Primaloft insulation temperature regime. Advanced Primaloft® Insulation

Primaloft® Fill - Designed to be warm when wet or dry, it also absorbs less water than analog fills. If you compare Primaloft® with down, then in terms of softness and comfort it is in no way inferior to it. At the same time, Primaloft® has fewer technical limitations when used in wet conditions.

PrimaLoft® One

Primaloft One is one of the best insulating (insulating) materials.

The ultra-thin fibers are specially processed using patented technologies and then woven to form an incredibly soft, lightweight and water-resistant insulation.

PrimaLoft absorbs 3 times less water, is 14% warmer dry and 24% warmer wet than other materials.

The human body has a normal temperature of 36.6 degrees Celsius, however, often cold weather conditions cause normal body temperature to drop! PrimaLoft insulates your body to keep you warm and comfortable even in extreme cold.

PrimaLoft® Sport

PrimaLoft® Sport is a high quality insulation.

The technology behind PrimaLoft® Sport combines ultra-fine and variable diameter fibers to achieve specific performance. Specially processed ultra-fine fibers provide a water-repellent structure, while variable diameter fibers help shape the material.

If you're spending the weekend outdoors, PrimaLoft Sport will keep you comfortable like you're at home, even when it gets wet.

PrimaLoft® Silver Insulation

A high performance synthetic insulation with all the qualities to withstand the elements.

Material characteristics

HEAT WITHOUT EXCESSIVE VOLUME	High ratio of heat-shielding properties to weight: in order to keep warm, no need for a thick layer of clothing.
WATER RESISTANT	Absorbs less moisture initially, keeping you dry and warm.
VAPOR PERMEABLE	Passes water vapor, protecting from cold and dampness.
EASY TO FOLD	Easily folds for storage in tight spaces and for layering.
LIGHT	Keeps warm without extra weight.
INCREDIBLY SOFT	Unsurpassed softness will give a pleasant feeling and will allow you to look attractive.

PRIMALOFT® GOLD INSULATION DOWN BLEND

PRIMALOFT® GOLD is an extremely warm synthetic insulation whose main advantage is its ability to retain heat even when wet.

FILL POWER 750 - high-quality, light, goose down. Provides excellent heat retention. But, as you know, in humid conditions, down loses its ability to retain heat. Just this significant drawback, which scares so many people, is eliminated by synthetic fibers. PRIMALOFT fibers are distributed as evenly as possible in the new insulation. They are not located separately. They are part of the fluff. Due to this, the down receives maximum protection from moisture and retains its traditional qualities - lightness and softness.

PRIMALOFT® GOLD INSULATION DOWN BLEND dries 4x faster and absorbs moisture 10x slower than pure down.

Originally developed for the US Army, PrimaLoft insulation is now used by many brands. The company offers several variations of thermal insulation, from maximum, designed for harsh conditions, to lightweight - for the city. The North Face was one of the first to pay attention to Primaloft Black technology. It is a waterproof synthetic alternative to down filling. It is quite light and suitable for casual wear, jackets and boots. Insulation also often uses the Helly Hansen brand.

Primaloft Black Features

Primaloft has been making synthetic microfiber insulation since the 1980s. Insulation is engineered to mimic all the properties of down, but with less weight, bulk and no loss of properties when wet. The fibers do not retain water, so the wearer of such equipment remains dry and warm, regardless of the weather. The essence of the technology is to create many air pockets that actually trap and retain body heat.

Primaloft has three main types of insulation: Gold, Silver and Black. And if the first and second are more related to serious equipment for harsh conditions, then the latter is applicable in everyday life.

Primaloft Black is most suitable for everyday wear. It has a CLO rating of 0.65. This is a unit of measure for the thermal insulation properties of a product. For example, a down filler with an indicator of 550 will have a rating of 0.7. That is, a jacket with Primaloft Black is equivalent to a warm down jacket.

There are three types of Black insulation in total. All of them are breathable, moisture resistant and provide warmth without extra bulk.

PrimaLoft Black Insulation Eco- Lining made from 60% recycled material. It is obtained from the recycling of plastic bottles, bags and other raw materials.

