BarriAire Carbon Shield Elite Pro Particulate Hood Comprehensive Coverage

The Hidden Danger: Toxic Particulates

Modern firefighting exposes you to more than just heat and flames. Burning synthetic materials release dangerous submicron particulates that can penetrate standard hoods, carrying toxic chemicals directly to your skin. These particles have been linked to increased cancer rates among firefighters. Traditional hoods offer little to no protection against this invisible threat, leaving your most vulnerable areas exposed.

The Ultimate Particulate Barrier Solution

The BarriAire™ Carbon Shield™ Elite Pro hood revolutionizes firefighter protection by combining flame resistance with advanced particulate filtration. Using patented technology, Carbon Shield™ knit fabric is gravure laminated to DuPont™ Nomex® Nano Flex, creating a composite that blocks 99.98% of harmful particles while maintaining breathability. This isn’t just a hood—it’s a critical piece of health protection equipment.

Certified Performance: UL Classified to NFPA 1971 and certified to the 2018 Edition Option for Particulate Protection. Achieves 99.92% PFE before laundering and 99.98% after conditioning—far exceeding the ≥90% requirement.

Elite Pro Engineering

Patterned Bib Design: The tapered back, notched shoulder drape, and carefully patterned bib perfectly interface with turnout collars and SCBA strapping, preventing gaps while allowing full range of motion.

Superior Breathability: With a Total Heat Loss (THL) of 395.3 W/m², this hood keeps you significantly cooler than standard barrier hoods, reducing heat stress during extended operations.

Acoustic Performance: The fabric’s quiet construction allows excellent hearing and communication without adversely affecting situational awareness—critical for safety on the fireground.

Carbon Shield™: Revolutionary Protection

Carbon Shield™ fabric is a flame-resistant breakthrough based on carbon fiber technology that simply won’t burn in air. Besides providing outstanding protection against direct flame, it exhibits low thermal conductivity, making it an excellent insulator. When laminated with Nomex® Nano Flex, it creates the ultimate composite for flame, heat, and particulate protection without sacrificing comfort.

Additional Benefits:

• Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) of 55—highest of all FR hood fabrics
• Excellent chemical resistance to organic solvents, weak alkalis, and weak acids
• UV resistant—won’t fade or weaken with sun exposure
• Odor-resistant properties absorb and neutralize smoke smells
• Low water retention reduces potential for steam burns

Uncompromising Quality and Standards

Manufactured in Green Lake, Wisconsin, every BarriAire™ Carbon Shield™ hood undergoes rigorous testing. With burst strength of 745 N and seam breaking strength of 665 N, this hood significantly exceeds NFPA 1971 requirements. The fabric maintains excellent stretch and recovery similar to regular non-barrier hoods, ensuring you don’t sacrifice mobility for protection.