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ISP-202 Stealth Head System
Installation Instructions
ISP-1010 Two Piece Lateral Head Support System
Installation
Instructions
ISP-1015 Three Piece Head Support System
Installation
Instructions
ISP-1024 Two Piece Lateral Head Support System
Order
Form
ISP-1025 Two Piece Lateral Head Support System
Order
Form
Aluminum Seat Driver Measurement Guide
Order
Form
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ISP Product Trifold
NHRA Rulebook Insert
ISP-1010, 1015, 1016, 1025 Insert
ISP-COT Insert
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How do I pick the right
size standard seat?
A: ISP seat widths are based on the width of your hips. Using only a straight
edge ruler, have the driver sit on a bench with legs hanging over the side. Measure the width of the hips through the center
line of the body side to side. Do not measure across the lap of the driver as this will give a larger than required measurement.
Take this measurement as the standard size of seat required. If the measurement is 15" then you would order a 15 inch"
standard seat, if the measurement is 15 ¾" choose the next larger seat i.e. a 16 inch seat. (Detailed Instructions)
Q: What if I need to make a change to a
ISP seat?
A: Whether you want to lower the ribs an inch or make major modifications, ISP can
custom build seats to your specifications. To order a custom seat we require a faxed copy of our custom order form and any special details written on paper and faxed
to ISP at (704) 455-2009. A hard copy of your specifications is the only way we can ensure customer satisfaction. We strongly
discourage modifying any ISP seat after purchase, untested modifications will compromise strength and safety any seat.
Q: Can I get extra supports for my ISP seat?
A: ISP offers additional
seat mountable supports and restraints for extra protection. Head, shoulder and leg supports are available. Many of our support
systems are cross compatible with seats not classified in the same in the same categories. Our support systems will allow
you to upgrade your current non-ISP driver containment system to better suit your safety needs. All of our support systems
are proven to offer increased protection and help reduce driver fatigue.
Q:
I was in an accident and my ISP seat is bent, what should I do?
A: If your ISP seat is bent, wrinkled, separated
or in any way deformed; it should be replaced, the structure of the seat has been compromised. Testing has shown a properly
designed aluminum seats will absorb and evenly distribute loads placed upon your body during accidents. Using a seat that
is deformed or modified will only increase your risk of injury.
Q: If I Powder
Coat my ISP seat can I get replacement molding and foam?
A: Powder coating any aluminum racing seat has been
proven to reduce it's ability to protect you in an accident. Aluminum has a much lower melting point than steel, when
you heat an aluminum seat for powder coating it will reduce the temper placed in the material and change it's ability
to protect you.
Q: Why are ISP seats not punched with weight saving holes like other seat manufacturers?
A: At ISP we have proven through crash testing and other lab tests, your life is worth more than a minimal
amount of weight saved by punching holes in a structural material.
Q: Will my seat work with the HANS device?
A: Yes, ISP offers offset head retrofit kits that can be added to most any manufacturers high or lowback
seat, we do however recommend using our stealth head and shoulder support system. Do not use any manufacturers seat with a head support only or shoulder support only, both devices
must be used as a system to prevent injury.
Q: Why should I choose ISP to
build my aluminum racing seat?
A: Because ISP seats are without question the safest and most tested racing seats
available. Each seat is designed to protect the individual driver, ensuring the best fit. ISP seats have a stellar record
both in the lab and on the track. No other safety systems manufacturer has performed more sled tests than ISP. ISP seats are
race proven - check out the "ISP in the News" link on this web site for press releases related to our success. ISP seats fit best, protect
best, and let you keep your mind on the race, where it belongs.
Q: Which ISP
Seat should I choose?
A: Contact us by calling (704) 455-3060 and we will help you select the best seat and
accessories for your application. Due to the custom nature of our products, only ISP can offer you the safest, most comfortable
driver's environment for your application.
Q: Will my ISP seat accept different styles of safety belts?
A: Yes. Contact ISP for more information on specific styles of safety belts which our seats can accommodate.
Please feel free to ask questions about your belt mounting locations and angles, seat belt mounting angles and material types
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What is  ?
CarbonX is the brand name behind
the products produced by Chapman Thermal Products. CarbonX in its raw form, is a yarn created by spinning O-PAN (oxidized
polyacrylonitrile) fiber with an Aramid strenghthening fiber. This formula results in a yarn with amazing fire resistant characteristics
that serves as the precursor to a wide array of products and applications requiring heat and flame resistance. The CarbonX
yarn can then be converted into an array of fabrics ranging from woven fabrics, knitted fabrics and non-woven felts.
To better understand the differences between CarbonX®
and competitive products such as Nomex, Kevlar, PBI, Proban, Basofil and Panox, among others, one must first understand the
technical functions and objectives relating to these products.
The basic concept and definition of a high performance
FR fabric is usually considered a manmade fiber with a continuous operating temperature ranging between 375° to 600°
f. The fibers are classified as having favorable characteristics in at least one of the following performance properties:
operating temperature, the limit of heat transfer, tensile strength when exposed to high temperature, chemical resistance
and, LOI. Most of the FR fabrics currently used for FR safety applications perform well in one, sometimes two of these areas,
CarbonX® performs extremely well with all of these performance properties and more. CarbonX® also has the highest
LOI rating of any FR fabric available.
Torch
Testing 
CarbonX® yarns and fabrics
will not burn when exposed to intense heat or flame, because the actual fibers will carbonize and then expand, eliminating
any oxygen content within the fabric. This performance relative to heat and flame is why CarbonX® outperforms and is superior
to any and all FR fibers and fabrics currently available. Temperature and flame retardancy are often confused. Flame retardancy
is commonly measured by the LOI, the amount of oxygen needed in the atmosphere to support combustion. Fibers / fabrics with
an LOI greater than 25 are said to be flame retardant, meaning there must be at least 25% oxygen present for the fabric to
burn. Obviously, the higher the LOI, the more fire retardant the fabric is. The LOI rating for the majority of the FR fabrics
on the market is usually achieved by adding a flame retardant finish to the fiber or fabric, which results in deterioration
after continued UV exposure and normal laundry care. CarbonX®, on the other hand, is also a manmade fiber but is never
treated with any additives or chemicals. UV exposure, laundry and chemicals will not significantly effect the performance
properties.
Another relevant rating system that has been used for years is the Thermal Protective Performance,
or TPP. This applies to the garment's ability to provide thermal protection when exposed to both direct flame and radiant
heat, and the length of time before a person is subject to second-degree burns. After extensive TPP, flammability and shrinkage
test comparisons between the leading FR fabrics and CarbonX®, based on the autoracing industry SFI standards, the results
show CarbonX is a superior product. At approximately 600° f., the leading FR fabrics burn, begin to shrink while charring,
then crack and decompose. This is all in about 10 seconds. Under flammability testing, the FR fabrics will ignite and they
often have problems passing the shrinkage test. Under the same conditions, CarbonX® is not effected in any way. It even
disburses the heat energy and will take about 60 seconds before the heat will start penetrating the next layer of fabric.
CarbonX® will not ignite or burn even when exposed to temperatures exceeding 2600° f. for over 120 seconds. As for
material shrinkage, it does not exist with CarbonX®. See testing results.
As with many of the fire retardant fabrics on the market, CarbonX® offers numerous applications
for many products in many industries. CarbonX® goes beyond the norm in regards to thermal barrier shielding, radiant heat
deflection, minimum heat conductivity and it's incredible ability to not ignite, burn, char, shrink or decompose. CarbonX®
also has excellent moisture regain along with minimal moisture retention.
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