PrimaLoft Black Down Blend Made from 50% synthetic fibers and 50% down. Due to this, the loss of thermal insulation properties when wet is minimized, but the jacket is more voluminous due to down.

PrimaLoft Black Insulation Hi-Loft with fibers that provide high insulation, similar in feel to down fill, but it is not. The insulation is more compact and softer, while all key properties, such as warmth when wet, are fully preserved.

For the new winter season, the company announced PrimaLoft® Black Insulation ThermoPlume. It is made using small, silky bundles of fibers that are joined together. Such a filler is suitable as an intermediate layer for climbing equipment, as well as for warm urban jackets.

Clothing Primaloft Black

The North Face brand, known for its collections of warm and durable clothing, quite often resorts to the use of synthetic filling. Their jackets are lightweight yet keep you warm in cold and wet weather. When choosing outerwear, you should pay attention to these characteristics. The North Face Primaloft Black uses mainly 60, 80 and 100 grams. Of course, the more popular “silver” insulation is more common, as it is equally good for outdoor activities and the city. It is placed in the iconic Back To Berkeley boots and an array of jackets. However, Primaloft Black is even lighter and is used in demi-season clothing during the period when winter gives way to spring or warm autumn turns into frost.

Synthetic insulation was developed by Albany International by order of the US Army as a quality replacement for down for workwear and. To date, PrimaLoft insulation has reliably conquered the market not only for army clothing, but also for the outdoor market.

First of all, PrimaLoft© insulation is lightweight and durable, and also has excellent thermal insulation properties. In addition, PrimaLoft is highly breathable, and its hygienic properties far exceed those of ordinary goose down. Such excellent results have been achieved due to the thermal properties of the new PrimaLoft microfibers, whose structure has been copied from goose down microfibers. Thus, the thermal resistance of goose down is 2.18, and for PrimaLoft insulation - 2.15, which indicates better thermal insulation of synthetic insulation compared to down. So far, not a single widely used synthetic insulation has come close to such indicators.

PrimaLoft insulation is great as a filler for outerwear or a sleeping bag, as it is lightweight and has a volume comparable to that of down. Compared to goose down, PrimaLoft insulation is water-repellent and hypoallergenic.
Researchers at Albany International have also achieved excellent breathability properties of the insulation due to microscopic air gaps. On the surface of PrimaLoft microfibers, due to their very small size, air molecules accumulate, which provide high thermal insulation properties of the insulation with a relatively thin insulating layer. Thanks to these hollow fibers of large diameter, the so-called "Loft" is maintained during prolonged use, washing, compressing and drying.

Two types of PrimaLoft insulation are used in the outdoor industry:

PrimaLoft© One;
PrimaLoft® Sport.

PrimaLoft© One

PrimaLoft© One insulation is most often used as insulation, both for urban clothing and for outdoor activities. In the production of PrimaLoft© One insulation, ultra-thin microfibers are used, which allow maintaining the thermal insulation properties of the insulation with low weight and volume. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© One dry are 0.92 clo/oz/yd2 and wet are 0.9 clo/oz/yd2 (the thermal insulation value is higher, the higher the thermal insulation characteristic of the material is). It is PrimaLoft© One that retains the greatest thermal insulation and practically does not lose it when wet. It protects against wind and dries faster than goose down.

Application of PrimaLoft© One:

Outerwear
Gloves
Accessories
Sleeping bags
Overalls
Shoes

PrimaLoft® Sport

PrimaLoft® Sport insulation is used in clothing and products for extreme conditions, as this type of insulation is thinner and lighter. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© Sport are 0.79 clo/oz/yd2 dry and 0.72 clo/oz/yd2 wet.

Application of PrimaLoft® Sport:

Outerwear
Hats
Sleeping bags
Military clothing

Care instructions for products with PrimaLoft© insulation:

Follow these care instructions for garments made with PrimaLoft insulation. Machine wash and rinse in cold water on a delicate cycle. Tumble dry at medium temperature on a gentle spin cycle. Dry cleaning, bleaching, ironing or steaming is prohibited.

The most detailed information

Filler for clothing and equipment Primaloft meets the high requirements of the consumer, because it is guaranteed to protect from the cold and does not allow you to experience discomfort due to the peculiarities of the structure. The material is used for warming jackets, suits, overalls for autumn and winter, and is also used in the production of blankets.

