NOMEX®

 
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Nomex®* is a heat and flame resistant sewing thread that does not melt and only chars at temperatures of 675° Fahrenheit or greater. Due to this, Nomex® is an excellent choice for PPE applications and various safety garments.

*Kevlar®, Nomex® and Teflon® are registered trademarks of Dupont Co.

NOMEX®* SPECIFICATION SHEET

MIL SPEC AA50195C

Decomposition: Begins to decompose at 700° Fahrenheit. Melting Point: Does not melt. Effects of Acids & Alkalis: Unaffected by most acids, except some strength loss after long exposure to Hydrochloric, Nitric, and Sulphuric acids. Generally good resistance to alkalis. Effects of Mildew, Aging, Sunlight & Abrasion: Excellent resistance to mildew and aging. Prolonged exposure to sunlight causes some strength loss. Good abrasion resistance.

Decomposition: Begins to decompose at 700° Fahrenheit.
Melting Point: Does not melt.
Effects of Acids & Alkalis: Unaffected by most acids, except some strength loss after long exposure to Hydrochloric, Nitric, and Sulphuric acids. Generally good resistance to alkalis.
Effects of Mildew, Aging, Sunlight & Abrasion: Excellent resistance to mildew and aging. Prolonged exposure to sunlight causes some strength loss. Good abrasion resistance.

SPUN NOMEX®* SPECIFICATION SHEET

MIL SPEC A-A-552117A

 
Decomposition:  Begins to decompose at about 700 degrees Fahrenheit. Melting Point:  Does not melt. Effects of Acids & Alkalis:  Unaffected by most acids, except some strength loss after long exposure to h…

Decomposition:  Begins to decompose at about 700 degrees Fahrenheit.
Melting Point:  Does not melt.
Effects of Acids & Alkalis:  Unaffected by most acids, except some strength loss after long exposure to hydrochloric, Sulphuric, and nitric acids. Generally good resistance to alkalis.
Effects of Mildew, Aging, Sunlight & Abrasion:  Excellent resistance to mildew and aging. Prolonged exposure to sunlight causes some strength loss. Good abrasion resistance.