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leaves you
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3M Personal Safety
3M™ Protective Apparel
Introduction
At 3M we have a select and high quality range of products
which help protect against many hazards.
The range of 3M™ Protective Apparel includes a variety of
features, from fabrics with specialized treatments for
panels for increased comfort.
For additional information:
Call Technical Assistance: 1-800-243-4630
Call Customer Care Center: 1-800-328-1667
Visit website: 3M.com/protectiveapparel
View brochure: 3M.com/pabrochure
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Contents
Selection 4-5
Protection Types 4
Additional Standards 5
Product Features 6
Materials 6
Selection Flow Chart 7
3M™ Protective Coveralls 8-9
Accessories 10
Selection Guide by Application 11-12
Summary: Materials and design 12
Selection
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Protection Types
Depending on the materials
and construction, protective
coveralls can be designed for
either hazardous applications
(certified to CE Category III)
or non-hazardous applications.
Products for hazardous
applications can be tested and
certified to any of six different
“Type” standards, providing
of use.
There are many tests and standards that apply to 3M™ Protective Coveralls
and selection can be a daunting task. The following section outlines the different
options available to help you select the right product for your employees.
Category Symbol Protection Type Standard 3M Product Code
CE Category III
Type 1
Gas
Protection
N/A HIGH
Type 2
Non-Gas
Protection
N/A
Type 3
Liquid Jet
Protection
EN 14605
(EN ISO 17491-3) 4570
PROTECTION
Type 4
Liquid Spray
Protection
EN 14605
(EN ISO17491-3) 4570, 4565
Type 5
Particle
Protection
EN ISO 13982-1
4570, 4565,
4545, 4540+,
4535, 4530,
4520, 4515,
4510
Type 6
Limited Liquid
Splash Protection
EN 13034
(EN ISO 17491-4) LOW
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Additional Standards
Some 3M protective coveralls and their materials are
approved to additional standards* for specialized applications.
Tests for Protection
against
micro-organisms
4510 4545 4565 4570
ASTM 1671
bloodborne pathogen
penetration resistance
———Pass
ASTM 1670
synthetic blood
penetration resistance
———Pass
ISO 16603
assesses resistances
to penetration under
pressure by synthetic
blood (visual assessment)
Class 4 of 6 Class 4 of 6 Class 6 of 6* Class 6 of 6*
ISO 16604
models resistance to
viral penetration under
pressure (biological assay)
Unclassified Unclassified Unclassified Class 6 of 6*
ISO 22610
assesses resistances to
wet bacterial penetration
during mechanical contact
Class 6 of 6* Class 6 of 6* Class 6 of 6* Class 6 of 6*
ISO 22611
determines resistance to
penetration by aerosols
containing bacteria
Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3*
ISO 22612
assesses resistance to
dry microbial penetration
using talc contaminated
with spores
Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3* Class 3 of 3*
Protection against
micro-organisms
(EN 14126)
Protection against micro-organisms
(EN 14126) with exception of ISO 16604
(see table below)
Anti-static
coating
(EN 1149-5)
Refer to User
Instructions
for further
information
compliance
Total Inward
Protection against
nuclear particles
(EN 1073-2) with
exception of
EN863 puncture
resistance
Total Inward
An "*" denotes highest level of performance according to test method.
Protection against
nuclear particles
(EN 1073-2)
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3-Panel hood
Provides improved fit and comfort
Knitted cuffs
For increased wearer comfort
Anatomical design and fit
For optimal wear, coverage and comfort
Two-way zip
Sealable storm flap for protection from contaminants
Breathable back panels
For comfort in hot environments.
Materials The following isaguide that offers a comparison between the materials
used inthe 3M™ Protective Coverall range. For full penetration and permeation
data please contact Technical Assistance: 1-800-243-4630.
Product
features
3M protective coveralls can offer a variety of benefits depending on your needs.
The illustration below highlights some of the features available.
SMS
Spunbound Meltblown
Spunbound are robust
breathable fabrics, designed
to offer a good barrier against
hazardous particles and
limited liquid splashes.
