Windproof Balaclava technical balaclava 100% GORE® WINDSTOPPER® BUFF fabric

Windproof Balaclava technical balaclava 100% GORE® WINDSTOPPER® BUFF fabric, with a soft fleece lining that covers the entire head. Wind resistant

Balaclava designed to offer protection in cool outdoor environments and situations with strong or moderate wind, since it incorporates gore® Windstopper windproof membrane which blocks the passage of wind, in addition to repelling water, preventing it from coming into contact with the skin and increasing the worker's feeling of cold. Offers comprehensive neck and head protection in one piece. The fabric of this windproof balaclava is made from recycled polyester.

It is very soft and pleasant to the touch and has no seams to make it completely waterproof and at the same time increase the worker's feeling of comfort. In addition, it is breathable and shows good moisture management that prevents sweat from concentrating and therefore causing it to cool down.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Ergonomic fit, face.
• Comfort seams by ultrasonic technology: fabrics joined by thermofusion to achieve an optimal fit and avoid skin irritation.
• Small laser perforations around the ear area to help hear.
• Laser hole over the nose and small laser perforations around the mouth to facilitate breathing, prevent moisture and reduce fogging of glasses.
• Available in two sizes: M/L (56-58 cm) and L/XL (59-62 cm) .
• 100% polyester

WIND RESISTANT Fabric with Gore Tex® technology designed to block the passage of wind, maintaining breathability and comfort.

WATER REPELLENT Resistant to humidity and water penetration.

BONDED SEAMS Threadless seams used to join fabrics using bonding technology (pressure and heat) to achieve a perfect fit and seal while avoiding the friction of traditional sewing with the skin.

BREATHABLE Fabric structure that allows sweat and vapor to be transferred away from the body through the fabric itself while allowing air to flow.

BREATHING HOLES Laser cut holes for improved breathability

LASER-CUT HOLES IN EARS Laser cut holes, strategically placed in the ear area to improve hearing.

COMPOSITION

96% Polyester, 4% PTFE

BENEFITS

WHAT TYPE OF WORK IS IT SUITABLE FOR

Comfortable and windproof balaclava, made of 100% GORE® WINDSTOPPER® fabric that offers optimal protection for the entire head from cold and windy conditions and in extremely cold environments such as vertical woks or static tasks

• Designed for work environments.
• Ideal for sports in winter: skiing, mountaineering, mountain biking..
• Elastic and tight design: ideal under the helmet.

TECHNICAL DATA

Weight (grams):	65
Measurements (length x width):	29x40
Color:	Black
Composition:	100% polyester
Age:	Adult
Gender:	Man, Woman
Time of the year:	All year
Washing tips:	Machine wash

CERTIFICATIONS

CAT 1 EN ISO 13688/13

COOL ENVIRONMENTS Product certified as Personal Protective Equipment against risks derived from the cold in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/425. The products marked with this icon have been tested for protection against risks derived from cold in environments that are not excessively cold, characterized by the possible combination of humidity and wind at a temperature equal to or greater than -5ºC, in accordance with the following test standards : EN ISO 13688:2013 General requirements, Protective clothing; and the fabric according to standards EN ISO 11092:2014 (Rct), EN ISO 9237:1995 (AP- Air Permeability), and EN ISO 13938-2:1999 (mechanical and physical properties: burst).

WIND ENVIRONMENTS Product certified as Personal Protective Equipment against minimal risks derived from wind in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425. The products marked with this icon have been tested for protection against minimal risks derived from wind in cool environments, characterized by the possible combination of humidity and wind at a temperature equal to or greater than 5ºC and up to 10ºC, in accordance with the following safety standards. test: EN ISO 13688:2013 General Requirements, Protective Clothing, and fabric according to standards EN ISO 11092:2014 (Rct), EN ISO 9237:1995 (AP- Air Permeability), EN ISO 13938-2:1999 (properties mechanical and physical: burst) and with a class 3 air permeability level according to EN ISO 9237:1995.

GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER®

To ensure high comfort in cold and windy conditions, garments made with GORE® WINDSTOPPER® products are completely windproof and offer maximum breathability. The completely windproof and extremely breathable membrane prevents the passage of wind and facilitates the evacuation of sweat. The combination of protection and breathability minimizes the chilling effect of wind and reduces the risk of overheating of the body. The durable treatment of the outer fabric increases the water resistance of the garment.

PROTECTION AGAINST THE COLD IN COOL ENVIRONMENTS
Properties	Rule	Gore-tex® fabric
Thermal resistance (insulation) (Rct)	EN ISO 11092:2014	Results between 0.04 - 0.05 m2K/W
Air Permeability(AP)	EN ISO 9237:1995	Class 3*

*Accessory designed and indicated for the protection of the user against minimal risks derived from the cold in cool environments, characterized by the possible combination of humidity and wind at a temperature equal to or greater than 5o C and up to 10o C. The Gore Tex® fabric has a protective capacity superior to that of other fabrics.

Class	Air permeability (mm/s)
1	AP > 100
2	5 < AP ≤ 100
3	AP ≤ 5

TESTS ON FABRIC

Lamellar dough: EN 12127:1997          227 g/m2 ± 5%

Air permeabilityEN ISO 9237:1995      3.8mm/s ±10%

Thermal resistance (RCT):EN ISO 11092:2014     0.0429 m2K/W ± 10%

Resistance to water vapor (RET): EN ISO 11092:2014     5.9 m2Pa/W ± 10%

Determination of breaking force and elongation

EN ISO 13934-1:2013

AVERAGE MAXIMUM STRENGTH		AVERAGE ELONGATION
LONGITUDINAL	610N ± 10%	LONGITUDINAL	92% ± 10%
CROSS	280N ± 10%	CROSS	128% ± 10%

Burst resistance (5 washes): EN ISO 13938-1:1999         392 kPa ± 10%

Determination of dimensional variations of fabrics

EN ISO 5077:2008 LONGITUDINAL< ±3%CROSS< ±3%

4N washing program (Ta=40 ±3oC) according to ISO 6330:2012

Pilling resistance

ISO 12945-2:2001       5   2000 CYCLES

Scale from 1 to 5. 1 is “Very severe pilling” and 5 is “No pilling formation”

Abrasion resistance:>40000 CYCLES

EN ISO 12947-2:2016Test pressure: 9kPa    Until a thread breaks

Solidity ranges:

Fastness of dyes to washing       4*

EN ISO 105-C06:2010

Color fastness to perspiration (Acid & Alkaline): EN ISO 105-E04:2013

ALKALINE	4-5 *
ACID	4-5 *

Fastness of dyes to rubbing (Dry and Wet) EN ISO 105-X12:2016

DRY	4-5 *
WET	4-5 *

Fastness of dyes to seawater:     4 – 5 *

EN ISO 105-E02:2013

Fastness of dyes to light          4 **

EN ISO 105-B02:2014 Method 2

* Solidity range between values 1 and 5, in which 1 is "VERY POOR" and 5 is "EXCELLENT" ** Solidity range between values 1 and 8, in which 1 is "VERY POOR" and 8 is "EXCELLENT"

ABOUT BUFF

BUFF is not only functionality, it is also a form of expression, which is why they make many different tubulars for practicing intense sports, going for a walk in the mountains or as a fashion accessory for everyday life. Because they are nonconformists and want to go further, creating a lifestyle.