Zwischen Nomex und Kevlar gibts scheinbar doch größere Unterschiede:
KEVLAR® by DuPont™: Aromic polyamide fibers, consisting of synthetic polyamides, commonly woven into fabric for cut and heat resistant gloves, aprons, etc.
KEVLAR® provides protection against cuts without diminishing manual dexterity or flexibility. It is 4 times more cut resistant than leather, almost 2 times more cut resistant than equal weight cotton and 40% more cut resistant than NOMEX®. The cut resistant properties of KEVLAR® will not diminish or wear out, even after repeated laundering.
KEVLAR® has outstanding high-temperature resistance and low thermal conductivity. It will not burn, melt, or support combustion. It will not decompose until exposed to temperatures exceeding 800°-900°F.
For more information, please visit DuPont’s KEVLAR® website at
www.dupont.com/kevlar.
NOMEX® by DuPont™: This is an extraordinary fiber with a combination of high-performance heat and flame resistant properties and moderate cut resistance.
NOMEX® has outstanding high-temperature resistance and low thermal conductivity. It will not burn, melt, or support combustion. It will not decompose until exposed to temperatures exceeding 800°-900°F. When exposed to intense heat, the fibers carbonize and thicken, increasing the protective barrier between the skin and heat source to minimize burn injury. This protective barrier stays supple and flexible until it cools, giving the wearer valuable extra seconds of protection to escape.
While KEVLAR® is about 40% more cut resistant, NOMEX® is more cut resistant than leather and equal weight cotton.
NOMEX® is more commonly used in heat/flame resistant garments than KEVLAR® because of its superior textile characteristics. NOMEX® garments are more comfortable to wear than those made of Kevlar® or other heat/flame resistant fabrics and have superior feel and dexterity.
For more information please visit DuPont’s NOMEX® website at
www.dupont.com/nomex.