Protective Coveralls 4515,
4520, 4530 and back panels
of Protective Coveralls
4535 and 4540+
Microporous PELaminate
Polypropylene PE laminate is
designed to offer a good barrier
against hazardous particles and
limited liquid splashes, while
the micropores allow for some
breathability.
Protective Coveralls 4510
and 4545. Also white
material of Protective
Coveralls 4535 and 4540+
Non-microporous
PE Laminate
Designed to offer a very
good barrier against
hazardous particles and
certain liquid splashes
and sprays.
Protective
Coverall 4565
Multi-Layer
Non-Microporous
PE Laminate
Designed to offer an
excellent barrier against
hazardous particles and
certain liquid splashes,
sprays and jets.
Protective
Coverall 4570
Extra material in arms and legs
Helps increase freedom of movement
Elastic waist
Helps increase comfort and mobility
Whole suit tested
as designed and constructed, not just fabric tests.
Sizes
M – 4XL
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Selection ow chart
Jets
(Type 3)
4570 4565
Spray
(Type 4)
Do you require
protection from
liquids or particles?
Liquids
Type of
exposure
WARNING:
*The fabric complies with ISO 14116:2008 for limited flamespread index 1
4535
4540+
4510
4545
Additional
breathability
required?
Yes No
Splash
(Type 6)
Particles
(Type 5)
No
Need flame
spread
resistance?
Yes
4530
Taped
seams? No
Yes
Is low
linting
critical?
Yes
4515
No Anti-static
required?
No Yes
4520
4510
4565
4565
WARNING: Cuffs and zipper are not flame resistant.
Cuffs must be worn under gloves.
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Review Product Selection Guide
Important Notice
This guide is only an outline. It should not be used as the only means for selecting protective clothing. Before using any protective clothing, the wearer must read and
understand the user instructions for each product. Specific country legislation must be observed. If in doubt, contact a safety professional. Selection of the most appropriate
the limitations of PPE.
Final determination as to the suitability of these products for a particular situation is the employer’s responsibility. This information is subject to revision at any time. Always
read and follow all User Instructions supplied with your 3M™ Protective Coveralls in order to ensure correct operation. If you have questions contact 3M Technical Service.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Except as provided above, 3M shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special or
consequential arising out of the sale, use or misuse of 3M PSD products, or the user’s inability to use such products. THESE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE.
WARRANTY: 3M will replace or refund the purchase price of any Personal Safety Division product found to be defective in material, manufacture, or not in
conformance with any expressed warranty. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE
3M™ Protective Coveralls
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3M™ Protective Coverall 4520
Made from lightweight and extremely breathable
material and is designed to offer protection against
hazardous dusts and limited liquid splashes.
2 way zip with sealable tab on storm flap
3-panel hood
Knitted cuffs
Low linting
Collared and hooded available Anti-static
3M™ Protective Coverall 4515
Made from lightweight and extremely
breathable material and is designed to
offer protection against hazardous
dusts and limited liquid splashes.
and waist
2 way zip with storm flap
Low linting
3M™ Protective Coverall 4510
Designed to offer cost effective protection
against hazardous dusts and limited liquid splashes.
2 way zip with storm flap
Ultra low linting
Collared and hooded available
Anti-static
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Splash Particle
4515
Limited
Microorganism
Anti-
static
Anti-
static
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* , , , see page 5 for details.
3M™ Protective Coverall 4530
Made from extremely lightweight and breathable
material and is designed to offer protection against
hazardous dusts and limited liquid splashes. The fabric
complies with ISO 14116:2008 for limited flamespread
index 1 (must be worn over an index 2 or 3 garment
2 way zip with fully sealable storm flap
3-panel hood Knitted cuffs Low linting
Anti-static Collared and hooded available
3M™ Protective Coverall 4540+
A highly versatile protective coverall, which is mostly made
from a unique microporous PE laminate, designed to be
softer and drape better over the body. It is designed to
offer a good barrier to particles and limited liquid splash
2 way zip with fully sealable storm flap
3-panel hood
Knitted cuffs Low linting
Collared and hooded available Anti-static
3M™ Protective Coverall 4535
Provides a superb balance of comfort and protection.
