Dräger CPS 5800 — gas-tight protective suit of type 1b (Zytron® 500)

The Dräger CPS 5800 is a limited-use, gas-tight protective suit of type 1b, made of the soft Zytron® 500 laminate with seams welded on both the inside and outside. It offers a very long breakthrough (permeation) time — over 480 minutes for a wide range of chemicals, including acetone, ammonia, chlorine, ethylene oxide, 96% sulfuric acid, 40% sodium hydroxide and toluene. Fixed butyl + laminate gloves combine chemical protection with puncture resistance.

Note: Limited use. The full list of resistance and breakthrough times is confirmed by the Dräger data sheet. Certified to EN 943-1:2002.

Key features

• Gas-tight suit of type 1b, limited use.
• Zytron® 500 material — soft laminate; seams welded on both sides.
• Breakthrough time > 480 min for many chemicals (acetone, ammonia, chlorine, EtO, H₂SO₄ 96%, NaOH 40%, toluene).
• Fixed butyl + laminate gloves (chemical and puncture protection).
• SOLAS approval — also marine applications.

Technical specification

Applications

Intensive chemical hazards requiring single/limited-use gas-tight protection, including marine applications (SOLAS).

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How long is the protection time of the CPS 5800?

The breakthrough (permeation) time exceeds 480 minutes for many aggressive chemicals, including chlorine, ammonia, 96% sulfuric acid and toluene.

Is it a reusable suit?

No — the CPS 5800 is limited use (usually disposed of after contact with heavy contamination).

Brand and service

Dräger — SafeTech: authorised selection, delivery, fitting (size, gloves, visor, SCBA compatibility) and periodic leak tests of gas-tight suits.

Why SafeTech

• 23 years of experience in safety and personal protection (the company has operated since 2003).
• Selection of protective clothing to match the chemical hazard and compatibility with the breathing apparatus.
• Delivery throughout Poland; technical support, training and servicing of personal protective equipment.
• SafeTech Safety Academy — training in working in hazardous zones.

Availability and service — Gdynia and the Tricity

Dräger CPS 5800 — gas-tight protective suit of type 1b (Zytron® 500) — sales, selection, calibration and service in Gdynia (Suchy Dwór, on the border of Gdynia and the Kosakowo municipality). We serve the Tricity (Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia), Rumia, Reda, Wejherowo, the Pomeranian Voivodeship and all of Poland. Ask about our offer and availability.