Tyvek Lab Coat, Collar, 2 Pockets, White Tyvek garments are composed of flash spun high density polyethylene which creates a unique, nonwoven material available only from DuPont. Tyvek provides an ideal balance of protection, durability and comfort of any limited use fabric technology.
What are disposable lab coats made of?
Lab coats must be made of 100% cotton or flame resistant material in labs where open flames are used (such as alcohol burners). Labs that store large quantities (>10gallons) of flammable liquids outside a flammable storage cabinet must use lab coats made of 100% Cotton treated with flame retardant material.
What does Tyvek 400 protect against?
Tyvek® 400 fabric offers an inherent barrier against particles (down to 1.0 micron in size). Protection is built into the fabric itself; there are no films or laminates to abrade or wear away.
Are lab coats disposable?
Disposable, yet strong enough to withstand several wearings. Offers a barrier against non-hazardous particles and liquid splashes. The 3M Disposable Protective Lab Coat is anti-static treated and can be used in light duty applications. Use for hygiene applications.
Are Tyvek 400 suits reusable?
DuPont does not recommend washing Tyvek® 400 garments for re-use. These garments are designed for limited-use. They can be worn until damaged, altered or contaminated.
How protective are lab coats?
When properly used, lab coats: Provide protection of skin and personal clothing from incidental contact and small splashes. Prevent the spread of contamination outside the lab (provided they are not worn outside the lab).
What fabrics are acceptable for lab coats?
Lab coats made of polyester-cotton blends (no less than 35% cotton) are acceptable in labs where no open flames are present. Lab coats must be made of 100% cotton or flame resistant material in labs where open flames are used (such as alcohol burners).