Respiratory Protection

Respiratory Protection

  • 3M Safety 8577 3M 8577 P95 Particulate Respirator, 10/box 3M Safety 8577 3M 8577 P95 Particulate Respirator, 10/box

    3M 8577 P95 Particulate Respirator, 10/box

    3M Safety

    $54.99
    3M 8577 P95 Disposable Respirator Protection against oil and non-oil based aerosols. Reliable worker protection against certain oil and non-oil based aerosol particles including those present with nuisance levels of organic vapors such as solvents,...
    LAG-54371
    SKU:
    LAG-54371
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    NIOSH Rating:
    P95
    Valve:
    Yes
    $54.99
  • 3M Safety MMM6800 3M 6000 Series Full Face Respirator, each 3M Safety MMM6800 3M 6000 Series Full Face Respirator, each

    3M 6000 Series Full Face Respirator, each

    3M Safety

    $199.00
    3M 6000 Series Full-Face Reusable Respirator Comfortable, lightweight non-allergenic TPE construction with silicone face-seal for enhanced comfort, durability, and ease of cleaning. Well-balanced design has four strap head suspension for easy on/off...
    LAG-6F
    SKU:
    LAG-6F
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    PAPR Component:
    Headgear
    Style:
    Full-Face
    $199.00
  • Allegro 1001 Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, 70% IPA, 100/box 1001 Allegro Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, 70% IPA, 100/box

    Allegro Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, 70% IPA, 100/box

    Allegro

    $12.99
    Allegro Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, 70% IPA, 100/box Clean Respirators safely and quickly! Pre-moistened 70% IPA wipes are designed specifically for cleaning rubber/silicone respirator face-pieces. Large 5" x 8" non-woven wipes quickly and...
    R1001
    SKU:
    R1001
    Availability:
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    $12.99
  • Honeywell North N75001L Organic Vapor Respirator Cartridge Honeywell North N75001L Organic Vapor Respirator Cartridge

    Honeywell North Organic Vapor Respirator Cartridge, 2/pack

    Honeywell

    $13.99
    Honeywell North N75001L Organic Vapor Respirator Cartridge Organic vapor cartridge - NIOSH approved for protection against certain organic vapors. Aids in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 compliance. Wide compatibility - Simple installation on...
    R3-N75001
    SKU:
    R3-N75001
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Filter Type:
    Gas & Vapor
    $13.99
  • Honeywell North 5500 Half Mask Respirator Honeywell North 5500 Half Mask Respirator

    Honeywell North 5500 Half Mask Respirator, each

    Honeywell

    $16.99
    Honeywell North 5500 Series Half Mask Respirator Silicone seal for a comfortable, secure fit! Honeywell 5500 Series elastomeric half mask is the economical solution that does not skimp on features. A wide contoured sealing area provides great fit. The...
    LAG-550030
    SKU:
    LAG-550030
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Style:
    Half-Face
    $16.99
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    SAS Safety Corp. 2985 Nuisance Dust Masks SAS Safety Corp. 2985 Nuisance Dust Masks, White

    SAS Safety 2985 Nuisance Dust Masks, White

    SAS Safety Corp.

    $5.49 - $52.99
    SAS Safety Nuisance Dust Mask Stops Nuisance Dust! Protects. Reduce non-toxic particles such as saw dust, pollen, garden dusts, and household dusts so you can breathe safely. Secure. Nuisance Dust Masks have a contoured fit and an metal nose clip...
    SAS2985
    SKU:
    SAS2985
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 business days
    $5.49 - $52.99
  • 770030M Honeywell North Premium P100 Half Mask Respirator Kit, each

    Honeywell North Premium P100 Half Mask Respirator Kit, each

    Honeywell

    $36.99
    Honeywell North 7700 Series Premium Half Mask Respirator with P100 Particulate Filters Silicone seal for a comfortable, secure fit! Kit of 1 Honeywell North 770030M Premium Half Mask Respirator with 1 pair of 7580P100 Particulate Filters. ...
    7P100KIT
    SKU:
    7P100KIT
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    $36.99
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    Gerson 1730 N95 Respirator Mask, 20/box Gerson 1730 N95 Respirator Mask, 20/box

