Sample cut horizontally, normal testing cannot be done. Woof: 8.6
Dry Particle Filtration Efficiency
ASTM F 2299
No Particle Penetration
Wet Particle Filtration Efficiency
ASTM F 2299
No Particle Penetration
Anti-Static; Surface Resistivity
BS EN 1149-1:2006
1.2 x 10⁹ Ω
Air Permeability (cfm)
ASTM D737
<0.55
Burst Strength (lbs)
ASTM D3787
20
Tensile Strength (lbs) Machine Direction
ASTM D5034
23.2
Tensile Strength (lbs) Cross Direction
ASTM D5034
18.1
Tensile Strength (lbs) Trapezoidal - Machine Direction
ASTM D1117
9.76
Tensile Strength (lbs) Trapezoidal - Cross Direction
ASTM D1117
4.97
Chemical permeation resistance
Agent
Test method
Penetration
Repellency
Bleach 5%
ASTM T903
Pass
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Hydraulic Jack Oil
ASTM T903
Pass
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Isocyanate Based Paint Hardener
ASTM T903
Pass
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Motor Oil
ASTM T903
Pass
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Sodium hydroxide
ASTM T903
Pass
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Mineral Oil
ASTM T903
Pass
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Blood
ASTM F1670-07
Pass
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Where gowning procedure calls for a frock, the 8048 delivers MicroGuard MP microporous barrier in a longer, pocketless cut — built for food processing lines, pharmaceutical gowning rooms, and medical device assembly. Individual packaging keeps gowning stations stocked and cuts cross-contamination between garments.
The fabric is rated as a barrier to blood and light liquid splash, a real step up from spunbond frocks in wet or messy processes.
Why crews pick it
Breathable microporous fabric stays comfortable over uniforms through a full production shift
Low-lint, tear-resistant laminate keeps controlled areas cleaner than economy spunbond
Elastic cuffs and snap front make gowning fast and repeatable between line clearances
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