Fire Resistance | Structural fires requiring high flame resistance | Industry: NFPA 1971 compliant (flame resistance up to 260°C) Base: 280°C (▲10% improvement) Advanced: 300°C (▲15% beyond standard) | Base exceeds standard by 20°C; Advanced provides 40°C extra for extreme conditions | Advanced may add weight, slightly reducing mobility |
Thermal Insulation | High-temperature environments (e.g., wildfires) | Industry: ASTM F1494 (insulation up to 250°C for 5 minutes) Base: 280°C (▲12% improvement) Advanced: 300°C (▲20% beyond standard) | Advanced maintains integrity longer in prolonged heat exposure | Base insufficient for extended use beyond 5 minutes |
Waterproofing | Flood/wet firefighting operations | Industry: ASTM D3782 (water resistance up to 1 hour) Base: 2 hours (▲100% improvement) Advanced: 3 hours (▲200% beyond standard) | Extended protection in heavy rain or waterlogged areas | Advanced's thicker material may reduce flexibility |
Breathability | Prolonged use in hot environments | Industry: ASTM F1868 (moisture vapor transmission rate ≥ 500 g/m²/24h) Base: 600 g (▲20%) Advanced: 700 g (▲40%) | Reduces sweat buildup; Advanced improves comfort in hot climates | Base still limits breathability compared to advanced |
Abrasion Resistance | Rough terrain or urban environments | Industry: ASTM D3389 (500 cycles without failure) Base: 800 cycles (▲60%) Advanced: 1000 cycles (▲100%) | Advanced resists tears better during prolonged use | Advanced may be stiffer, reducing mobility |
Visibility | Low-light firefighting (e.g., night ops) | Industry: ASTM F1987 (reflective visibility up to 1000ft) Base: 1200ft (▲20%) Advanced: 1500ft (▲50% beyond standard) | Advanced ensures visibility up to 1500ft for safer team coordination | Reflective strips on Advanced require more frequent cleaning |