Drotex® 100% meta-aramid sewing threads offers outstanding resistance against heat up to flame temperatures of 371°C. Fire retardant protective garments require the highest level of security and durability to protect fire fighters, industrial workers and military combat personnel.

Drotex® fire retardant sewing thread is made from 100% spun meta-aramid fibre using a vertically integrated aramid manufacturing system, and is uniquely engineered to provide exceptional flame, heat and electric arc resistance.

Drotex® spun meta-aramid sewing thread is used in a variety of protective wear applications such as fire fighters clothing, work wear uniforms and army combat suits and is certified to meet all safety regulatory standards like NFPA, EN and military specifications.

Available in natural and colors, including common uniform shades.

Advantages

Made from 100% meta-aramid fibre with a high melting point of 371°C

Exceptional flame and heat resistance; does not melt or drip up to the melting point

Unique spinning quality with 5 times lower fault levels and 100% traceability

Special dyes used for good wash fastness and minimal lot to lot colour variation

Flame resistance and color survive multiple cycles of laundering and dry cleaning

Unique lubricated finish for excellent sewability and seam integrity

Application

Flame retardant protective clothing
Protective Workwear
Military protective wear
Protective footwear
Technical applications
Filtration
Flame retardant embroidery products

For higher tensile strength requirements, Para-Aramid Sewing Threads are recommended.