Akona AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve Black
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Akona AQ-TEC men’s sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.
| Size | Chest in · cm |
Waist in · cm |
Height ft/in · cm |
Weight lb · kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS |
33–35 83–89 |
27–29 68–73 |
5′3″–5′5″ 158–164 |
128–141 58–64 |
| XS |
35–37 89–94 |
29–31 73–78 |
5′4″–5′6″ 162–168 |
137–150 62–68 |
| SM |
37–39 94–99 |
31–33 78–83 |
5′5″–5′7″ 166–172 |
146–159 66–72 |
| MD |
38–40 96–101 |
32–34 81–86 |
5′7″–5′9″ 170–176 |
154–168 70–76 |
| LG |
41–43 104–109 |
35–37 89–94 |
5′9″–6′1″ 178–184 |
172–185 78–84 |
| XL |
43–45 109–114 |
37–39 94–99 |
6′1″–6′3″ 182–188 |
181–194 82–88 |
| 2XL |
45–47 114–119 |
39–41 99–104 |
6′2″–6′4″ 186–192 |
190–203 86–92 |
How Akona measures
- Chest/bust: For chest, measure just under arms and across shoulder blades, holding tape firm and level. For bust, measure at the fullest point of the bust or chest.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline. If between sizes, order next size up.
- Hips: Measure around fullest point of seat while standing.
Source: Akona’s size chart (original chart).
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Product Information
The Akona AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve in black is a three-layer thermal top from AKONA's AQ-TEC thermal protection garment line, built for multi-sport use in and out of the water. It combines a Super Stretch Multidirectional Nylon (SSMN) outer shell, a breathable Microporous TPU Film (MPTU) middle layer and an Elastic Polyester 4-Way Stretch Fleece (EPSF) inner layer, and it comes in eight sizes from 2XS to 3XL.
Who it is for
This long sleeve suits divers, snorkelers, paddlers and multi-sport athletes who want thermal warmth, breathability and flexibility in a lightweight garment. Because the AQ-TEC line is a multi-piece system, you can wear this top on its own as a lightweight thermal layer or combine it with other AQ-TEC pieces to build the level of protection a given day, dive site or activity calls for. The windproof middle layer makes it useful on the boat and on shore, not just in the water.
Key details
- Outer layer: SSMN Super Stretch Multidirectional Nylon for multidirectional stretch, plus durability against daily use, abrasion and UV light.
- Middle layer: MPTU Microporous TPU Film that is breathable, windproof and water-resistant.
- Inner layer: EPSF Elastic Polyester 4-Way Stretch Fleece with a lofted fiber structure to create thermal warmth and regulate core warmth.
- Water resistance: all three layers are water-resistant, so the garment does not gain weight from absorbed water.
- Comfort: the fleece interior is soft to the touch for non-chafing wear over long sessions.
Compatibility and sizing
Available in 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL under base part number AQMT420. It is designed to be worn as an individual piece or layered with other pieces in the AQ-TEC line.
DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Akona dealer and a real dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or start a chat if you want help choosing a size or pairing this top with other AQ-TEC pieces.
- Three-layer AQ-TEC construction pairs thermal warmth, breathability and flexibility in a lightweight garment.
- SSMN outer layer uses Super Stretch Multidirectional Nylon for unlimited natural freedom of movement in any activity.
- Durable nylon fibers offer significant durability over standard neoprene against daily use, abrasion and UV light.
- Water-resistant shell keeps water from adding weight to the garment.
- MPTU middle layer of Microporous TPU Film is breathable so moisture and air wick away from the skin out of the water.
- Windproof barrier in the MPTU layer prevents wind chill, and it is water-resistant to prevent weight gain from water.
- EPSF inner layer of Elastic Polyester 4-Way Stretch Fleece has a lofted fiber structure that creates thermal warmth and regulates core warmth.
- Non-chafing comfort from a polyester fleece that is highly water-resistant, durable and soft to the touch.
- Wear alone or layered as an individual piece or combined with other AQ-TEC pieces for customized protection.
- Eight sizes from 2XS through 3XL in black.
| Product | Akona AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve |
| Brand | Akona |
| Type | Men's long sleeve thermal top / rash guard |
| Color | Black |
| Construction | 3-layer AQ-TEC system |
| Outer Layer | Super Stretch Multidirectional Nylon (SSMN) |
| Middle Layer | Microporous TPU Film (MPTU), breathable and windproof |
| Inner Layer | Elastic Polyester 4-Way Stretch Fleece (EPSF) |
| Water Resistance | Water-resistant outer, middle and inner layers |
| Layering | Wear alone or combine with other AQ-TEC pieces |
| Sizes | 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL |
| Base Part Number | AQMT420-2XS |
| Size SKUs | AQMT420-2XS, -XS, -SM, -MD, -LG, -XL, -2XL, -3XL |
⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Akona AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve a wetsuit or a rash guard?
It is a thermal protection garment rather than a conventional neoprene wetsuit. The AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve uses three layers: an SSMN nylon outer shell, a breathable windproof MPTU film in the middle and an EPSF fleece inner layer that creates thermal warmth and regulates core warmth. It can be worn on its own or combined with other AQ-TEC pieces for more protection.
What sizes does the Akona AQ-Tec Men's Long Sleeve come in?
Eight sizes are published: 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL, all in black. The size SKUs run from AQMT420-2XS through AQMT420-3XL, with AKONA's base part number listed as AQMT420-2XS. If you are unsure which size to order or plan to layer it with other AQ-TEC pieces, call DiveCatalog at 888-701-4017 for help.
Can I wear this top out of the water?
Yes. The AQ-TEC line is designed for adventure both in and out of the water. The MPTU middle layer is breathable, so moisture and air wick away from your skin while you wear it topside, and it is windproof to prevent wind chill. All three layers are water-resistant, so the garment does not take on weight from water.
How does AQ-TEC compare to standard neoprene?
The SSMN Super Stretch Multidirectional Nylon outer layer gives unlimited natural freedom of movement, and its nylon fibers offer significant durability over standard neoprene material against daily use, abrasion and UV light. The layered build also delivers thermal warmth, breathability and flexibility in a lightweight, multi-piece system.
