What Happens When Regular Fabric Meets a Sharp Edge?
Everyday clothing is primarily designed for comfort, appearance, and movement. Most ordinary fabrics are not made to withstand contact with sharp edges.
When a sharp object moves across regular clothing, the fibers may separate and the fabric can tear. Once the material opens, the cutting force can reach the layer underneath and increase the risk of a laceration.
CLIPEUS Type 1 Knit is designed differently.
Designed to Resist Cutting and Tearing
CLIPEUS Type 1 uses a high-strength knitted fabric developed to resist cutting and fiber separation.
Compared with ordinary clothing, the fabric is designed to remain intact longer when exposed to a cutting force. This additional barrier may help reduce cut-through and lower the risk of a laceration.
The wearer may still feel pressure or impact. Depending on the force involved, bruising or other injuries may still occur. Cut-resistant clothing is intended to reduce cutting risk, not eliminate every possibility of injury.
EN 388 Cut Level 5
CLIPEUS Type 1 Knit achieved:
EN 388 Cut Level 5
This result demonstrates measurable cut resistance under controlled laboratory test conditions.
EN 388 Cut Level 5 does not mean that the garment is cut-proof. Actual performance can vary depending on factors such as:
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The sharpness and shape of the object
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The amount of force applied
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The angle and direction of contact
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Repeated cutting in the same area
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The condition and fit of the garment
Damaged or heavily worn protective clothing should be inspected and replaced when necessary.
Regular Clothing vs. CLIPEUS Type 1
Regular Clothing
Ordinary fabric may tear more easily when exposed to a sharp edge. Once the fabric opens, there is less material between the sharp object and the body.
CLIPEUS Type 1 Knit
CLIPEUS Type 1 is designed to resist tearing and maintain the fabric structure longer. The impact may still be felt, but the intact material provides an additional protective layer.
Less fabric failure may mean a lower risk of cut-through and laceration.
Everyday Protection Without a Tactical Appearance
CLIPEUS Type 1 is designed as discreet protective innerwear.
Its sleeveless knitted construction can be worn underneath:
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Shirts
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Jackets
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Workwear
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Uniforms
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Everyday clothing
The simple design provides an additional protective layer without the appearance of tactical equipment.
An Additional Layer of Protection
No protective garment can prevent every injury.
CLIPEUS Type 1 Knit is not described as cut-proof, knife-proof, or completely resistant to sharp objects. It is designed to provide measurable cut resistance and help reduce the risk of fabric failure and laceration.
Always avoid dangerous situations whenever possible.
CLIPEUS Type 1 Knit
EN 388 Cut Level 5
Protective innerwear made in Korea
The images shown in this article are simplified visual representations of a cut-resistance comparison. Product performance is based on controlled material testing and may vary in real-world situations.
