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When it comes to protecting workers from arc flash hazards, standards matter. One of the most important updates in recent years to EN 61482-1-1 (Open Arc Test) is the introduction of the ELIM value. At DOMEX SAFETY, we specialize in producing high-quality arc flash coveralls, shirts, and pants, and understanding ELIM helps safety managers make more informed PPE choices.
ELIM stands for Incident Energy Limit. It defines the maximum incident energy (cal/cm²) that a garment can withstand without causing a second-degree burn or fabric breakopen. Unlike older measures, ELIM removes the probability factor, offering a clearer safety margin for end users.
ATPV (Arc Thermal Performance Value): The energy level at which there is a 50% chance of a second-degree burn.
EBT (Energy Breakopen Threshold): The point where fabric breaks open under arc exposure.
ELIM (Incident Energy Limit): A safer, conservative limit where the garment prevents burns and breakopen with no injury risk.
This means ELIM provides a more reliable guarantee of protection compared to ATPV and EBT.
For industries such as utilities, oil & gas, and heavy electrical maintenance, arc flash risk is ever-present. By choosing garments tested for ELIM, employers and workers gain:
Greater confidence in protection levels
Safer margins with no probability of burn at the rated value
Simpler decision-making when selecting arc flash PPE
At DOMEX SAFETY, we manufacture CAT 2 arc flash garments with ATPV ≥ 8 cal/cm², rigorously tested to international standards including EN 61482 and NFPA 70E. Our commitment to including ELIM values ensures clients receive PPE that not only meets but exceeds expectations for safety and reliability.
ELIM represents a significant step forward in arc flash protection by prioritizing certainty and safety. When you choose DOMEX SAFETY arc flash coveralls, shirts, and pants, you’re choosing products tested to the highest international standards, keeping workers safe in the world’s most demanding environments.
