Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators
Particulate Filtering Facepiece Respirators (FFRs) are designed to reduce inhalation exposure to contaminants by filtering out airborne particles. Unlike face masks, FFRs are approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and have an Assigned Protection Factor (APF) of 10. They are equipped with two straps and must display appropriate NIOSH markings on the mask itself.
Particulate FFRs are made with a multi-layer, non-woven polypropylene material and are available with or without an exhalation valve. They come in a variety of shapes, including:
- Semi-hard, molded dome or cup
- Folded or flat-fold
- Pouch or duckbill, with an extended breathing chamber
Particulate FFRs are intended for one-time use. They are not washable and therefore do not have a long life cycle. Ideally, they should be discarded when they become damaged or deformed, wet or visibly dirty, contaminated with bodily fluids, or are no longer able to form an effective seal to the face.
While particulate FFRs are NIOSH tested and certified, NIOSH does not approve KN95, KF94, or any other respiratory products that may have international certifications. Regulatory compliance details for these devices are available at the individual product level.
All NIOSH-approved particulate FFRs are classified by a two-part system to indicate the filter’s functionality. Letter designations of N, R, and P refer to oil resistance. Number designations refer to the minimum filter efficiency level.
N-Series Filters – Not Resistant to Oil
- N95 – Filters at least 95% of airborne particles
- Surgical N95 – A NIOSH-approved N95 respirator cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a surgical mask
- N99 – Filters at least 99% of airborne particles
- N100 – Filters at least 99.97% of airborne particles
R-Series Filters – Resistant to Oil
- R95 – Filters at least 95% of airborne particles
P-Series Filters – Strongly Resistant to Oil
- 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
3M™ N95 Particulate Respirators, 8110S and 8210 Series
Lightweight disposable particulate respirators designed to provide protection of at least 95 percent filtration efficiency against certain non-oil based particles in applications such as grinding, sanding, sweeping, sawing, bagging or other dusty operations.
Medicom™ SafeMask™ Architect Pro™ N95 Surgical Respirator
The SafeMask™ Architect Pro™ N95 Surgical Respirator is a medical grade respirator providing optimal respiratory protection by filtering 95% of particulate aerosols free of oil.
3M™ Aura™ Series N95 Particulate Respirators
Particulate respirators with or without Cool Flow™ valve offer a comfortable fit that conform to a wide range of face sizes.
3M™ N95 Aura™ Particulate Respirators, 9205+
Three-panel, flat-fold disposable respirators provide comfortable, reliable worker protection against non-oil based particles.
3M™ N95 Aura™ Health Care Particulate Respirator and Surgical Mask, 1870+
Comfortable inner materials provide respiratory protection against certain airborne particles. Individually packaged flat-fold design allows for convenient storage.
3M™ P95 Particulate Respirators with Nuisance Level Relief
P95 general purpose particulate respirators offer nuisance level acid gas (model 8576) or organic vapor relief (model 8577).
3M™ R95 Particulate Respirators with Nuisance Level Relief
R95 general purpose particulate respirators offer nuisance level acid gas (model 8246) or organic vapor relief (model 8247).
Moldex™ 1500 Series N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirators and Surgical Masks
N95 healthcare and surgical mask feature ASTM Level 3 protection (BFE >99.9%) and are ideal for use in healthcare settings and hospitals.
3M™ VFlex™ 1804 Series N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirators and Surgical Masks
N95 surgical masks provide respiratory protection against certain airborne particles. The folded style expands for a spacious feel and the pleats help increase surface area for ease of breathing.
3M™ P95 Particulate Respirator, 8271
Provides reliable respiratory protection of at least 95 percent filtration efficiency against certain oil and non oil based particles. Soft inner material provides added comfort while the cup shape design helps make the respirator feel spacious and durable.
3M™ P100 Comfort Plus 8293 Particulate Respirator
Lightweight P100 respirator is ideal for protection against oil based particles from sprays that do not also emit vapors.
AlphaProTech Critical Cover™ PFL™ N95 Particulate Respirator
N95 particulate respirator is NIOSH approved and meets WHO/CDC recommended protection levels for many airborne contaminants.
3M™ VFlex™ 9105 Series N95 Particulate Respirators
Disposable N95 particulate respirators have a unique folded design with V-shaped pleats that flex with mouth movement for easier talking and expand for ease of breathing.
3M™ N95 Particulate Respirator, 8200
Economical, disposable particulate respirator designed to provide reliable protection of at least 95 percent filtration efficiency against certain non-oil based particles.
3M™ N95 Healthcare Particulate Respirators and Surgical Masks, 1860 Series
Disposable respirators provide protection against certain airborne biological particles. Fluid resistant to splash and spatter of blood and other infectious material.