NOMEX® is a DuPont registered trade

NOMEX® is a DuPont registered trademark for its family
of aromatic polyamide (aramid) fibers. This family consists
of staple fibers, continuous filament yarns, paper, and
spunlaced fabrics. Uses for staple, yarn, and spunlaced
products include apparel fabrics to protect against flash fire
and electric arc exposure; firefighter garments; fabrics and
spun yarns for filtration applications; insulation in fire
resistant thermal protective apparel; rubber reinforcement;
and in transportation textiles such as aircraft carpeting.
Some uses for the paper products include insulation in
electric motors and transformers, wire wrapping, and
honeycombed strength members in many aircraft. This
technical guide focuses on products and end uses for the
staple and yarn products. Information on other
applications may be obtained from the Advanced Fibers
Systems Customer Inquiry Center.