--- title: Power Air™ date: 2018-11-27T06:37:00-08:00 author: Admin Istrator canonical_url: "https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/power-air" section: Interior Pages --- [Skip to Main Content](#main-content-wrapper) Accessibility Feedback Ask Us About Power Air™ # Power Air™. ## Beyond Efficient. [ Features & Benefits. ](#fdp-features) [ Fabric Film. ](#fdp-film) [ Information. ](#fdp-information) [ FAQs. ](#faq) [ Products. ](#fdp-products) [ Stories. ](#fdp-stories) Jump to Section. With thermal insulation, made to last. ![Power Air™ fabric detail]() ## Power Air™ Key Features & Benefits. ![]()### Encapsulated air. ![]()### Dual surface. ![]()### Sheds up to 80% less.\*. ![]()### Warmth without weight. ![]()### Highly durable. ![Power Air™ fabric detail]() ![Power Air™]() # Power Air™. ## Polartec® Power Air™ is engineered to minimize the shedding of loose fiber fragments\*, improving fabric durability and reducing our impact on the planet. Encapsulating body warmth in air pockets, Power Air™ is a lightweight insulation fabric with high durability and breathability to perform better and longer over time. - Made to reduce fiber fragment shedding by up to 80%\*. - Layer comfortably with other fabrics. - Comfortable and lightweight, keeping you warm without weighing you down. - Made to withstand wear and tear, resilience you can rely on. - Thermal efficiency that keeps heat in when it's needed, let it out when it's not. \*Up to 80% less fiber fragments are shed on average during home laundering, according to AATCC 212 – 2021, when compared to the base line fabric. ![Polartec® Power Air™ is engineered to minimize the shedding of loose fiber fragments*, improving fabric durability and reducing our impact on the planet. Encapsulating body warmth in air pockets, Power Air™ is a lightweight insulation fabric with high durability and breathability to perform better and longer over time.]() ### What is Polartec® Power Air™? ### What is Polartec® Power Air™? Polartec® Power Air™ is a revolutionary knit fabric that encapsulates air within a smooth shell to deliver reliable insulation and optimal warmth while reducing microfiber shedding and pollution. Designed to keep you warm and minimize environmental impact, Polartec® Power Air™ is an ideal lightweight yet durable insulation fabric. ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ reduce microfiber shedding? ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ reduce microfiber shedding? Polartec® Power Air™ is engineered to shed up to 80% less fiber fragments compared to other fabrics, especially during home laundering. It does so by encapsulating the insulating fibers, the ones most likely to shed, within its construction thereby protecting them from breakage and loss. This not only improves the fabric durability but also helps to lower environmental impact, making it a more sustainable choice. (AATCC 212 – 2021 study confirms an average of 80% less shedding.) ### What makes Polartec® Power Air™ so efficient? ### What makes Polartec® Power Air™ so efficient? Polartec® Power Air™ is made with proprietary technology that encapsulates air within the fabric to retain body heat. By creating thermal pockets that maintain warmth without the added weight, the advanced design allows for a lightweight yet highly effective insulation fabric that performs over time. ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ provide warmth without weight? ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ provide warmth without weight? Polartec® Power Air™ uses air encapsulation to create thermal insulation without the need for heavy, bulky materials. This means you get the warmth you need while maintaining comfort and freedom of movement, all in a lightweight design. ### Is Polartec® Power Air™ breathable? ### Is Polartec® Power Air™ breathable? Yes, like all our fleece, Polartec® Power Air™ is engineered for high breathability. The dual surface design enhances airflow, allowing moisture to escape and helping you stay comfortable even during intense activity. ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ perform over time? ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ perform over time? Polartec® Power Air™ is a lightweight insulation fabric that is designed to withstand wear and tear. With the durability to perform better and longer over time, Polartec® Power Air™ is tough, yet comfortable, offering reliable thermal insulation in various environments. ### Can Polartec® Power Air™ be easily layered? ### Can Polartec® Power Air™ be easily layered? Absolutely! Polartec® Power Air™ is made to layer comfortably with other fabrics. Its lightweight and breathable design make it an ideal complement for other materials, providing flexible layering options without bulk. ### How do I care for Polartec® Power Air™? ### How do I care for Polartec® Power Air™? Polartec® Power Air™ is easy to care for and with its low shedding properties, it requires less maintenance than other fabrics. Simply wash it in cold water, use gentle detergent, and avoid fabric softeners. Air drying is recommended, but Polartec® Power Air™ can be tumble-dried on low heat. ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ reduce environmental impact? ### How does Polartec® Power Air™ reduce environmental impact? Polartec® Power Air™ is engineered protecting the insulating fibers, which are those most likely to shed, from breakage and loss. As a result, it sheds up to 80% fewer microfibers during laundering and plays a key role in reducing environmental pollution from synthetic fibers. This innovative approach helps improve fabric sustainability without compromising its technical performance and insulating properties. ### Where can I purchase Polartec® Power Air™? ### Where can I purchase Polartec® Power Air™? If you're interested in using Polartec® Power Air™ for your designs or collections, please fill out the form below and our team will contact you with more details. Looking for inspiration for your designs? Check out Products and our Made To Partner stories. ## Go Beyond, Today. From industry insider access, to community updates, be the first to know what we’re doing next. [ Made With Power Air™. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Air%E2%84%A2) [ ![Official UCI Rainbow Casual Jacket]() Santini. ### Official UCI Rainbow Casual Jacket. Made with **Power Air™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/santini-official-uci-rainbow-casual-jacket) [ ![Women's Mono Air Houdi]() Houdini. ### Women's Mono Air Houdi. Made with **Power Air™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/houdini-sportswear-ab-womens-mono-air-houdi) [ ![Men's Mono Air Houdi]() Houdini. ### Men's Mono Air Houdi. Made with **Power Air™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/houdini-sportswear-ab-mens-mono-air-houdi) [View All Power Air™. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Air%E2%84%A2) ![Alpha™]()## Alpha™. Beyond Active Insulation. Adaptive knit technology, made for changing conditions. [Explore Alpha™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/alpha) ![Micro Series Fleece]()## Micro Series Fleece. Beyond The Original. The benchmark for soft fleece, made for the cold outdoors. [Explore Micro Series Fleece. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/fleece-series) ![High Loft™]()## High Loft™. Beyond Cozy And Light. An original, elevated. Fleece made lighter and loftier. [Explore High Loft™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/high-loft) ![Power Fill™]()## Power Fill™. Beyond Maximum Warmth. Synthetic insulation made for the freezing outdoors. [Explore Power Fill™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/power-fill) ![Thermal Pro™]()## Thermal Pro™. Beyond Fleece. The evolution of an original, made to be versatile. [Explore Thermal Pro™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/thermal-pro) ![Wind Pro™]()## Wind Pro™. Beyond Wind Resistance. Advanced weather protection fleece, made to face the wind. [Explore Wind Pro™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/insulation/wind-pro) ## Power Air™ Stories. [ ![Featured Partner: Tracksmith]() ### Featured Partner: Tracksmith ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-tracksmith) [ ![Partner Product Release: Santini X Polartec® Windbloc™]() ### Partner Product Release: Santini X Polartec® Windbloc™ ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-release-santini-x-polartec-windbloc) [ ![Featured Partner: Mammut]() ### Featured Partner: Mammut ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-mammut) [ ![Partner Product Launch: Sportful x Polartec | Layer Beyond Limits]() ### Partner Product Launch: Sportful x Polartec | Layer Beyond Limits ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-launch-polartec-x-sportful-layer-beyond-limits) [ ![Partner Product Launch: Sportful Fiandre 2 Jacket X Polartec® Aircore™]() ### Partner Product Launch: Sportful Fiandre 2 Jacket X Polartec® Aircore™ ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-launch-sportful-fiandre-2-jacket-x-polartec-aircore) [ ![Partner Product Launch: New Castelli Perfetto RoS 3 Jacket X Polartec®]() ### Partner Product Launch: New Castelli Perfetto RoS 3 Jacket X Polartec® ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-launch-new-castelli-perfetto-ros-3-jacket-x-polartec) [ ![Featured Partner: Haglöfs]() ### Featured Partner: Haglöfs ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-hagl%C3%B6fs-2) [ ![Featured Partner: La Sportiva]() ### Featured Partner: La Sportiva ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-la-sportiva) [ ![Featured Partner: Berghaus]() ### Featured Partner: Berghaus ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-berghaus) [ ![Partner Product Release: MAAP Power Air ¼ Zip X Polartec® Power Air™]() ### Partner Product Release: MAAP Power Air ¼ Zip X Polartec® Power Air™ ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-release-maap-power-air-%C2%BC-zip-x-polartec-power-air) [ ![Partner Product Release: Peak Performance Freelight Crew X Polartec® Power Grid™]() ### Partner Product Release: Peak Performance Freelight Crew X Polartec® Power Grid™ ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-release-new-product-release-peak-performance-freelight-crew-x-polartec-power-grid) [ ![Partner Product Launch: Haglöfs L.I.M ZT 2.0 Collection X Polartec®]() ### Partner Product Launch: Haglöfs L.I.M ZT 2.0 Collection X Polartec® ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-release-hagl%C3%B6fs-l-i-m-zt-2-0-collection-x-polartec) [ ![Partner Product Launch: New Castelli Ultra Rain Cape]() ### Partner Product Launch: New Castelli Ultra Rain Cape ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-launch-new-castelli-ultra-rain-cape) [ ![Featured Partner: ThruDark]() ### Featured Partner: ThruDark ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-thrudark-2) [ ![Featured Partner: 66°North]() ### Featured Partner: 66°North ](https://www.polartec.com/news/featured-partner-66-north-2) [ ![Partner Product Release: Ornot]() ### Partner Product Release: Ornot ](https://www.polartec.com/news/partner-product-release-ornot-3) [View All. ](/news) ## Welcome in. ### From Industry insider access to community updates, stay in the loop with everything we do. ### Polartec® Accessibility Feedback. 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