How is the waterproofness of the MH500 children's jacket measured?
We measure a fabric's resistance to water pressure expressed in mm water column (test based on JIS 1092 standard). The higher the pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. This waterproof jacket withstands the pressure exerted by 5,000 mm of water (roughly equivalent to a 1-hour downpour).
To validate this, the MH500 waterproof rain jacket was placed for 1 h under a shower discharging 60 l of water/m²/hr. This test reproduces average mountain shower conditions.
How is the fabric of the MH500 waterproof jacket breathable?
The breathability of a component is measured by its "Thermal Evaporative Resistance" (TER).
This is its capacity to let the water vapor produced by the body during effort escape to the outside, thus avoiding the accumulation of water on the skin.
The lower the TER value, the more breathable the fabric.
RET ≤ 6: highly breathable fabric
RET ≤ 12: breathable fabric
RET ≤ 20: fabric with low breathability
How are the components of the MH500 children's rain jacket tested for resistance?
Abrasion and rub resistance tests: for example, we use laboratory tests to ensure that fleeces do not pilling. Colorfastness test: dye fastness is checked to ensure that no bleeding is possible on contact with saliva. Aging test: repeated washing must not alter fabric properties, behavior, thickness or appearance.
How do I care for the MH500 children's rain jacket?
1/ Machine wash (30 to 40°C): hook-and-loop fasteners and zippers closed, mild detergent. Turn jackets and pants inside out. Remember to loosen straps and elastic parts.
2/ Avoid folding garments too much in the machine: risk of damage.
3/ Don't mix garment styles or colors.
4/ Don't use bleach or fabric softener.
5/ Select a thorough rinse and gentle spin.
6/ Tumble dry or line dry (minimum temperature + time).
