Proguard Aprons have a 2 year warranty

2 Year Warranty

Our commitment to quality means our aprons are backed by a 2-year warranty.

Proguard Aprons are made in the USA

Made in the USA

All of our Proguard aprons are proudly made here in South Florida.

Apollo aprons made with antimicrobial fabrics

CE Certified

Proguard Aprons are all CE certified and tested regularly to the highest IEC standards.

Our average lead times are 3-4 weeks

3-4 Week Lead Times

Okay, our aprons may not be eligible for Amazon Prime, but the quality of our aprons is worth the wait.

Proguard aprons are the best custom aprons in the industry

Custom Champions

Our team of experts can make any custom apron you need. We've even made an apron out of a flag (no joke).

Find Your Lead Apron Style

Each Protech lead apron style is designed for a specific workload. Use the guide below to match your style to your procedure type and daily wear requirements.


Frontal Lead APron

Frontal Aprons

Single-piece coverage for the front of the body. Best for short, low-scatter procedures. Lightest option in the line.

Pros

  • Great flexibility and mobility
  • Much lighter than full protection aprons
  • Best for shorter procedures
  • Forgiving on size

Cons

  • No back protection
  • Reduced lateral protection

 

Recommended Frontal Apron

Flexback Apron

Vest Skirt Lead Apron

Vest Skirt Aprons

Two-piece design that transfers weight from the shoulders to the hips. Best for extended fluoroscopy and high-volume technologists. Reduces shoulder load by up to 70%.

Pros

  • Excellent protection - front, back and lateral protection
  • Best for long procedures with high exposure
  • Better than frontals for sitting procedures

Cons

  • One of the heaviest apron styles
  • Not forgiving on size

 

Recommended Vest Skirt Apron

Essential Vest Skirt Flexback Apron

Wraparound Lead Apron

Wraparound Aprons

Full wraparound coverage. Front and back protection in a single garment. Preferred in high-scatter interventional environments.

Pros

  • Excellent protection - front, back and lateral protection
  • Best for long procedures with high exposure
  • Easier to don and promotes good posture

Cons

  • Heavier than frontal style aprons
  • Not forgiving on size

 

Recommended Wraparound Apron

Wraparound Flexback Apron

Choose Your Protection Level

Your choice of core material and thickness is a major factor to consider since they are directly correlated to your apron's weight and protection. It's also important to note that certain countries, states, or hospital groups have a minimum protection level requirement for their lead. Please take this into consideration when purchasing your apron. For more information on our Core Materials, please visit our Core Materials page.

Core Material Types

While all of our core materials perform optimally at key kV ranges (70-110kV), certain elements perform better at the lower/higher end of the kV spectrum. If you're looking for protection at the widest range of kV, lead is the industry "gold standard."

The only problem is that lead is HEAVY. Which is why we offer Prolite, Premier, and Nano lead-free core materials with weight reductions of 16-33% lighter than lead.

Lead Core Material Logo

Lead

Prolite Core Material Logo

Prolite

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Premier

Nano Core Material Logo

Nano

Core Material Thickness

Higher thicknesses mean more attenuation/protection but also more weight. While negligible, a higher thickness can also mean less flexibility for your apron. We offer the following protection levels: 0.25mm, 0.35mm, 0.50mm LE. Most customers select 0.35mm or 0.50mm LE for their apron to achieve a balance of weight and protection.

0.25mm LE core material thickness

Lightest

Attenuates from 86-91% @ 90kV

0.35mm LE Core Material Thickness

Optimal

Attenuates approx. 94% @ 90kV

0.50mm LE Core Material Thickness

Standard

Attenuates approx. 97% @ 90kV

ADDITIONAL APRON RESOURCES

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Sizing and Measurements
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Test Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is the best lead apron for fluoroscopy?
For fluoroscopy, a vest-skirt or Flexback apron at 0.50mm Pb is the standard recommendation. These styles distribute weight more evenly than a frontal apron, reducing fatigue during prolonged procedures. Wrap-style aprons offer additional back coverage for high-scatter environments.
2How heavy is a lead apron?
Weight varies by style and protection level. A standard frontal apron at 0.50mm Pb typically weighs 7–9 lbs. A full vest-skirt at 0.50mm Pb runs approximately 15–18 lbs, though weight is distributed across the hips rather than the shoulders. Protech's Nano lead-free line runs up to 33% lighter than standard lead at equivalent protection levels.
3What is the difference between a frontal and vest-skirt lead apron?
A frontal apron is a single-piece garment covering the front of the body — lighter and better suited for short procedures. A vest-skirt is a two-piece system where the vest and skirt are worn separately, distributing weight to the hips and significantly reducing shoulder and back strain for staff in extended-use environments.
4How long do lead aprons last?
With proper care and storage, Protech lead aprons can last up to 10 years, but we highly recommend replacing them after a maximum of 5 years to ensure full protection. All aprons should be inspected annually per NCRP guidelines. Protech backs every apron with a 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
5Are Protech lead aprons ASTM certified?
Yes. All Protech lead aprons are tested to ASTM 2547-18 and EN 61331-3:2014 standards. Certification documentation is available on our product testing page.

MADE TO MEASURE APRONS

For those looking for a tailor-fitted apron, Protech pride's itself on making some of the best in the industry. To begin ordering your made-to-measure apron, please view our apron size charts and measuring guide. Once you've made all your measurements, visit our contact us page and select "Made to measure apron request." A sales rep will get back to you with more information.