1 / 7Ergodyne Chill-Its 6668 Hi-Vis Cooling Vest, Type R Class 2
Hi-Vis: The Ergodyne Chill-Its 6668 is a unisex high-visibility vest designed to provide water-activated cooling for work in warm conditions. Its stated Type R, Class 2 shell combines with interior storage, a zip closure, and a water-repellent liner, though the listing does not specify a cooling duration beyond saying it provides hours of relief.
At a glance
- Polymer-embedded mid-layer is described as activating with water for hours of core cooling relief.
- Water-repellent liner is intended to help keep the wearer dry.
- Breathable mesh at the bottom is described as improving airflow and limiting water dripping onto clothing.
- Interior neckline loops can hold cooling towels for additional neck cooling.
- Two interior pockets and one exterior pocket provide storage.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines a high-visibility Type R, Class 2 shell with a water-activated cooling layer.
- Three-layer design includes a water-repellent liner and breathable mesh along the bottom.
- Three pockets and a zippered front add practical storage and easy on/off.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Brand | Ergodyne |
|---|---|
| Model | 6668 |
| Department | Unisex |
| High-visibility shell | ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 2 |
|---|---|
| Cooling activation | quickly activates with water |
| Construction | three layers |
| Layer details | 1) an ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 2 high visibility shell, 2) polymer-embedded mid-layer and 3) a water-repellent liner to help keep wearers dry. |
| Storage | 2 lower interior pockets and 1 exterior pocket |
| Closure | zippered closure |
What to know before buying
- The manufacturer describes cooling as lasting hours but gives no specific duration or quantified cooling performance. The cooling effect requires water activation, and neckline towel loops do not mean a towel is included.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Workers seeking a Type R, Class 2 high-visibility vest with water-activated cooling.
- Buyers who want pockets and a water-repellent liner in a cooling work vest.
Less suited to
- Anyone who needs a specified cooling runtime or quantified temperature reduction, since neither is provided.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, with most ratings in the top category, but some ratings are lower and the sample is limited. These figures do not establish why customers rated it as they did. Buyers should weigh the stated water-activated cooling and safety-vest design against the absence of a precise cooling duration.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Chill-Its 6668 cooling activated?
The listing says its polymer-embedded mid-layer activates with water. It claims hours of core cooling relief but does not give a specific duration.
What visibility classification is listed?
The vest is described as having an ANSI/ISEA 107 Type R, Class 2 high-visibility shell.
Does the vest include a cooling towel?
The description says interior neckline loops allow a cooling towel to be inserted, but it does not say a towel is included.
What storage does it have?
The description lists two lower interior pockets and one exterior pocket.
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