Level A & Level B HazMat Suit

For ultra-demanding HazMat response and high-risk chemical operations, Kappler Zytron® 500 (Z500) is built for mobility while delivering top-tier chemical holdout. Kappler states Z500 is based on patented technology that created the first material to survive eight full hours against the ASTM F1001 Test Battery with no breakthrough, and it now has an extensive chemicals-tested list numbering in the hundreds.

Z500 garments are commonly selected for Level A (gas-tight) and Level B applications, with a wide range of coveralls, splash suits and total encapsulating suit configurations available. High-visibility orange is standard, with charcoal grey also available (style dependent).

Why Teams Choose Zytron® 500

• Level A gas-tight and Level B configurations – available in front or rear entry, plus coveralls and splash suit styles (configuration dependent).
• Responder-focused mobility – ergonomic design with roomy sleeves to support movement and task work.
• AntiFog Expanded-View visor system – standard on gas-tight suits, including NFPA-certified styles (configuration dependent).
• 2N1® glove system – included on HazMat styles to help eliminate inner glove inversion.
• QR-enabled chemical data – Kappler labels (SMART™/ChemScan™) link to chemical test data and suit details via a quick scan.

Typical Applications

• HazMat response
• Chemical handling
• Refuelling operations
• Petrochemical refinery operations
• Hazardous material clean-up and remediation
• CWA incineration, remediation and disposal (where specified by procedure)

Key Features & Options

• Colours: high-visibility orange; also available in charcoal grey (style dependent).
• Seams (HazMat styles): seams are sewn then double heat sealed/taped for enhanced integrity (inside and out).
• Gas-tight zipper: extra-long 122 cm PVC gas-tight zipper with double storm flap and hook-and-loop closure (style dependent).
• Visor system: expanded-view face shield with AntiFog option; typical construction includes 40 mil PVC (approx. 1.0 mm), with an optional 5 mil FEP overlay lens (approx. 0.13 mm) on applicable styles.
• Exhaust valves: two covered one-way exhaust valves (style dependent).
• Footwear interface: attached sock boots with boot flaps/splash guards for added protection (style dependent).
• Gloves: field-replaceable butyl gloves; HazMat styles may include a film liner glove (style dependent).

Key Material Performance (Typical Physical Properties)

Typical physical properties are published from independent laboratory testing on material samples (not finished garments). Results below are measured per ASTM methods.

• Grab tensile strength: 359 N (MD) / 325 N (CD)
• Tear resistance: 120 N (MD) / 67 N (CD)
• Ball burst: 351 N

Important Use Notes

• Not for firefighting. These garments are designed for protection against short-duration thermal exposures only. Avoid open flame or intense heat.
• Anti-fog treatment (visor): some vapour protective totally encapsulated garments have a permanently attached layer inside the PVC visor to reduce fogging; it is permanent and not designed to be replenished or replaced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zytron® 500 available as a gas-tight Level A suit?

Yes. Zytron® 500 is available in a range of total encapsulating gas-tight styles for Level A protection, as well as Level B and other garment styles (configuration dependent).

What colours are available?

High-visibility orange is common, with charcoal grey also available depending on the garment style and configuration.

Talk to J3Seven

Tell us your chemicals, exposure type (vapour vs splash), and whether you need NFPA-certified styles. J3Seven can help you choose the right Zytron® 500 configuration (entry type, seam construction, visor/lens option, gloves and boots) and align it to your site procedures.