Would this filter resist the Ebola Virus?
1613021
According to the cdc, masks rated n95 or better will stop the virus when it is in liquid drops,, ect. If the virus mutates to an airborn varity, then none of these types of filters would work, as the virus itself is two small. The mask is rated p100, which is even better rated then the cdc recommends. It also resists oil based droplets. And is oil rated, that's what the p in p100 stands for
1613022
If you're serious, Ebola is not an airborne virus. You can't breathe it. It is spread by direct contact with a person or body fluids.
80945
No it is not, it physically removes particles, protozoa, and bacteria down to 0.3 microns in size, including giardia, salmonella, cryptosporidia and others. I love this filter.
2259279
No. A filter such as this removes microorganisms down to about 3 microns. Bacteria and viruses are much smaller. You should use water disinfectant tablets (chlorine) in addition to the filter or boil the water. There are also better and more expensive filters available (e.g. First Need water purifier). Boiling also kills viruses.
30210
First, Ebola is not an airborne virus, so no mask is required as a preventative. Second, this mask is a microbial preventative, but not a viral preventative as far as I know. It only filters up to .3 microns and I think most viruses are smaller than that. If you are only concerned in regard to clean-up, for example, any old mask will do. But if you are worried about catching Ebola, you just don't need a mask.
2099960
Yes, KDF identifies a filtration media within the filter. You can look up KDF on the web for further information.
2269262
The Berkey filters trap particles as small as food coloring. So yes, they trap viruses too. The filters are really big so it takes a long time for one to clog completely. The black or white (black are better) filters sit in the top tank. You can also get white plastic accessory filters that remove metals and certain chemicals, and they hang down into the lower tank. Here is a website that will answer all your questions about the filters better than I can: http://www.directive21.com/faq/
764125
Yes. Make sure it fits with no gaps at the sides or bottom or top. This has more info: ebolaready.com
1847658
It does "help", but does not completely filter anything. I have some serious lung health concerns so I use these when I fly or go into crowded areas. So far they've helped to keep me from getting ill.
224663
Looking at the filter you are talking about, I don't think so. At least not without modifications. The MSR in-line microfilter used by the Marine Corps will though.
594166
I have never used the micro but I know the Hiker Pro is a great filter. I have used it along much of the southern section of the AT. I even used it last year along a section where norovirus was a real problem without getting sick. I have also used it on winter hikes and had no trouble with it freezing as long as I kept it warm in the foot of my sleeping bag at night. As long as you are not going somewhere with an abundance of very small viruses there is no need for additional treatment.
1757022
No. You will need to put a couple of elbows in your vertical line to accommodate the filter In a vertical position.
1968864
Yes, I believe so. It is very powerful. However, you need to make sure the materials are all dried up completely. You can also change the filter more frequently (maybe once in two or three months) to make sure bacteria would not colonize inside.
4222
It is relatively soft and flexible so it cannot stand by itself. You could make a screen frame with material from the hardware store and use it to keep the filter in place.
1141935
It does not. It has a .3 micron filter. Much too large to capture viruses. I hope this helps
2163744
The answer is "no." The filters I use have threads have threads on both sides. Most of them do so this shouldn't be a problem.
1473536
Yes. But fluoride is the least of your concerns. Radioactive particles, pesticides, hydrocarbon solvents, and arsenic, among other things, are also filtered.
1072670
Probably ALL filtering face masks have some kind of breathing resistance. It is a covering, after all. That said, I have found the microfiber Vogmask to be comfortable to wear without too much resistance. I used it cleaning up a very dusty room, had it on for over an hour, and didn't encounter any problems.---Charles Foster Dudley