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CarbonX®; Breaking the Barrier in Fire Safety Standards

Flame retardancy is commonly measured by the LOI, the amount of oxygen needed in the atmosphere to support combustion. Fibers / fabrics with an LOI greater than 25 are said to be flame retardant, meaning there must be at least 25% oxygen present for the fabric to burn. Obviously, the higher the LOI, the more fire retardant the fabric is (see attached schedule A). The LOI rating for the majority of the FR fabrics on the market is usually determined by adding a flame retardant finish to the fiber or fabric, thus resulting in deterioration after continued UV exposure and normal laundry care. CarbonX®, on the other hand, is also a manmade fiber but is never treated with any additives or chemicals. UV exposure, laundry and chemicals will never effect the performance properties.
CarbonX® has the highest LOI rating of any FR fabric available.

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