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Thermolite® — High-Performance Insulation Fiber

Lightweight thermal insulation by Invista™ that delivers warmth without weight — engineered for medical protective apparel, cold-store workwear and multi-layer industrial garments.

Type: Hollow-core polyester insulation
Weight: 25% lighter than down equivalents
Performance retained when wet

What Makes Thermolite® an Industrial Standard

Invista™ Thermolite® hollow-core polyester insulation fiber — delivers warmth without weight. Used in cold-store workwear, cryogenic protection suits and multi-layer medical garments.

Key Material Properties
Fiber Type
Hollow-core polyester (Invista™ Thermolite®)
Insulation Method
Trapped air in hollow fiber core
Insulation Weights
40 / 80 / 120 g/m²
Wet Performance
Retains 85%+ insulation when wet
Compressibility
Highly compressible — quick-dry
Certification
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified

Technical Performance Data

Thermolite® Performance Data
Property Test Method Result
Insulation Value (light) EN ISO 11092 0.12–0.18 m²·K/W
Insulation Value (regular) EN ISO 11092 0.20–0.28 m²·K/W
Wet Insulation Retention In-house test ≥85% of dry value
Moisture Wicking AATCC 195 Good — vertical wicking >60mm
Compressibility Returns to full loft after compression
Weight Range 40 / 80 / 120 g/m²

Why We Use Thermolite® in Our Products

Warmth Without Weight

Hollow-core structure traps air efficiently — Thermolite® delivers equivalent warmth at 25% less weight than traditional polyester fill, reducing garment bulk for workers needing full mobility.

Performs When Wet

Unlike natural down (which collapses when wet), Thermolite® retains 85%+ of insulation value when damp — essential for cold-store workers moving between temperature zones throughout the shift.

Easy Care

Machine washable and quick-drying — Thermolite® garments can be laundered at standard industrial wash temperatures without losing insulation performance, reducing total cost of ownership.

Thermolite® Downloads

Thermolite® Insulation Data Sheet
PDF Technical specification
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OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Certificate
PDF Product safety certification
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Thermolite® Technical Guide (Invista)
PDF Invista brand documentation
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PDF documents are available on request. Contact us to receive technical specifications and test reports.

Specify Thermolite® in Your Next PPE Order?

Request a Quote for Thermolite®-Based Products

Thermolite® insulated workwear, cold-store suits and multi-layer protective garments — available from our ISO 9001 certified facility. Request a quote.