Meta-aramid’s inherently flame and high-temperature-resistant properties are where this fabric’s performance shines. It has excellent chemical resistance to hydrocarbons and organic solvents and continues to function under stress over short periods without losing strength. It’s soft yet has the same strength as nylon and polyester at room temperature, making it easy to work with during manufacture. These performance properties have made meta-aramid a critical component in protective clothing.

Today, more than three million firefighters worldwide are protected by turnout gear, station wear, and accessories made of Nomex® for its unique combination of flame protection, durability, and mobility. Meta-aramids protect people from the heat of flash fires and electric arcs and withstands molten metal splatter in welding applications.

Meta-aramid is a non-conductive technical textile providing superior protection in electrical applications. Motors, generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment manufacturers have counted on this fabric as the standard for electrical insulation.

It’s also a popular fabric choice for industrial air filtration baghouses, where high temperatures are present. Although rated moderate for resisting acids and alkalis, meta-aramid has a reduced filter life when gasses containing sulfur dioxide or trioxide are filtered. Its resistance to acids is better than nylon but not as good as polyester, except where high temperatures are present. Albarrie recommends a maximum continuous operating temperature of up to 400°F (204°C). Although, it can still handle a surge up to 430°F (221 °C) without degradation. Industries from asphalt and cement plants to chemical and steel use filter media made of meta-aramid fibers.

Albarrie uses only 100% virgin fibers.

Albarrie inspects and tests each order as part of our Quality Assurance program, providing datasheets for weight, thickness, permeability, Mullen burst, and tensile strength according to ASTM standards.