    Gerson 1730 N95 Respirator Mask, 20/box

    Gerson

    $17.99 - $209.99
    Gerson 1730 N95 Respirator, Made In USA, GERN95-P FDA Approved as a Surgical N95 Mask! 95% efficiency against solid and liquid aerosols that do not contain oils. FDA & NIOSH approved.  This mask has been cleared by the FDA for use in surgical...
    GERN95-P
    SKU:
    GERN95-P
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    NIOSH Rating:
    N95
    $17.99 - $209.99
  • Honeywell North 75FFP100NL Low Profile P100 All-Particulate Filter Honeywell North 75FFP100NL Low Profile P100 All-Particulate Filter

    Honeywell North Low Profile P100 All-Particulate Filter with Odor Relief, 2/pack

    Honeywell

    $13.99
    North by Honeywell P100 Respirator Filter with Odor Relief  Low-profile "pancake" style respiratory protection. Carbon layer reduced nuisance odors!  P100 particulate filter for certain oil and non-oil based particles. Carbon layers provide...
    L75FF-P100NL
    SKU:
    L75FF-P100NL
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    NIOSH Rating:
    P100
    Filter Type:
    Particulate
    $13.99
  • 3M 7500 Series Premium Reusable Half Face Respirator 3M 7500 Series Premium Reusable Half Face Respirator

    3M 7500 Series Premium Reusable Half Face Respirator, ea

    3M Safety

    $37.99
    3M 7500 Series Premium Reusable Half Face Respirator Long term comfort and durability. Reusable - just dispose of the filters when used to capacity. Smooth, soft, resilient silicone face seal for ultimate comfort and extended product life. Unique...
    LAG-7500
    SKU:
    LAG-7500
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Style:
    Half-Face
    $37.99
  • Honeywell 7581P100L Honeywell 7581P100L

    Honeywell North Organic Vapor & P100 Filter Cartridge, 1 pair

    Honeywell

    $26.99
    Honeywell North 7581P100 Organic Vapor & P100 Filter Cartridge Easy-change cartridges. Organic vapor cartridge with P100 filter for all (oil-based and non-oil-based) particulates. Combination filter and cartridge are easy to install,...
    R7581-P100L
    SKU:
    R7581-P100L
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Filter Type:
    Combo
    $26.99
  • 7700 Honeywell North 7700 Premium Half Mask Respirator, each

    Honeywell North 7700 Premium Half Mask Respirator, each

    Honeywell

    $32.99
    Honeywell North 7700 Series Premium Half Face Respirator Silicone seal for a comfortable, secure fit! Premium Half Face Respirator designed to provide exceptional fit, comfort and performance for regular day-to-day users. Strategic placement of the...
    LAG-770030
    SKU:
    LAG-770030
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    $32.99
  • Allegro 3001 Alcohol-Free Respirator and PPE Cleaning Wipes Allegro 3001 Alcohol-Free Respirator and PPE Cleaning Wipes

    Allegro Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, Alcohol Free, 100/box

    Allegro

    $12.99
    Allegro Respirator & PPE Cleaning Pads, Alcohol-Free, 100/box Clean Respirators safely and quickly! Alcohol-free wipes designed to clean even the most sensitive rubber respirator face-pieces without harm. Perfect for when the manufacturer...
    R3001
    SKU:
    R3001
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    $12.99
  • 3M 60923 Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge & P100 Filter 3M 60923 Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge & P100 Filter

    3M 60923 Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge & P100 Filter, 2/pack

