The Big Bill FR PRO® Plus 147BDPR4 Ultralight Button-Down Shirt delivers CAT 2 arc-rated and flame-resistant protection in a lightweight design made for long work shifts. Constructed from 4.9 oz FR PRO® Plus fabric, its blend of viscose, meta-aramid, polyamide, para-aramid, and antistatic fibres provides a soft, breathable feel while maintaining an ATPV arc rating of 9 cal/cm². The professional button-down design includes two flap chest pockets with button closures, pencil slots, button cuffs, and a button-down collar. Lightweight construction and reinforced stress points provide a balance of comfort, durability, and protection for demanding industrial work.

Key Features

Ultralight FR construction: 4.9 oz FR PRO® Plus fabric provides a soft, lightweight feel for extended wear.
Breathable fabric: Designed to support comfort and ease of movement throughout long work shifts.
Professional button-down design: Button-down collar and front closure provide a clean workwear appearance.
Dual chest pockets: Two flap pockets with button closures provide practical storage.
Integrated pencil storage: Both chest pockets include a pencil slot.
Reinforced stress points: Bar-tacked construction helps improve durability in high-stress areas.
Button cuffs: Provide a secure, adjustable sleeve closure.

Intended Use

Designed for industrial workplaces requiring lightweight AR/FR protective apparel.

Electrical work
Utilities
Oil and gas
Industrial operations
Maintenance

Product Specifications

Brand: Big Bill
Collection: FR PRO® Plus
Model: 147BDPR4
Product Type: Ultralight FR button-down shirt
Fabric: FR PRO® Plus
Fabric Weight: 4.9 oz
Fabric Composition: 50% viscose / 33% meta-aramid / 10% polyamide / 5% para-aramid / 2% antistatic
Collar: Button-down
Front Closure: Button
Chest Pockets: 2 with flaps and button closures
Pencil Slots: 1 at each chest pocket
Cuffs: Button closure
Reinforcement: Bar-tacked stress points
Care: Industrial laundry

Certifications and Standards

PPE Category 2 – ATPV 9 cal/cm²: Arc-rated PPE category with an arc thermal performance value of 9 cal/cm².
NFPA 70E: Standard addressing electrical safety in the workplace, including protection from arc-flash hazards.
CSA Z462: Canadian workplace electrical safety standard addressing electrical and arc-flash hazards.
ASTM F1506: Performance specification for flame-resistant and arc-rated textile materials used in protective clothing.
NFPA 2112: Standard for flame-resistant garments protecting industrial personnel against short-duration thermal exposures from fire.