FiberTect
FiberTect® is a three layer, inert, flexible, drapable, nonwoven composite substrate for absorbing and adsorbing chemical warfare agents (CWAs), toxic industrial chemicals (TICs), toxic industrial materials (TIMs), and pesticides. It is worn on the hand like a mitt. FiberTect® is self-contained and packaged for easy use, storage, and transport. Materials used to manufacture the outer layers of FiberTect® may vary in order to best provide absorption and/or adsorption properties for multiple functional uses.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| First Line Technology LLC |
| Product Name |
| FiberTect |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; |
| Application |
| Decontamination;Emergency Response; |
| Product Model Number |
| FBT-PAD-12x12, FBT-10-L |
| Equipment Type |
| Decontamination |
| Product Synopsis |
| FiberTect® is a three layer, inert, flexible, drapable, nonwoven composite substrate for absorbing and adsorbing chemical warfare agents (CWAs), toxic industrial chemicals (TICs), toxic industrial materials (TIMs), and pesticides. It is worn on the hand like a mitt. FiberTect® is self-contained and packaged for easy use, storage, and transport. Materials used to manufacture the outer layers of FiberTect® may vary in order to best provide absorption and/or adsorption properties for multiple functional uses. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2009 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Military Personnel, First Responders and Receivers, Hospitals, HazMat Units, and Fire Fighters |
| Dimensions |
| Varies |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; Varies |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Operating Conditions |
| -40 to 71°C (-40 to 160°F) |
| Available Accessories |
| Personnel Decon Kit (PDK): 200mL Dahlgren, 2 FiberTect Wipes, mini sprayer.
2-Man Decon Kit (2DK): 650 mL Dahlgren, 4 FiberTect wipes, tactical sprayer
Individual Decon Kit (IDK): FiberTect wipe and RSDL
Responder Decon Kit (RDK): 2 FiberTect wipes and 42mL RSDL |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $10.50 - $1,710.00 |
| Water/Oil Based |
| Water may be required depending on Threat Agent |
| Effective Against |
| CWA, BWA, TIC/TIM, NTA |
| Form |
| Wipe, Mitt, Pad |
| Used with Older/Newer Applicators |
| Yes |
| Hazardous Residue or Runoff |
| No - holds 7x own weight |
| Preparation Time |
| < 10 seconds |
| Sensitive or Electronic Use |
| Yes |
| Size of Application |
| Varies |
| Surface Contact Time |
| 1-2 wipes |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| On-site |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
| U.S. EAR Compliant |
| Yes |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
