Why is this unit 70% more in cost than the 3M Particulate Respirator 8210V, N95 Looks to be the same thing.
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I don't know myself, but an article here (http://www.gallawayb2b.com/Differences-Between-the-3M-8210-And-the-3M-8511) indicates that the 8210 is less durable in heat and humidity and suitable for smaller faces.
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N95 filters are actually LESS capable than the P100 level filters that come with this mask. N95 filters only filter 95% of airborne particulates and are not resistant to oil, while P100 filters are required to filter at least 99.97% of airborne particles and be strongly resistant to oil. That said, the respirator does come with a warning about exposure to biological agents: "This respirator provides LIMITED protection. It may help reduce exposure to airborne biological agents, including avian(bird) flu virus [...]or other bacterial or viral biological agents, but it will not eliminate the risk of exposure, infection, illness, or death. This respirator can filter these contaminants at the designated efficiency; however, the government has NOT established a safe level of exposure to these substances. [...]" It goes on to say that the CDC recommends those exposed to avian influenza use at least an N95 respirator, but this is to reduce the chances they might spread it to others. Don't bet on this or any other respirator (short of a full HAZMAT suit or military-grade gas mask) keeping you 100% safe from viruses. It will help a lot, but it's not guaranteed.
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Yes. This 3M respirator will last longer. It will block out sanding dush, dust particles and dust itself also a 3M Dust Respirators 8210, N95 respirator will work just as well, but if you doing something big like painting, building or installing something with dust or fumes I would recommend the 3M 07193 Paint Spray Resp. Either one will work it just depends on what your doing.
1559133
I have no idea, haven't used that one. This is the first time we bought a nasal aspirator at all. We are very pleased we this purchase.
1657832
I am not really familiar with the cheaper model. I can say that the unit that I have works very well. It is very accurate and dependable and I highly recommend it.
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The difference is that the 190$ one is all net. This one from the base before the net so your baby's face doesn't inhale the dust from the floor since his face will be close to the floor.
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I do not know the difference. Respironics is no longer making this unit so if you have a problem they willnot be able to repair it once all the parts have been used.
1454542
I'm not familiar with those products but it's the same mask my insurance company is charged $110 for by the medical supply company.
695714
I looked over the specifications available online of both items and they appear to be nearly identical (temp range, materials used). I could not find the exact same specs for both, but noticed the spec sheet for the 3M product has a disclaimer on it anyway, so I doubt you could trust a comparison 100% anyway. I do know the product is still working for me to hold the plastic part inside my clothes dryer, has not required change or reinforcement and doesn't shed parts of itself, and the adhesive is intact, after 14 months.
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these are designed to be used with the respirator face piece that 3M makes.
618019
According to NIOSH ratings, the 3M 2097 P100 filters provide a minimum of 99.97 percent filter efficiency for airborne particles. Please know that this is a PARTICLE rating; airborne chemicals (fumes) are rated differently. These P100s are high-efficiency particle filters, but other filters, which are available for this mask, would be needed for most types of gasses and chemical mists. Hope this helps.
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The CDC answers it better, see "Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods". In short, the spores appear to be 2-10 microns so yes and no, 95% of the time. This appears far superior than the basic "non" N95 nuisance mask. I suggest reading their strategies.
1650147
Nyrius has made several improvement to NPCS550 Pro, the unit was also selling at a lower promotional price for sometime. This is why the unit appears to have jumped in price more than it really has.
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It depends on which one you buy - there is both a SmokeStop version and non-SmokeStop 650E model. The particle filter costs around $75 and the smokestop is $150.
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I think the physical vacuums are the same but the HEPA or $495 vacuum comes with the HEPA bag/filter/screw kit. I bought the the HEPA version just about 6 months ago and it was $368, so it was definitely cheaper to buy the HEPA version outright instead of the HEPA accessory package and the vacuum separarely. Now it seems it's $100 cheaper to to buy the vacuum and HEPA kit separately. Don't forget you also need to buy the foam filter to use this as a wet vac, it is not included and don't think of using this to vacuum joint compound dust without the HEPA kit or you'll kill it. It is an amazing quiet powerful vacuum, just irritating you have to buy everything separately.
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The more expensive one is enhanced and the newest version . The 199.00 is the older model.
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My daughter-in-law purchased a unit from a medical supplier for about the same $$. She has used mine and thinks it to be almost identical.