Our PU-coated polyester Oxford-145 in HV Orange passed the breaking and tear strength tests of EN ISO 20471, the standard for high-visibility clothing. Aitex measured 1241 N breaking strength and 60 N tear strength, against minimums of 100 N and 20 N.
What was tested?
Fabric Oxford-145, 100% polyester, 145 gsm, plain 1/1, PU 1000 mm coating, water repellent, colour HV Orange. Laboratory: Aitex, Spain. Test report 2026EP4905, 4 November 2026.
What does this mean for you?
- Fewer tears in use. The fabric is more than 11 times stronger than EN ISO 20471 requires for breaking and 3 times for tearing. Jackets, vests and trousers can take snags on tools, fences and vehicle doors without ripping.
- Easier garment certification. The fabric is already tested by Aitex to EN ISO 20471 in HV Orange and HV Yellow. You can submit our certificates of test with your garment’s EN ISO 20471 technical file.
- Colour that stays compliant. HV colour and brightness meet EN ISO 20471 after 5 washes at 60°C and after xenon light exposure, so garments stay visible after washing and sun.
- Rain protection for short outdoor tasks. EN 343 Class 1 is the entry level: it keeps out light rain during short jobs outside, such as traffic control, loading or site visits. For all-day work in heavy rain choose a Class 4 membrane fabric such as Rainblock-140, rated Class 4 for water penetration and Class 4 for breathability (EN ISO 24232, Aitex 2026).
Which certificates does Oxford-145 hold?
- HV Orange: EN ISO 20471 and EN 343:2019, water vapour resistance Class 1, water penetration resistance Class 1 (Aitex certificate of test 2026EP1105, 9 March 2026).
- HV Yellow: EN ISO 20471 (Aitex certificate of test 2026EP1341, 17 March 2026).
Both certificates cover the fabric after 5 washes at 60°C and after xenon light exposure.
How should the fabric be cared for?
EN ISO 6330, programme 6N at 60°C, tumble drying type A1 — the conditions used for the tests.
Results by test (HV Orange, report 2026EP4905)
| Test | Standard | Requirement | Result | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breaking strength | EN ISO 1421:2016 | ≥ 100 N in both directions | 1241 N warp / 1153 N weft | ✓ Pass |
| Tear resistance | EN ISO 4674-1:2016, method A | ≥ 20 N in both directions | 60 N warp / 81 N weft | ✓ Pass |
The new values are in the updated technical datasheet.
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