    3M Safety

    $27.99
    3M 60923 Respirator Cartridge/P100 Filter for Organic Vapors, Acid Gas & Particulates Easy, one-step assembly with filter/cartridge combination is good for many different applications, and reduces training requirements and inventory needs. The...
    3M-60923
    SKU:
    3M-60923
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    Filter Type:
    Combo
    NIOSH Rating:
    P100
    $27.99
  • 3M Safety TR-300N+ HIK 3M Versaflo TR-300N+ HIK Complete Heavy Industry PAPR Kit, ea 3M Safety TR-300N+ HIK 3M Versaflo TR-300N+ HIK Complete Heavy Industry PAPR Kit, ea

    3M Versaflo TR-300N+ HIK Complete Heavy Industry PAPR Kit, ea

    3M Safety

    $1,699.99
    3M Versaflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator, TR-300N+ HIK Heavy Industry Kit  Rugged and compact ready-to-use powered air system! Versatile and complete powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) system includes everything necessary to get started...
    3M-TR300N+HIK
    SKU:
    3M-TR300N+HIK
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 business days
    Battery:
    TR-332
    PAPR Component:
    PAPR System
    $1,699.99
  • 3M Safety 8271 3M 8271 P95 Respirator Mask, 10/box 3M Safety 8271 3M 8271 P95 Respirator Mask, 10/box

    3M 8271 P95 Respirator Mask, 10/box

    3M Safety

    $39.99
    3M 8271 P95 Disposable Respirator Comfortable worker respiratory protection P95 particulate filters at least 95% of airborne particles where grinding, sanding and other dust inducing operations occur. Advanced electret filter technology blocks...
    LAG-54285
    SKU:
    LAG-54285
    Availability:
    Ships within 1-2 Business Days
    NIOSH Rating:
    P95
    Valve:
    Yes
    $39.99

Respiratory Protection

What are the different types of respirators?

Dust Masks and Respirators are considered essential protective equipment in many industries where excessive dust and air particles can seriously damage workers' lungs and respiratory system. Irregardless of your choice of protection, always choose an NIOSH approved respirator or dust mask suitable for your environmental hazard. Respirators and face masks both play the same role of protecting the wearer from liquid and airborne particles from contaminating their face. A surgical mask is not a suitable replacement for a respirator. 

With the onset of COVID-19, there were widespread shortages of N95 masks. Medical professionals who manage respiratory issues in healthcare institutions use respirators to protect themselves from infectious illnesses. Whereas manufacturers, contractors, and cleanrooms use respiratory protection in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Protecting your health is the aim of the guidelines. Ensure your application has the proper degree of protection by choosing the right respirator. 

Respiratory protection must be suited to the environment that relates to its use. That simple dust mask used to woodworking will not provide protection against paint fumes. And, when painting with oil it is important to ensure your filter is rated P, so as to be resistant to oil. No matter the mask or rating, the fit must be secure. Typically, an N95 is easier to wear comfortably, whereas a R99 or P99 increases breathing fatigue due to the higher degree of filtration.  

Disposable respirators

Disposable respirators are designed to protect from airborne contaminants. Wearing a Disposable Respirator is an effective and cost-effective technique to protect against harmful contaminants and pathogens that can cause serious health issues.

Dust Masks

People working in dusty areas or other non-hazardous areas usually wear dust masks as directed by their supervisors or management. Some dust masks can be washed and reused, while others have disposable filters. Again, dust masks are not PPE, they are not necessities like surgical face masks or disposable respirators. Dust Masks filter dust particles and are generally mandatory in work environments where harmful flying particles are in abundance.

Reusable respirators

Reusable respirators protect workers from their environmental hazards. Get dependable respiratory protection that is convenient at lower cost than disposables in the long run. Less Waste! Ideal for jobs that require lung protection on a constant basis. Reuse the same respirator and replace the cartridge.

Respirator Ratings

Respirators are rated by the type of contaminants and how much they filter out. Each rating has a letter (N) and number (95). The numbers refer to the percentage of one-micrometer particles removed during trials.

R95 Masks are suitable for eight hours of exposure to oil-based contamination. Whereas a P95 mask can last up to forty hours due to its stronger oil resistance. Oil based contaminants are common in fields that spray with paint and pesticides. The safety material on your hazard will inform you as to whether you need a P95, R95, or N95 mask.

N95 Masks are effective against preventing the spread of covid-19, swine flu, avian flu, and common flu viruses. a 3M 8210 N95 Mask fit over the nose and mouth without the more taxing filtration of reusable respirator masks. Regardless, the edges are designed to fit snugly to prevent air leakage.

Reusable respirators surpass the filtration abilities of disposable masks, because cartridges can filter organic vapors such as tear gas. Reusable respirators can be stored for years when left unopened. Properly cared for masks can last years as well, but should be replaced immediately once a tight seal for no loner be kept. 

Filters and cartridges are used with reusable half and full face respirators. Reusable respirators provide a more secure fit for the user. 

Ensure that filters and cartridges are changed when needed. High risk environments should take caution and change filters frequently. 

Particulate filters:

  • When breathing becomes difficult and uncomfortable
  • You start to smell any pollutants
  • The filter has been damaged in any way

Gas/Vapour filters:

  • You can smell or taste contaminants; 
  • It is past the expiry date
  • They have been out of the original packaging for 6 months or more

United States NIOSH standards define the following categories of particulate filters:

 

Oil resistance Rating Description
Not oil resistant N95 Filters at least 95% of airborne particles
N99 Filters at least 99% of airborne particles
N100 Filters at least 99.97% of airborne particles
Oil Resistant R95 Filters at least 95% of airborne particles
R99 Filters at least 99% of airborne particles
R100 Filters at least 99.97% of airborne particles
Oil Proof P95 Filters at least 95% of airborne particles
P99 Filters at least 99% of airborne particles
P100 Filters at least 99.97% of airborne particles

Example Particle Sizes

ParticleParticle Size
(microns)
Anthrax 1 - 5
Asbestos 0.7 - 90
Atmospheric Dust 0.001 - 40
Bacteria 0.3 - 60
Beach Sand 100 - 10000
Bone Dust 3 - 300
Bromine 0.1 - 0.7
Carbon Dioxide 0.00065
Copier Toner 0.5 - 15
Corn Starch 0.1 - 0.8
Fiberglass Insulation 1 - 1000
Lead 0.1 - 0.7
Metallurgical Dust 0.1 - 1000
Mold Spores 10 - 30
Oil Smoke 0.03 - 1
One inch 25400
Oxygen 0.0005
Pesticides & Herbicides 0.001
Radioactive Fallout 0.1 - 10
Red Blood Cells 5 - 10
Saw Dust 30 - 600
Smoke from Natural Materials 0.01 - 0.1
Smoke from Synthetic Materials 1 - 50
Spores 3 - 40
Sugars 0.0008 - 0.005
Tobacco Smoke 0.01 - 4
Typical Atmospheric Dust 0.001 to 30

Citation:

Engineering ToolBox, (2005). Particle Sizes. [online] Available at: https://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/particle-sizes-d_934.html [10 May 2021]

Where to buy respiratory protection?

To help you overcome occupational hazards, Harmony Lab & Safety Supplies offers a range of Full Face, Half Face, Reusable Respirators, and n95 masks for sale. Our product specialists can fit the respirator to your application and ensure your safety. Check out our comprehensive range of Disposable and Reusable Respirators and Dust Masks: Anyone who is exposed to harmful dust, fumes, gases, vapors, or infectious diseases must wear safety equipment to mitigate the damage these elements can inflict. We have made things easier for you by providing high-quality safety equipment for a number of occupational applications. Whether you are a painter or refinisher, make sure you are using respirator mask to stay protected against hazardous materials. 

Place your order now at (800) 899-1255 and get superior quality masks at your doorstep.