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Arc Rating: A value of the energy necessary to pass through any given fabric to cause with 50% probability a second or third degree burn. This value is measured in calories/cmÂ². The necessary Arc Rating for an article of clothing is determined by a Hazard/Risk Assessment and the resulting HRC. Usually measured in terms of ATPV or EBT. Simple put the ARC rating determines the protective characteristics of the fabric. The higher the ARC rating value the greater the protection.
Arc Length Definition. Arc length is a linear measure of the arc measured along the circle. It can be understood, that the arc length is a fraction of the circumference of the circle. To measure the arc length physically: Place a thin wire or thread carefully along the circle.