Technical Data Sheets Welding and Flame Cutting Protection Fabrics To meet the many safety requirements when carrying out welding and metal cutting operations, a range of fabrics has been created which satisfy most demands. The following fabrics are recommended depending upon the level of protection required. Light Duty For protection against sparks and when carrying out light welding work. Quality Brand Weight (g/m²) Thickness (mm) Y0533/249 Tyglas 430 0.40 Y0458/241F Tyglas 630 0.60 Y0325/249 Tyglas 820 0.80 Y0325/503 Tygashield 900 0.82 Medium Duty To protect against general weld splatter and for screening use. Quality Brand Weight (g/m²) Thickness (mm) Y0402/398 Tyglas1000C 700 1.10 Y0402/033 Tyglas1000C 840 1.10 Y0398/398 Tyglas1000C 1100 1.50 Y0551/480 Tygasil 620 0.70 Y0398/051 Tyglas 1100 1.50 * 503 finish has a low halogen content and is an effective suppressant of loose surface fibres. Heavy Duty: For heavy duty use the following fabrics are recommended. Quality Brand Weight (g/m²) Thickness (mm) Y0539/480 Tygasil 1250 1.40 Y0539/028 Tygasil 1290 1.50 Y0400/398 Tyglas1000C 2100 2.60 Fabrics are supplied in nominal 50 metre roll lengths and in a width of 1000mm, with the exception of Tygasil fabrics with a standard width of 910mm. All fabrics can be supplied in a variety of widths, subject to a minimum order requirement. Fabrics can be supplied in the form of made up blankets/screens. Quotations on request. Fabrics can be supplied with an elastomeric coating (e.g. neoprene or silicone rubber) or with FEF proprietary coatings 031 (Tyglas VC) or R035 (Tyglas FB). 051 is a graphite based finish 028 is an abrasion resistant finish for Tygasil Y0539 033 combines the Tyglas 1000C (398) and the aluminised (031) Tyglas VC finishes. Fabrics Contain no Asbestos or Respirable Fibres Back