Description

Primaloft's insulating fiber was developed using cutting-edge technology to bring the performance of the filling closer to that of natural down. The fibers of the material undergo a waterproof treatment, so the Primaloft insulation is optimally suited for autumn clothing that does not swell in light rain and sleet.

During processing, the fibers are intertwined, and a light, but reliably protecting material from dampness and cold is formed. Compared to its peers, Primaloft is 14-15% warmer when dry and 24-25% better insulated from the cold when wet, while the water absorption of the filler is 300% less compared to competitors in the insulation market.

If you trust the mean testing numbers, then the Primaloft filler has a CTC of 2.15, and the standard among heaters, goose down, is 2.18. This is the minimum possible difference and no other synthetic materials for clothing insulation show such figures.

Advantages

The advantages of this brand of insulation over competitors are obvious, here are the main ones:

Quickly restores volume due to the long-fiber structure,
Does not deform when wearing outerwear,
Possesses the increased water-repellent qualities,
Differs in high heat-shielding properties,
Meets environmental standards
Lets air through.

Clothing with Primaloft insulation perfectly “sits down” on the figure and does not change shape during wear, and blankets with filler do not stray and fit the human body well. A winter jacket with Primaloft insulation will reliably protect against the vagaries of winter and will not turn into a shapeless bag after several months of wear, and the blanket will retain body heat and will not create discomfort that can cause insomnia.

Compliance with environmental standards allows the use of filler for warming children's clothing, as well as outerwear and blankets for people with allergies. Primaloft blankets, jackets and suits literally breathe, while maintaining high thermal insulation properties.

The softness of the insulation corresponds to the softness of goose down and is 20-50% superior to other synthetic analogues. If the material is compressed, it will 100% restore its shape in a few minutes. This is achieved due to the elasticity of the fibers and the peculiarities of the structure of their weave. The silicone treatment of the fiber does not allow the material to retain moisture, which means that a beneficial environment for the growth of bacteria is not created in the filler. Compared to filler manufactured under the Thinsulate LiteLoft brand, Primaloft brand PL1 retains 1200-1300% less moisture.

Classification

Primaloft insulation is available in the following types:

sport,
infinity,
Yarn.

The most common brand is One, in which the fibers have a waterproof treatment. This type of filler is used for all types of outerwear, filling blankets, sleeping bags, gloves and even shoe insulation. The Sport brand is used for tracksuits (professional sports, outdoor activities). The fibers have a variable diameter, so the insulation has a long service life and an increased level of thermal protection.

The Eco brand stands for compliance with strict environmental standards, and Yarn is the softest synthetic filling for clothing, the softness of which is achieved due to the minimum thickness of the fibers.

Care

The care requirements for sleeping bags, suits and other clothing filled with Primaloft are standard for synthetic insulation. For machine washing, choose a delicate mode at temperatures up to 40 degrees. Spinning is possible only at the minimum speed of the drum, steaming and dry cleaning are prohibited.

It is possible to iron products with insulation, but with minimal heating of the iron and without its direct contact with the filler (through the top fabric).

Synthetic insulation PrimaLoft© was developed by Albany International for the US Army as a quality replacement for down for workwear and sleeping bags. To date, PrimaLoft insulation has reliably conquered the market not only for army clothing, but also for the outdoor market.

PrimaLoft insulation is great as a filler for outerwear or a sleeping bag, as it is lightweight and has a volume comparable to that of down. Compared to goose down, PrimaLoft insulation is water-repellent and hypoallergenic. Researchers at Albany International have also achieved excellent breathability properties of the insulation due to microscopic air gaps. On the surface of PrimaLoft microfibers, due to their very small size, air molecules accumulate, which provide high thermal insulation properties of the insulation with a relatively thin insulating layer. Thanks to these hollow fibers of large diameter, the so-called "Loft" is maintained during prolonged use, washing, compressing and drying.

