Portwest FR405 WX3 Black Arc Flash Flame Retardant Bib and Brace

With an innovative design focused on safety and comfort, the Portwest FR405 WX3 Black Arc Flash Flame Retardant Bib and Brace provides protection against heat, flames, and arc flash whilst also being stretchy to allow for freedom of movement. Nine pockets have also been stitched onto this durable garment allowing for plenty of storage opportunities for personal belongings and essentials whilst on site.

Safety, Comfort, and Convenience

The Portwest FR405 Bib and Brace Overalls have several helpful features to ensure the safety and comfort of workers whilst working in hazardous work environments:

• Thermal Hazard Protection: Defence against arc flashes, molten metal splashes and radiant, convective and contact heat
• High-Vis Stripes: FR reflective stripes on the legs increase visibility in low light conditions
• Comfort and Mobility: Innovative stretch panelling in key movement areas provide comfort and flexibility
• Functional: 9 pockets provide ample storage for personal belongings

What Industries or Professions are Portwest Flame Retardant Bib and Brace Overalls For?

The Portwest FR405 Bib and Brace will effectively shield you from industrial hazards such as arc flashes, and contact, convective and radiant heat. The bib and brace overalls are also well suited to poorly lighted environments due to their bands of reflective tape. A short list of some of the professions and settings for which the bib and brace overalls are appropriate protective wear follow here:

• Mechanics
• Factory workers
• Maintenance engineers
• Welders
• Engineers
• Plant operators
• Petrochemical refineries
• Sheet metal workers
• Assembly
• Electricians
• Construction workers

Which Size Is Right for Me?

To establish the correct size for you please measure the circumference of your waist as illustrated in the diagram. Then, with reference to the table below select the right option from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.

Please Note: The Portwest FR405 Bib and Brace Overalls have adjustable hems at the legs to accommodate all leg lengths.

What Certifications Have the Portwest FR405 Navy Bib and Brace Overalls Received?

The Portwest FR405 Bib and Brace Overalls have undergone thorough testing, so that you can be certain of your safety at work. Certifications include:

• EN 11612:
  • A1: Limited flame spread
  • A2: Limited flame spread, hemmed
  • B1: Convective heat (scale 1 - 3)
  • C1: Radiant heat (scale 1 - 4)
  • F1: Contact heat (scale 1 - 3)
• EN ISO 11611:
  • Class 1
  • A1
  • A2
• EN 1149:
  • 5: Protects against electrostatic discharge in case of an explosion
• IEC 61482-2 IEC 61482-1-1 Elim 6.4 CAL/CM²
• IEC 61482-2 IEC 61482-1-2 APC 1
• EN 13034 Type PB [6]
• ASTM F1959/ F1959M - 12 ATPV = 8.4CAL/cm² (HAF = 75.8%)

What Do These Certifications Mean?

• EN 11612: This standard determines whether a garment offers protection against heat and flames, and whether this protection extends to convective, radiant or contact heat
• EN 11611: This standard shows whether an item of clothing is suitable for welding or similar tasks and will protect the wearer from heat and metal splashes
• EN 1149-5 This standard demonstrates whether a garment protects against electrostatic discharge in environments such as petrochemical refineries where there is a risk of explosion
• IEC 61482-2: This is the overall standard covering protective clothing against thermal arc hazards and electric arc
• ASTM F1959: This standard determines the arc rating of a garment, which is the amount of energy needed to pass through the fabric to cause a second or third degree burn

The Portwest FR405 bib and brace overalls have an ARC rating of 2, and will attenuate 75.8% of the heat resulting from an electric arc. Welding hazards have also been tested for, and the garment is certified as providing class 1 protection from such dangers. The bib and brace will also shield you from radiant, convective and contact heat.

Is Further Information Available on These Certifications?

If you would like to find out more about the standards mentioned here please read one of our blogs on the subject:

• Flame Resistant Standards: What Do I Need to Know?
• Anti-Static Workwear: What Do I Need to Know?

What Are the Key Features of the Portwest FR405 Bib and Brace?

• 100% metal free bib and brace overalls protect against heat, flames, static, and arc flash
• Inherent flame resistant qualities will not diminish after washing
• Heat applied reflective tape for added visibility in low light conditions
• Stretchy and breathable fabric for comfort and ease of movement whilst on the job
• Includes stretch crotch gusset for max flexibility and to reduce stress
• Generous 9 pockets provide storage opportunities for personal belongings
• Includes easy access cargo pocket and rule pocket
• Two tier knee pad pockets allow for two positioning options
• Side elastic waist ensures ultimate wearer comfort
• Adjustable hem accommodates all leg lengths to suit a variety of heights
• UV protection fabric blocks 98% UV rays
• UKCA marked
• CE-CAT III

How Should I Care for this Portwest Workwear Garment?

• Wash at temperatures of 60°C or below
• Do not bleach
• Tumble dry as normal
• Iron max 150°C
• Do not dry clean

Technical Specifications

Materials:

• Shell Fabric: Modaflame: 60% Modacrylic, 39% Cotton, 1% Carbon Fibre 280g
• Contrast Fabric: Modaflame Stretch: 60% Modacrylic, 35% Cotton, 4% Elastane, 1% Carbon Fibre

Documentation

• Click here to view the declaration of conformity statement for this product

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually displayed at the top of the page before adding the product to your basket. For products marked "In Stock Now", these will normally be dispatched either on the same day (if placed before 14:00 on a working day) or the next working day.

Please contact our Customer Care Team on 020 7501 0598 for an up-to-the-minute delivery expectation for this product.

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.