17.6 cal/cm² Arc-Rated Rainwear for Utility and Electrical Crews
The Portwest FlexArc I7215SJ is an orange arc-rated and flame-resistant rain jacket for electrical utility, gas, switching, storm-restoration, meter, and pipeline work. Its 10 oz shell is made from flame-resistant cotton with a polyurethane coating and is rated to 17.6 cal/cm².
The jacket combines heat-sealed seams with a VISLON® zipper and storm hook-and-loop closure. A detachable drawstring hood, D-ring access opening, and inner left-chest phone pocket support work in foul weather without turning the product description into a substitute for the employer's hazard assessment.
ManufacturerPortwest
ModelFlexArc I7215SJ
ASA Parent SKUS17215J
Product TypeArc-rated FR rain jacket
ColorOrange
Shell10 oz FR cotton, PU coated
Arc RatingATPV 17.6 cal/cm²
StandardsASTM F1891; ASTM F2733; CSA Z96 Class 2 Level 2
Key Features
- 17.6 cal/cm² arc rating
- PU-coated FR cotton shell
- Heat-sealed seams
- Detachable drawstring hood
- D-ring access opening
Common Uses
- Electrical utility work
- Storm restoration
- Electrical switching
- Meter servicing
- Pipeline maintenance
FAQ - Portwest FlexArc I7215SJ Rain Jacket
- What is the arc rating of the Portwest I7215SJ jacket? Portwest lists an ATPV of 17.6 cal/cm² under ASTM F1959. The employer must confirm that this rating exceeds the incident energy and meets the requirements of the task-specific arc-flash assessment.
- Which standards are listed for this FR rain jacket? Portwest lists ASTM F1891, ASTM F2733, and CSA Z96 Class 2 Level 2 for the I7215SJ. Verify the label on the supplied garment before placing it into service.
- What is the jacket made from? The shell is 10 oz flame-resistant cotton with a polyurethane coating. The jacket also uses heat-sealed seams and a front zipper with a storm hook-and-loop closure.
- Is the hood removable? Yes. The jacket has a detachable hood with a drawstring so coverage can be adjusted for the task and weather conditions.
- Can the jacket be worn with a fall-protection harness? The jacket includes a D-ring access opening. That feature does not establish compatibility with every harness or fall-arrest system, so a competent person should verify fit, connector access, garment condition, and the complete system before use.
- How should the Portwest FlexArc jacket be cleaned? Portwest's published care symbols state not to wash, bleach, tumble dry, iron, or dry clean, and to line dry. Follow the label attached to the supplied garment and the employer's contamination-control procedure.
This arc-rated protective jacket delivers essential multi-purpose protection for workers who cannot afford compromise between safety and performance. The combination of arc flash resistance, flash fire protection, and molten metal defense makes it especially valuable for utility and electrical professionals who face unpredictable hazards while working outdoors or during emergency response scenarios.