The microporous PE laminate at the front of the garment
is designed to offer a good barrier to limited liquid
panel helps increase wearer comfort.
2 way zip with storm flap
Knitted cuff
Low linting Anti-static
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Splash Particle
3M™ Protective Coverall 4545
Made from soft, lightweight, yet durable
fabric which provides a good barrier to
hazardous particles and limited liquid splash.
2 way zip with fully sealable storm flap
3-panel hood
Knitted cuffs
Ultra low linting
Anti-static
3M™ Protective Coverall 4570
Designed to offer a barrier to hazardous particles
and certain liquid splashes, sprays and jets.
Double front closing system with
large ring zip pull for easy wear
3-panel hood
Elasticized cuffs with thumb loops
Ultra low linting
Anti-static
3M™ Protective Coverall 4565
Made from a soft lightweight fabric with taped seams,
providing a very good barrier to hazardous particles
and limited liquid splash and spray.
2 way zip with fully sealable storm flap
3-panel hood
Knitted cuffs
Ultra low linting Anti-static
Limited
Splash Particle
Micro-
organisms
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Splash Particle
Anti-
static
Spray
JetSpray Nuclear
Anti-
static
Anti-
static
Limited
Microorganism
Anti-
static
Limited
Microorganism
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Accessories
3M™ Lab Coat 4440
Made from the same
microporous PE
laminate material as
the 3M™ Protective
Coverall 4535
Knitted cuffs
Offers a barrier against
non-hazardous particles
and light liquid splashes
Zip fastener
Anti-static treatment
3M™ Overshoe 442
3M™ Overshoe 402
Made from the same microporous PE laminate
material as the protective coverall 4535
Elastic at the calf
Universal size with ties to help provide a good fit
Laminated material ties to minimize particle
shed and contamination in particle restricted
environments such as clean rooms
Overboot 450 features a reduced slip sole
Anti-static
Overboot Covers
Made from the same microporous PE laminate
material as the protective coverall 4535
Anti-static
Offers a general barrier to non-hazardous
substances
Reduced slip print on base
3M™ Oversleeve 444 Made from the same laminated material as
the 3M™ Protective Coverall 4510
Offers a general barrier to non-hazardous
substances
16 inch/40.5cm protection covering wrist
to top of arm
Elastic finish on top end
Designed to help prevent hair from
Universal size
N.B. 3M Accessories (excluding lab coats) are not CE marked and are not intended as PPE for use in hazardous environments.
3M™ Overboot 440
3M™ Overboot 450
Overshoe Covers
Oversleeves
Lab Coats
3M™ Hair Net 407
3M™ Overhood 446 Made from the same laminated material
as the protective coverall 4510
Drapes over the shoulders offering
excellent coverage
Head Protection
Reduced
Slip Sole
Standard
Sole
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Selection guide by application
** See pages 4-5 for additional overview and technical data sheets at 3M.com/protectiveapparel for fuller specifications.
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● Suggested ● Possible alternative
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4510 4515 4520 4530 4535 4540+ 4545 4565 4570
Certification**
Material weight 1.38 oz/yd2
(47gsm)
1.47 oz/yd2
(50gsm)
1.26 oz/yd2
(43gsm)
1.59 oz/yd2
(54gsm)
1.62 oz/yd2
(55gsm)
1.44 oz/yd2
(49gsm)
1.44 oz/yd2
(49gsm)
1.44 oz/yd2
(49gsm)
2.71 oz/yd2
(92gsm)
Sizes M–4XL M–4XL M–4XL M - 4XL M - 4XL M–4XL M–4XL M–4XL S - 4XL
Colors
Abatement/remediation
Exposure to radioactive
particles ●●●●●●●●●
Mold remediation/
mold spores ●●●●●●●●●
Asbestos inspection,
site preparation ●●●●●●●●
Asbestos removal ●●●●●●●●
Agriculture
Fertilizer application
(dry/granular) ●●●●●●●
Animal waste (solid) ● ●
Pesticide spraying3●●●
Emergency response/biohazard
Bloodborne pathogens ●
Hazardous
biological aerosol ●
Pharmaceutical/clean room
Pharmaceutical
processing ● ●●●●●●
Handling powders ● ●●●●●●
Clean rooms ● ●● ●
Painting
Spray Painting ●●●●●●
Resin application ●●●●●●
Fiberglass application ●●●●●●
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Splash Particle
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle Limited
Splash Particle
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Spray
Nuclear Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Spray Jet
Micro-
organisms
Limited
Micro-
organism
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle Limited
Splash Particle
Anti-
static
Anti-
static
Limited
Splash Particle
Limited
Micro-
organism
Anti-
static
Limited
Micro-
organism Micro-
organism
Product Guide
(continued)
For applications conducted in a controlled
environment refer to "Cleanroom Applications".