Several types of PrimaLoft insulation are used in the outdoor industry:

- PrimaLoft© One

- PrimaLoft® Sport

- PrimaLoft Eco

- PrimaLoft Eco Footwear

- PrimaLoft Infinity

- PrimaLoft Yarn

- PrimaLoft SYNERGY

The following diagram shows R-value - the value of the thermal resistance of the insulating layer. Specified in CLO. The higher the R-value, the better the thermal insulation properties of the material.

PrimaLoft One

insulation PrimaLoft© One most often used as a heater, both for urban clothing and outdoor clothing for outdoor activities. In the production of PrimaLoft© One insulation, ultra-thin microfibers are used, which allow maintaining the thermal insulation properties of the insulation with low weight and volume. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© One dry are 0.92 clo/oz/yd2 and wet are 0.9 clo/oz/yd2 (the thermal insulation value is higher, the higher the thermal insulation characteristic of the material is). It is PrimaLoft© One that retains the greatest thermal insulation and practically does not lose it when wet. It protects against wind and dries faster than goose down.

Outerwear
Hats (Hat Men's Outdoor Research Inversion Beanie)
Gloves (Black Diamond Enforcer Gloves)
Accessories
Sleeping bags
Overalls
Shoes

PrimaLoft Sport

insulation PrimaLoft® Sport used for the production of clothing and products for extreme conditions, as this type of insulation is thinner and lighter. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© Sport are 0.79 clo/oz/yd2 dry and 0.72 clo/oz/yd2 wet.

Application of PrimaLoft® Sport:

Outerwear (Pants Splav "Quantum", Trousers Splav "Highlander")
Hats
Overalls (Jumpsuit Marmot 8000M Suit)
Sleeping bags (Double sleeping bag Splav "Double 300", Sleeping bag Splav Fantasy 233)
Military clothing

PrimaLoft Eco

PrimaLoft Eco- a heater created for lovers of environmental materials. It is made from 50% recycled ultra-fine fibers and standard PrimaLoft fibers. In combination, the fibers create an effective heat-insulating and moisture-resistant structure. Clothing made with PrimaLoft Eco will keep its wearers dry, warm and comfortable.

Application of PrimaLoft® Eco:

Outerwear

PrimaLoft Eco Footwear

The eco-friendly PrimaLoft® thermal insulation option contains at least 50% recycled ultra-fine fiber material and combines with standard PrimaLoft® fibers to create a thermally efficient and water-resistant insulation structure. Due to the increased softness and ease of insulation, shoes that use PrimaLoft® Eco Footwear keep you dry and comfortable

Application of PrimaLoft® Eco:

Shoes (Boots "Dixon" , Boots "Cobra" , Leather boots Splav "England" , Boots "Wolverine")

PrimaLoft Infinity

PrimaLoft Infinity are heat-insulating blocks that can compress 20% more than similar insulating materials. This type of insulation has a fairly light and soft structure due to the use of ultra-thin fibers in the production. PrimaLoft Infinity has high thermal insulation and moisture resistance. The fibers, united among themselves by a single thread, prevent the appearance of cold spots in the insulating material and ensure the uniformity of the insulation structure over its entire surface. PrimaLoft Infinity provides excellent protection from the cold even when completely wet. This material retains its shape and quality even after numerous washes and dryers.

Application of PrimaLoft® Infinity:

Outerwear

PrimaLoft Yarn

PrimaLoft Yarn- These are threads that are a mixture of PrimaLoft fibers and sheep's wool. This combination is most suitable for the manufacture of outerwear. PrimaLoft Yarn fibers are half the size of cashmere fibers for a softer feel. This material has the property of quickly absorbing moisture from the surface of the skin and bringing it to the surface of the fabric, and this provides additional dryness and comfort.

Application of PrimaLoft® Yarn:

Outerwear
Socks (Lorpen SPFL Ski Primaloft Lightweight Thermal Socks (851))

PrimaLoft SYNERGY

PrimaLoft SYNERGY is an advanced thermal insulation material, which is created on the basis of weaving thin and ultra-thin fibers and combining them into a single thread. The insulation has excellent thermal insulation characteristics. PrimaLoft SYNERGY is a moisture resistant material used in the manufacture of sleeping bags and outerwear.

Application of PrimaLoft® SYNERGY:

Outerwear
Sleeping bags