A UK made & patented cut out & heat resistant mat thats especially designed for use when soldering copper pipes plumbing pipe. It reduces the risk of fire & protects walls, cables, carpets & other flammable materials, &, unlike conventional soldering mats, the O-MAT actually wraps around the pipe to offer complete protection to the surrounding surfaces. Constructed from woven glass fabric, it doent present any of the hazards associated with asbestos materials.