipate static charge, the risk of severe injury remains if an uncontrolled or accidental ignition occurs. Do not knowingly enter an environment in which the concentration of flammable gas is within flammable or explosive limits while wearing a Tychem® 6000 FR garment.
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4.What is the ambient working temperature range for Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

Tychem® garments can be worn in ambient temperatures of -13°F (-25°C) to 190°F (88°C).
In colder environments, Tychem® garments can become stiff. If cold enough, the fabric may even become brittle. Please be aware that the heat stress of the wearer becomes a greater concern in higher ambient temperatures. At higher temperatures, chemical hazards can become more aggressive. Breakthrough times and permeation rates may change at higher temperatures. The published permeation data per ASTM F739 is performed at ambient temperatures (approximately 72-81° F ; 22-27° C).

Caution: Tychem® fabrics offer little or no thermal insulation to protect the wearer's skin from prolonged exposure to hot or cold.
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5.How should Tychem® 6000 FR garments be stored?

Store Tychem® 6000 FR garments in a cool, dark, dry location free of dirt and insects. Sunlight, ozone, high temperatures (>120° F ; 49° C), vehicle exhaust fumes, compression under heavy weights and sharp edges or projections are some conditions known to degrade the materials in these garments.

Store Tychem® 6000 FR garments in boxes, in bags or on hangers. Never step on protective garments. Never place or store heavy objects on top of protective garments.
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6.Is it possible to wash and re-use Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

DuPont does not recommend washing contaminated Tychem® 6000 FR garments for re-use. These garments are designed for limited-use. They can be worn until damaged, altered or contaminated. However, if the garments have not been contaminated, they can be cleaned for hygienic purposes and re-used. Please refer to the section on Decontamination and Cleaning in the Tychem® User Manual - Non-Encapsulated for more information.
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7.What determines if the garment is contaminated?

The decision on whether or not a garment has been contaminated is made by local managers responsible for PPE based on an analysis of the incident in which the garment was used. This analysis may include exposure time, chemicals involved, level of exposure, proximity to the actual release, tasks performed, and environmental monitoring in the area in which the garment was worn.

Garments that are damaged, altered, or show signs of contamination, such as discoloration, odor, stiffening or cracks, should not be used.
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8.What is the shelf life of Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

Tychem® garments may be used for at least 5 years after receipt by the end user as long as all of the following conditions are met:

1. The garment has been stored properly (view storage conditions)
2. The garment has not been damaged, altered or contaminated
3. The garment passes a full visual inspection (view garment inspection instructions)

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9.In what ways can I dispose of Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

If not contaminated, Tychem® 6000 FR garments may be landfilled or incinerated in accordance with local regulations. Uncontaminated chemical protective garments may be incinerated in a facility that is capable of handling mixtures containing plastics. Likewise, an uncontaminated chemical protective garment may be buried in a facility that accepts plastic materials. Tychem® 6000 FR garments may contain several different materials; they are not suitable for recycling.

Contaminated garments that cannot be handled safely without protective equipment must be disposed of with other hazardous wastes, either through incineration or landfill per local regulations.

Before discarding, cut off a sleeve or a leg so the garments cannot be worn again as protective clothing.
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10.In what ways can I manage or prevent heat stress?

Chemical protective clothing can interfere with the natural regulation of body temperature. This can lead to a rise in core body temperature and heat stress. Implementing a conservative work/rest schedule or using a cooling system like the DuPont™ Cool-Guard® vest may be effective in reducing heat stress. (Note: Do not wear cooling vests in potentially flammable or explosive environments.)

Be aware of the symptoms and treatment of heat stress. If you or your co-workers have symptoms of heat stress such as nausea, dizziness, high heart rates, or excessive heat build-up, leave the work area immediately and remove the ensemble as quickly as possible after decontamination and seek professional care.

The maximum length of time the chemical protective clothing can be worn depends on variables such as the air supply, ambient conditions, climate inside the ensemble, physical and psychological conditions of the wearer, work rate and work load. The TLV® pocket guide from the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH, Cincinnati) provides corrected heat stress limits for some garments. Similar information is available on the federal OSHA web site (www.OSHA.gov). The WBGT correction factor for chemical protective garments is at least 10°C or higher for chemical garments made of impervious films (such as Tychem® garments) and covering the entire body (hooded coverall or encapsulating designs). For Tyvek® coveralls, the WBGT correction factor is 2°C with a hood and 1°C without a hood.
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11.Where can I find a MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for Tychem® 6000 FR garments?

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are written in accordance with applicable federal regulations, 29 CFR 1910.1200, to communicate health and safety data on usage and handling of hazardous chemicals. Under this regulation, DuPont™ Tyvek® 400, Tyvek® 400 D, Tyvek® 500, Tyvek® 600, Tyvek® 400 FC, ProShield®, ProShield® 70 , ProShield® 50 , ProShield® 10, ProShield® 60, ProShield® 6 SFR and Tychem®, materials and garments are defined as articles, not chemicals, and the MSDS and labeling requirements in that standard do not apply.
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12.Are Tychem® 6000 FR garments latex free?

With the exception of models TF 611T, QS 127T and QC 125T with option code DC, as of January 1, 2006, all DuPont™ Tychem® garments that are manufactured by DuPont and sold in the United States are manufactured under specifications that exclude components containing natural rubber latex or are manufactured in such a way that any natural rubber latex will not come in contact with the wearer during normal handling and use.
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13.Do Tychem® 6000 FR garments meet ANSI/ISEA 101 sizing standards?

Yes. DuPont Tychem® 6000 FR coveralls either meet or exceed ANSI/ISEA 101 sizing standards. For specific sizing dimensions on a particular DuPont garment, please view the Product Details tab for that garment.
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14.What are the donning and doffing instructions for Tychem® 6000 FR coveralls?

Please refer to the Section on Donning and Doffing Non-Encapsulating Garments in the Tychem® User Manual - Non-Encapsulated.
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