What is Sympatex used for?

What is Sympatex used for?

Sympatex material is moisture permeable and used in humidification. Used for humidification, Sympatex allows humidity to reach objects without wetting.

Is Sympatex any good?

Durability and Wear When it comes to wear, SympaTex is the definite winner as it is a very comfortable fabric, that has the ability to stretch considerably. Gore-Tex, due to the ePTFE membrane is quite stiff and as such it is not the most comfortable to wear.

Is Sympatex breathable?

THE SYMPATEX MEMBRANE There is nothing more unpleasant than wet and cold clothing. As leading provider of sustainable functional textiles, Sympatex has therefore developed a special membrane which is 100 percent waterproof, 100 percent windproof and optimally breathable – like a second skin.

Is Sympatex the same as Gore-Tex?

Sympatex. Sympatex is a weather protection membrane which, just like Gore-Tex and Dermizax, is both 100 % waterproof, windproof and breathable.

What is sympatex made from?

Sympatex is a mixture of polyester and polyether. Both substances are derived from fossil fuels such as coal and oil.

What is Sympatex waterproof?

Windproof and waterproof protection guaranteed The Sympatex membrane is 100% waterproof. According to the EN 343, a rating of 1300mm and above is considered to be waterproof. The Sympatex membrane boasts a waterproof rating of 45,000mm, so it’s pretty darn waterproof!

What is SympaTex fabric?

SympaTex is a type of fabric that is branded as waterproof but “breathable”, made or licensed by SympaTex Technologies GmbH a company founded in 1986. The latter system offers greater durability, by better protecting the integrity of the SympaTex layer from abrasion to both the outside and the inside of the garment.

What are the properties of SympaTex?

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What does 3L jacket mean?

3 Layer Jackets When a jacket is three Layer or 3L, it means that the membrane is laminated between the face fabric and a protective knit backing as opposed to on top of it as with a two layer jacket.

What is the difference between 2L and 3L?

Each has its purpose. 2L jackets are the standard and are great for everything. It’s why they’re so widely used. 3L jackets on the other hand have a more ‘technical’ application, and are often favoured by those who are looking for maximum versatility.

Who is the manufacturer of the SympaTex fabric?

SympaTex is a type of fabric that is branded as waterproof but “breathable”, made or licensed by SympaTex Technologies GmbH a company founded in 1986.

What can SympaTex be used for for runners?

Lastly, Sympatex may also be used in lightweight apparel for long-distance runners. Since this fabric is breathable, it keeps body heat down while allowing sweat to evaporate through the membrane. However, it also protects runners from sudden rainstorms or other unexpected sources of moisture.

What does SympaTex membrane and laminate do for You?

Sympatex develops, produces and markets membranes, laminates, functional textiles and finished products together with selected partners around the world. As a pioneer in the field of sustainable functional textiles, our daily mission is to close the textile loop. Explore here why we need your support!

What makes SympaTex so good for the environment?

In addition to its performance, Sympatex relies in particular on recycled and recyclable materials as well as climate neutrality. Sympatex material is virus-proof. More info