Standard Cooling Vest with PhaseCore 28
Standard Basic Cooling Vests use PhaseCore, a phase change material (PCM), to provide a cooling effect to the body’s core by absorbing body heat. The Standard Cooling Vest has a two-piece, over-the-shoulder design that makes it comfortable when worn under another vest or when sitting.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| First Line Technology LLC |
Product Name |
| Standard Cooling Vest with PhaseCore 28 |
Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; Radiological/Nuclear; Explosives; |
Detection Method |
| PPE/Decon |
Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
Product Model Number |
| DC1-30280W |
Equipment Type |
| PPE |
Product Synopsis |
| Standard Basic Cooling Vests use PhaseCore, a phase change material (PCM), to provide a cooling effect to the body’s core by absorbing body heat. The Standard Cooling Vest has a two-piece, over-the-shoulder design that makes it comfortable when worn under another vest or when sitting. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: pc vest comparison chart.pdf; |
Weight |
| <30 lbs.; |
Power Requirements |
| None |
Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
Available Accessories |
| PhaseCore Transport Bag, Extra PhaseCore Elements |
Expected Operational Life |
| > 3,000 uses |
Unit Cost |
| $370.00 |
Activation Method |
| Body Heat (82°F) |
Active or Passive Cooling |
| Passive |
Cooling Mechanism |
| PCM |
Cooling Temperature Range |
| Activation - 82°F; Cooling Effect - 72°F |
Decontaminable |
| Yes |
Flammable |
| No |
Live Agent Tested |
| Yes |
Material |
| Polyester Outer Shell, Polyester Mesh Inner Shell |
NIOSH Approved |
| N/A |
Operating Time |
| 3 hours |
Recharge Time |
| 11 - 85 minutes depending on charging method |
Reusable |
| Yes, > 3,000 times |
Shelf Life |
| 5 years when stored in a temperature controlled environment < 75°F |
Sizes |
| Universally sized to fit individuals ranging from SM - 2XL |
Types of Cooling |
| Heat activated |
Washable |
| Yes |
Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
Training Available |
| No |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
Warranties |
| Yes |
ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
U.S. EAR Compliant |
| Yes |
IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |