What makes this mask better than other 3M masks? such as the 3M 6000 Series Half Facepiece Respirator. I wanna know why I should pay more for this
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I can't speak for the other masks in the line but I can say that this mask has performed extreme well over a range of tasks in very different environments. In the heat of summer it never felt too hot, and kept solvent fumes at bay. In winter it has been equally satisfactory doing insulation work. It fits snugly And integrates well with safety goggles (3M and Uvex) I reckon this is great value and wouldn't hesitate to re-order or recommend.
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It mostly depends on the width of your face as to the size, at least that is what I found. I have what most would consider a pretty average - male - face in medium worked fine for me. Make sure you get the right filter for vapors and should be great. I would never go back to a 1/2 mask as the full is so much more comfortable and protects the eyes. Happ spraying
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I have a small face and this mask fits me very good, I use it for wood working, spraying chemicals and mowing due to dust and allergies. I also have a gas mask too but prefer this open face mask. be sure to by the filters as they are separate purchases
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Good for 3/4 with a shield, modular and full. They have a new one on their web site for half-helmets. WWW.senabluetooth.com I would worry about wind noise with a 1/2 helmet or 3/4 with no shield. Last year I could easily tell when the wife had her shield up on her 3/4 while we rode the Northern Georgia mountains on our GoldWing.
1164499
I'm a big guy, and the mask fully protects my face. It is really cheap and not that comfortable. I ended up replacing it after a year with a higher quality mask.
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The 3M 9211 Cool-flow N95 masks are effective (I have Leukemia and the Dr. says this is what I need to ward-off flu & cold germs), they are comfortable to wear due to the flow-through valve and they are not overly expensive.
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It seems like all the nasal masks on Amazon are from ResMed. I would suggest searcing "ResMed nasal".
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This is made for particulate matter so it won't help much. A half face respirator or whole face with disposable filters meant for vapors would be much better. A cheaper niosh mask N 100 or N 95 will help less and must be changed often but something is better than nothing. The valve in the mask you asked about lets odor and some vapors in. The best beside the respirator as for smelling it are the blue N95 in the least expensive area. I'm surprised her employer does not provide this.
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I had my own and never used the mask. I sold it to a friend who uses it currently to this day. I'd say it covered the face and worth the bonus coming with the marker.
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for civilian day-to-day I would go with the more disposable types they tend to be lighter and you can get them with carbon filter for fumes and smells too. These are cost effective(America anyways). the new 3M V-flex disposable particulate masks http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG5vEjOjHWQ. or get the 3M Aura 9300+ series: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoW7SC10UwY might be more comfortable these can get heavy if needed for all day.
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No, these are specific particulate filters for dust, and organic compounds. I would go to the 3M site and search for Mig welding respirators. That would definitely point you in the right direction. That way, you will know you will be safe. Good luck!
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You must be in Shanghai or another city in China too. My husband's employer's HR department recommended the 3M N95 masks. I am using them and I truly hope that they are effective since the AQI here has been around 500 yesterday. I think PM2.5 hovered at about 300. Wish I could give you a definitive answer. I do notice a difference between when I am wearing a mask and when I forget to put in on.
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Depends on the respirator...but I doubt it. If you need a respirator with a face shield you should get one that's integerated.
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To be honest I don't know but all I can tell you are my experiences with this particular face mask. It covers my face well and it even has a ventilated mesh like area around your mouth that can get wet from moisture from heavy breathing sometimes but it doesn't happen to me often. This one comes down around the neck like a cowl that you can tuck in under your shirt and I readjust the face area sometimes in front of a mirror because I'm obsessive compulsive with making it line up right lol You can also pull down the mouth area in case you go inside a public place so you don't put people on edge which I forget to do sometimes considering it does conceal my entire face except for my eyes.
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You can buy different filters that fit the mask. I have used the 3M 2091 in a dusty woodworking environment and have been very pleased with the results. Here is a blurb from the product sheet for the 2091 filter: "* OSHA substance specific particle exposures: - Lead -Asbestos -Cadmium -Arsenic - 4,4' Methylenedianiline (MDA)". Another filter is the 2097, which provides relief from particulates and organic vapors. Just do a Google search on 3M 2091 or 3M 2097, but it looks like you should be protected. I love my mask. Good luck.
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I have a small head, about 7 and a 3/8. The mask fits perfectly. It's not loose, but not too tight either. I think for anyone with a more normal sized head it may possible be a little more tight. The material is a harder type of substance and not as flexible as the cheaper $20 mask a lot of people bought last year. However, it is very thick and doesn't seem like it will break.
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I'm considering CBRN Requirement and using only NIOSH approved masks too. They're much more expensive though. Looks like the SGE 400/3 BB is the lowest cost mask that meets the requirements (maybe)