The SENFA SAFLEX® R4ME02 is a filtering firefighter's hood equipped with a Nanox® nano-membrane that forms a barrier against fine smoke particles while allowing air to pass through. A Category 3 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) against heat and flame, and PFAS-free, it protects the head, neck, and shoulders under the helmet and SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus).
Product description
Its zonal design distributes three functions across the balaclava: filtration where particles enter, heat evacuation where it accumulates, and ventilated mesh at the ears to preserve hearing.
- Exterior: Aramid-dyed mesh, flame-retardant and antistatic
- Barrier : Nanox® elastic filtering nano-membrane
- Interior: comfort mesh next to the skin
- Seams: plates, made of aramid
- Blanket : head and neck, large jabot covering the shoulders
- Protection: Category 3 PPE, heat and flame
- Filtration: More than 97% of particles are trapped, even after 25 washes, according to the manufacturer.
- Composition : PFAS-free, recyclable at the end of its life
- Color: red
How will it be useful during an intervention?
After a fire, the balaclava is one of the pieces of clothing that retains the most soot, in direct contact with the neck and face.
- Barrier against fine particles at head and neck level.
- Breathability maintained to limit thermal stress.
- Hearing is preserved under the helmet thanks to the breathable mesh at the ears.
- Lasting comfort thanks to flat seams and the high elasticity of the mesh.
- Filtration performance maintained over multiple washes.
Why we chose this product
Since 2022, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified occupational exposure in firefighters as carcinogenic to humans. We chose the R4ME02 because it adds a filtering barrier without sacrificing breathability or hearing, two essential conditions for wearing it during operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a filtering balaclava and a classic balaclava?
A standard balaclava protects against heat and flame. A filtering balaclava adds a membrane that limits the passage of fine particles to the skin.
Does the filtration system withstand washing?
According to SENFA, the Nanox® membrane blocks more than 97% of particles, even after 25 washes.
Can you hear radio messages clearly with this balaclava on?
Yes, the breathable mesh at the ears is designed to preserve hearing under the helmet.
What is the difference between this and the H20EK1 breathable balaclava?
The R4ME02 adds a filtering barrier against particles. The H20EK1 focuses on heat dissipation and compatibility with masks equipped with an F1 attachment kit.
