For a breath of fresh air in contaminated environments, turn to this filter holder from 3M. It's designed to keep the filter in your respirator securely in place, so you get reliable protection when you come face-to-face with harmful gases. The holder is a versatile option as you can use it with filters from the 3M 5000 and 6000 series. Thanks to the transparent colour that lets you visually inspect its contents, it'll be clear when you need to replace the filter.

• Complies with CE standards for safe use in Europe
• Pre-cut grooves for a secure fit

• Oil and gas industry
• Food production and packaging

Applications

Filtered respirator facemasks are essential PPE for environments where particle ingress can be potentially hazardous to your health, such as gas, vapours or dust. They are often more suitable for heavy-duty tasks than disposable facemasks. Replaceable respirator particulate filters are graded in different ways to indicate their suitability for different applications, such as;

• A- Organic vapours with a boiling point more than 65°C
• B- Inorganic vapours
• E- Acid gases
• K- Ammonia and ammonia derivatives
• AX- Organic vapours with a boiling point less than 65°C

To set up this filter holder, place your filter pad or cartridge into it and snap the holder to the adapter in your respirator.

Correct use of respirators

When it comes to respiratory protection, the correct fitting and testing of your respirator is just as important as selecting the correct respiratory protective equipment for your working conditions. Be sure to follow all pertinent instructions and that health and safety best practice is adhered to at all times. Always be sure to use the correct filters for your environment, and make sure the replacement filters are changed as regularly as is recommended.