Material will melt when contacting spatter
and hot surfaces.
Refer to pesticide manufacturer's recommendations
for appropriate level of liquid/particulate protection.
** See pages 4-5 for additional overview
and technical data sheets at 3M.com/
protectiveapparel for fuller specifications.
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3M PSD products are for occupational use only
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Important Notice
This guide is only an outline. It should not be used as the only means for selecting protective clothing. Before using any protective
clothing, the wearer must read and understand the user instructions for each product. Specific country legislation must be
observed. If in doubt, contact a safety professional. Selection of the most appropriate PPE will depend on the particular situation
Final determination as to the suitability of these products for a particular situation is the employer’s responsibility. This
information is subject to revision at any time. Always read and follow all User Instructions supplied with your
3M
™
Protective Coveralls in order to ensure correct operation. If you have questions contact 3M Technical Service.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Except as provided above, 3M shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage, whether
direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential arising out of the sale, use or misuse of 3M PSD products,
or the user’s inability to use such products. THESE REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE.
WARRANTY: 3M will replace or refund the purchase price of any Personal Safety Division product found to be defective in
material, manufacture, or not in conformance with any expressed warranty. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU
OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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to view web
content.
4510 4515 4520 4530 4535 4540+ 4545 4565 4570
Cleaning and maintenance
Dirt ●● ●
Machine or vehicle
maintenance ●●●●●●●
Light duty building
maintenance ●●●
Grease (general) ●●●●●●●
Light duty
warehousing, janitorial
●
General industry
Electronics/circuit
board assembly● ●
Fiberglass/cellulose
insulation installation ●●●●●●●●
Food processing ●●● ●●●
General powder
handling ●●●●●●●
Lime handling ●● ●
● ●
Non-hazardous
aerosols (sprays) ●●●●●●●●
Non-hazardous liquids ●●●●●●●●
Non-hazardous solids ●●
Coal dust ●●●●●●●●
Oil & gas/chemical
Maintenance (refinery) ●
●●
Chemical mixing
and handling ●●
Metal work
Metal grinding ●
Welding in certain
applications (worn
over appropriate
welding garment)
●
Summary: Materials and design
Color options White White, blue White Blue White with
White with
blue triangle White White with red
taped seams Grey
Suit material PE laminate SMS SMMMS SMMS PE laminate
+ SMMMS
BICO PE
laminate
+ SMMMS
BICO PE
laminate
BICO PE
laminate
Multi-layer
PE laminate
Fabric weight 47 gsm 50 gsm 43 gsm 54 gsm 55 gsm 49 gsm 49 gsm 49 gsm 92 gsm
Coating Anti-static None Anti-static Anti-static, FR Anti-static Anti-static Anti-static Anti-static Anti-static
Storm flap Basic flap Storm flap
with tabs
Storm flap
with tabs
Sealable
flap Basic flap Sealable
flap
Sealable
flap
Sealable
flap
Double flap,
double zip
Cuffs Elastic Elastic Knitted Knitted Knitted Knitted Knitted Knitted Elastic +
thumb loops
Reinforced gusset No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Hood design 2-panel 2-panel 3-panel 3-panel 2-panel 3-panel 3-panel 3-panel 3-panel
Seams type Stitched &
partially bound
Stitched Stitched Stitched Stitched &
partially bound
Stitched &
partially bound
Stitched &
partially bound
Taped Taped
