3M Full Face Respirators
Full Face Respirators
There are different types of full face respirator, which are selected based upon the type of respiratory protection they provide, when used in conjunction with other 3M respiratory equipment. All full face respirators must be worn with a clean shaven face to ensure a good seal with the respirator. Read below for the different types of full face masks:
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Full Face respirators with replaceable filters and parts that offer protection against particulates, gases and vapours and combinations of the two. For prolonged periods of use, 3M™ Reusable Respirators offer exceptional value and quality, all combining comfort with ease of use.
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Tight Fitting Facepieces with Powered Air SystemsTight-fitting facepieces, when used with powered air respirators provide clean breathing air when working in areas where hazardous contaminants are present, with a turbo assisted motor. These respiratory protective systems offer comfortable protection against dusts, mists, fumes, gases, vapours and combination hazards and their ease-of-use can help improve productivity in the workplace.
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Tight Fitting Facepieces with Supplied Air RespiratorsTight fitting facepieces, using an air hose to supply air from outside a toxic or irrespirable atmosphere. 3M offers a range of respiratory protection to a wide range of industrial rescue applications and firefighting, from small self-rescue breathing apparatus to type 2 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.
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Full Face Mask - Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a full face respirator or mask?
A full face respirator is a respirator which covers the nose, mouth and eyes. Full Face respirators can be connected to a filter, a powered air respirator, a supplied air respirator, or breathing apparatus.
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Can you wear a beard or other facial hair with a full face mask?
No. Users must be clean shaven to ensure a good seal is achieved with the face.
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How to clean a full face respirator?
Guidance is given on the website. We understand that one size does not fit all which is why we offer different respirators with unique features.
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Can you wear glasses with a full face respirator?
Yes you can, optional spectacle kits are available for prescription lens wearers to ensure a good seal with the face is maintained.
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Why to choose 3M for your full face respirator?
3M offers a wide range of full face respirators, whether you are working with gases, vapours and dusts, or in more demanding environments such as firefighting and confined spaces. Our full face respirators combine performance, comfort and reliability.
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