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Defend Against Danger with DUPONT™ Tyvek and Tychem Series

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From R&D to waste management, biohazards and chemical hazards are a constant danger to workers. And when natural materials fail to provide the required chemical resistances and durability levels, DuPont’s Tyvek and Tychem will.

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Tyvek 400

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Tyvek 500

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Tychem 4000

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Tychem 6000

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Buying Guide:

Tyvek and Tychem are synthetic materials made for use in PPE. But which one should you choose? 

In this article, we’ll be comparing Tyvek and Tychem to see which one is best for your workplace.

DUPONT® CHEMICAL COVERALL CHART

Tyvek Tychem Chart

TYVEK® Protective Apparel

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Lightweight and soft

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Repels aqueous liquids and liquid aerosols

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Breathable against particles
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Protection, durability, and comfort

  • Pros: Excellent protection against particulate matter
  • Great splash resistance
  • Lightweight and durable

Tyvek is a general-purpose material that’s lightweight and versatile, resilient and durable. PPE made from Tyvek can provide inherent barrier protection against lead, asbestos, mold and a variety of airborne hazards.

Tyvek is best used in PPE for those in the medical industry, research and anywhere that requires sterile environments. However, Tyvek should only be used to protect against a light liquid splash. That’s why it performs best against dust, airborne particles and related hazards. Tyvek is available in coveralls, gloves and related PPE.

TYCHEM® Protective Apparel

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Serged or sewn

Bound

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Taped

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  • Pros: Excellent protection against most chemicals
  • Great splash resistance
  • Variety of seam options for more protection

Tychem serves as your ultimate chemical defense. It’s a reinforced material that defends against a wide variety of biological and chemical hazards. Accredited by third-party labs and tested for permeation effectiveness against hundreds of chemicals, Tychem was developed for your peace of mind. Note that Tychem garments are tested for its permeability, which is a very exacting test that measures how much hazard can move through the garment on a molecular level.

Tychem suits are also made using a variety of seam styles to match your needs, as different seams work better against different hazards. All this protection does come at a slight cost to comfort and weight, but Tychem remains the best option for heavier chemical work. Workers who wear full Tychem coveralls know they’re receiving the best possible protection against heavy chemical spills.

TYVEK® Protection Chart

Typical general industrial hazards/description/examples

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TYCHEM® Protection Chart

Typical chemical hazards/examples

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*Serged and/or bound seams are degraded by some hazardous liquid chemicals, such as strong acids, and should not be worn when these chemicals are present.

Why DuPont™?

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DuPont’s synthetic fabrics are a cut above generic brands. Millions of dollars are spent on R&D and testing to ensure your PPE lives up to the protection standards you deserve. And with fast and friendly technical support provided by DuPont, you’ll never be left hanging without an answer when you’re in doubt.

DUPONT™ TYVEK® & TYCHEM® COVERALL (Disposable & Reusable) Size Chart

Tychem Tyvek_Size Chart

Regardless of your selection, you’ll be sure to have great protection when you place your trust in DuPont’s proprietary fabrics!

 

If you have any questions or would like some advice, feel free to live chat with us anytime!

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