Stay protected from dust and fumes in industrial environments using this filter from 3M. It's designed for use with half-face and full-face respirators in the 6000 and 7000 series and has been tested to filter out solid and liquid particles up to ten times workplace exposure limits. It offers optimal comfort, with low breathing resistance and a light weight of 8g. The bayonet fitting lets you click this filter easily into place in your respirator.

• Water-resistant and flame-retardant for durability and safety
• Conforms to the AS/NZS 1715 standard for the selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment

• Demolition sites
• Sewage treatment plants
• Healthcare facilities
• Oil rigs

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

Always replace the filter if you find it difficult to breathe while wearing your respirator, as it's probably clogged and no longer performing effectively. You should also replace it after six months, however it's performing.

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.