Ricochet Reflex 3A Particulate Barrier Hood

 

As our understanding of the dangerous contaminants on the fireground evolves, safeguarding against these particulate hazards becomes even more critical. The Ricochet Reflex 3A Hood delivers superior head and neck protection with its DuPont™ Nomex® Nano Flex barrier. This advanced hood is designed specifically for the unique challenges you face, providing crucial defense against harmful airborne particulates.

Durable, comfortable, and with an exceptional fit, the Ricochet Reflex 3A Hood helps to protect against airborne particulates that can include toxic substances on the fireground.  This NFPA 1971 (2018 Edition) certified designed was developed by Ricochet to provide for the health and safety of what’s most important – you. 

Key Features:

• Comfortable Fit: Ergonomic design accommodates SCBA facepieces while reducing bulk under helmets. 
• Enhanced Coverage: A wider bib that stays in place, giving you superior shoulder protection and freedom of movement. 
• No Intrusive Crinkling Sound: Material composite doesn’t produce any noise
• Enahnced Breathablity: Reducing heat stress, providing you protection and comfort from call to call. 
• Easy to Wear: Elasticized face opening ensures a secure fit and hassle-free donning and doffing. 
• Lightweight & Flexible: A lightweight barrier with flexible fit that moves with you providing full coverage without compromising mobility.
• One Size for All: With its flexible composite and elasticized face opening, one size easily fits almost anyone. 

 

Design Advances:

• Double seam over the head for a comfortable fit with your helmet
• Flat lock low-profile seam construction adds comfort and resilience
• Channel-stitched quilting for added stability of the barrier, while allowing stretch and flexibility 
• Elasticized face opening provides a secure fit around the SCBA facepiece allowing for comfortable wear in both the ready and engaged positions.
• A thin, lightweight particulate-protective barrier allows for uninterrupted hearing for critical situational awareness.

 

Material:

• Outer and inner layer – 20% Nomex, 80% Lenzing, Rib Knit 
• Particulate barrier layer – DuPont™ Nomex® Nano Flex 107 
  • Most lightweight and flexible barrier available 
  • Exceptional elasticity and FR performance

 

 

Permance Results:

NFPA 1971 (2018 Edition) Certified

	NFPA 1971 Requirement	Performance Result
Particulate Blocking	Requirement minimum of 90%	Particulate Blocking Effectiveness *(particle size of 0.1 or greater) 98+% effective
Total Heat Loss (THL)	Requirement minimum of 325	Performance Result for THL: 368
Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)	Requirement minimum of 20	Performance Result for TPP: 30