Half-Mask Respirators
Half-Mask Respirators
Half-mask respirators are reusable, NIOSH-rated air-purifying devices that protect the respiratory tract from exposure to harmful substances including dust, fog, fumes, mist, smoke, sprays, vapors, gases, and particulates. Half-mask respirators fit over the nose and mouth but do not protect the eyes or upper part of the face. They are National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)-rated and have an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Assigned Protection Factor (APF) of 10. They may be constructed of silicone, thermoplastic, or rubber materials to allow for repeated cleaning, disinfection, storage, and reuse.
Half-mask respirators are used with exchangeable cartridges or filters that are designed to eliminate specific particulate or chemical substances. Some masks are pre-assembled with permanently attached cartridges. Filters and cartridges are designed for specific respirators and are not interchangeable with every respirator model or type.*
Half-mask respirators are available in small, medium, and large sizes but may be available as combined, small/medium, or medium/large sizes. They can be worn with safety eyewear or prescription eyeglasses if they do not interfere with the sealing surfaces or head straps. They can also be worn with hard hats, hoods, or face shields and are available with standard or drop-down head harness options. The drop-down design allows workers to communicate outside a contaminated area without totally removing the respirator.
Standard and adjustable harnesses and straps are made of durable, flexible material such as polyester, elastic, nylon, or rubber for a secure fit. If the half-mask respirator has adjustable straps, users may adjust them without completely removing the respirator.
Half-mask respirators used in industrial settings feature an exhalation valve to allow exhaled air to escape through the valve. However, half-mask respirators with exhalation valves should not be used in surgical or medical settings because unfiltered air coming out of the exhalation valve may contaminate the environment.
OSHA requires half-mask respirator fit testing before use and on a consistent, annual basis thereafter. Wearers should inspect half-mask respirators before each use to determine whether or not the respirator is complete and undamaged and to verify that the sealing material properly adheres to the face.
*Regulatory compliance details and filter/cartridge compatibility can be obtained at the individual product level.
3M™ Secure Click™ Half Mask Reusable Respirator
Designed with smart and intuitive features, the Secure Click™ Half Mask Reusable Respirator is simple, comfortable and reliable. Available in three sizes: small, medium, and large, these respirators all come with an optional speaking diaphragm.
3M™ Maintenance Free Half Mask
This Maintenance Free Half Mask is a simple and ready-to-use respirator with an integrated cartridge and filters.
Honeywell™ Valuair Half-Mask Air Purifying Respirator (APR)
Valuair Half-Mask APR features an elastomeric facepiece with soft, rounded edges and a low-profile nosepiece for low breathing resistance and eyewear compatibility. The twin filter uses a ‘click-fit’ system and the four-point harness offers secure positioning.
3M™ 6000 Series Half Face Mask Respirator
Half-face mask respirators 6000 Series are economical, low-maintenance, and extremely lightweight. Probed reusable respirator assembly 6000Q series are used for quantitative fit purposes only.
3M™ Maintenance Free Half Mask
This Maintenance Free Half Mask is a simple and ready-to-use respirator with an integrated cartridge and filters.
3M™ 7500 Series Reusable Half Facepiece Reusable Respirators
Half-mask respirators with enhanced comfort and visibility use a bayonet attachment system for twin lightweight filters to protect against gases, vapors and particulates.
3M™ 7500 Series Reusable Half Facepiece Reusable Respirators
Half-mask respirators with enhanced comfort and visibility use a bayonet attachment system for twin lightweight filters to protect against gases, vapors and particulates.
3M™ Rugged Comfort 6500 Series Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator
Rugged Comfort reusable respirator combines comfort, durability, and stability with an added quick latch mechanism to easily enable the mask to drop down from face without removing head straps.
3M™ 6000 Series Half Face Mask Respirator
Half-face mask respirators 6000 Series are economical, low-maintenance, and extremely lightweight. Probed reusable respirator assembly 6000Q series are used for quantitative fit purposes only.
3M™ 6000 Series Half Face Mask Respirator
Half-face mask respirators 6000 Series are economical, low-maintenance, and extremely lightweight. Probed reusable respirator assembly 6000Q series are used for quantitative fit purposes only.
3M™ Maintenance-Free Reusable Half Mask 4000+ Series
Available to help prolong the life of the main particulate filter for the 3M™ Maintenance-Free Reusable Mask 4000+ Series. Traps larger spray particles before they reach and clog the filters.
3M™ Secure Click™ Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator
3M™ Secure Click™ Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator is designed with smart and intuitive features, which makes it simple and reliable.
3M™ Reusable Low Maintenance Half Face Mask Respirator
Reusable Half Face Masks 6000 Series are made from a lightweight, comfortable elastomeric material with a bayonet-style twin-filter design, cradle head harness and easy-fasten neck strap.
3M™ Reusable Half Face Mask and P3 Particulate Filter Kit
This handy, ready-to-use kit includes a 3M™ Reusable Half Face Mask, a P3 filter and a pre-filter, all in a reusable storage box.