Full Facepiece Respirators | Industrial Hazards, Chemical Labs, Firefighting | Dual Filter Cartridges (ISO 16900 ▲) Silicone Facepiece (ASTM D2000) Respiratory Valve (EN 148-1) Adjustable Straps | ▲ Advanced Model: 99.97% particulate filtration (HEPA) vs Base (95%) Universal chemical resistance (ASTM F739) Comfortable seal (soft silicone) | Bulky design (1.2kg) Requires fit testing (NIOSH) Higher cost ($150–$300) |
Half-Mask Respirators | Light Industrial Use, Construction Sites | Single Cartridge (EN 14387) Lightweight (300g ISO 3801) No Eye Protection | Cost-effective ($20–$50) Portable for short-term use Easy to store | Limited to particulates only (no gas/vapor) Risk of eye exposure |
Disposable Masks | General Public Use, Low-Risk Environments | N95 Filtration (EN 149:2001) Lightweight (15g) Single-Use | Disposable convenience Affordable ($0.50–$2/unit) No maintenance | No protection against gases/vapors Single-use increases waste |
Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR) | High-Hazard Environments, Welding | Battery-Powered Airflow (OSHA 1910.134) Full Facepiece ▲ 4-hour runtime | Reduced breathing resistance ▲ Comfortable for long use ▲ Protects against particulates/gases | Bulky with battery pack (2kg) Requires charging ▲ Higher cost ($500+) |
Gas Masks | Military, Emergency Response | Carbon Filter Cartridges (ASTM D3597) Full Face Coverage | Effective against gases/vapors (e.g., chlorine) Widely used in emergencies | Frequent cartridge replacement ($10–$20 per filter) Heavier due to filters |
Elastomeric Respirators | Reusable in Moderate Hazards | Reusable Facepiece (ASTM F2100) Compatible with Various Filters | Durable (5+ years lifespan) Cost-effective over time ($50–$100) | Less protection than full facepiece Requires cleaning/maintenance |