🧵 Material & Construction
- Made of flash-spun high-density polyethylene (HDPE), a nonwoven material unique to DuPont.
- Lightweight (approx. <180 g per garment) yet robust and durable .
- Features stitched external (serged) seams, often coupled with a Tyvek auto-lock zipper and storm flap, enhancing resistance to light liquid sprays.
🛡 Protective Performance
- Certified Category III, Type 5-B & 6-B under Regulation (EU) 2016/425:
- Type 5: protection against hazardous airborne particles, down to 1 µm.
- Type 6: protection against limited splash and light liquid aerosols .
- Additional certifications:
- EN 14126: barrier to infective agents (including synthetic blood).
- EN 1073‑2: protection against radioactive contamination.
- EN 1149‑5: antistatic treatment on both sides .
- Offers excellent barrier against fine particles/fibers (down to 1 μm), ultra-low linting, repels water-based liquids/aerosols, and is permeable to air and water vapor—striking a balance between protection and breathability .
👷 Comfortable, Ergonomic Design
- 3‑piece hood ensures a snug fit to both head and face.
- Elasticated face opening, wrists, ankles, and glued-in waist secure the fit and help minimize inward leakage .
- Ample crotch area enhances movement freedom; large zipper puller is easy to grip, even with gloves .
✅ Typical Applications
Ideal for use in:
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing and cleanroom environments (GMP Class C/D, ISO 6–9).
- Chemical processing, oil & gas operations.
- Automatic spray painting, general industrial maintenance.
- Situations involving biological hazards or low-level radioactive contaminants.
🔍 Key Specs Overview
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Flash-spun HDPE (Tyvek 500) |
| Weight | <180 g per suit |
| Seams | External serged |
| Certifications | Type 5-B & 6-B, EN 1073‑2, EN 14126, EN 1149‑5, CE |
| Sizes | XL,2XL,3XL |
⚠️ Safety Considerations
- Not flame-resistant: Tyvek will ignite and burn; avoid high heat/spark environments .
- Ensure compatibility with other PPE (e.g., respirators, gloves, footwear).
- For ultra cleanroom or sterile environments, consider Tyvek IsoClean® variants for minimized particle shedding .
📝 Summary
The Tyvek 500 Xpert is a single-use, light yet durable protective coverall offering strong particulate and light liquid aerosol protection, with excellent breathability and ergonomic comfort. It’s extensively certified and suited for a wide range of industrial, pharmaceutical, and maintenance applications—just avoid use near flame or arc sources.
