M a x i m u m W a t e r p r o o f P e r f o r m a n c e
This exclusive range not only offers outstanding value for money, but a guarantee that it will keep you warm and dry in all conditions. The welded seams guarantee rain and wind ar locked out and the durable stretchy fabric can easily be wiped clean, allowing the garments to look good and last for longer.
SEALTEX FABRIC TESTING Portwest conducts extensive testing on the Sealtex range to ensure it meets and exceeds EN343 waterproof standard. They use SATRA test house to perform hydrolysis and hydrostatic test on Sealtex fabric. The material is hydrolysed at a temperature of 120 degrees for 7.5 hours. It is then flexed 100,000 times according to SATRA TM25:1992 and reviewed for cracking in fabric. No cracking indicates a high performance fabric. Sealtex fabric consistantly achieves top results in this test. Hydrostatic testing indicates resistance to water penetration. SATRA's recommendation are waterproof garments should exceed a level of 300cm. Portwest Sealtex achieves 500+ The hydro static test is conducted with a rate of increase of water pressure equal to 60cm/minute at room temperature. FABRIC: High Technology PU Coating on a flexible tricot knit. 100% Polyester. Total weight 200g