Elastomeric full facepiece respirators are reusable and cover the nose, mouth, and eyes. PAPRs are reusable and often have a hood or helmet that covers the nose, mouth, and eyes. A battery-powered blower pulls air through filters or cartridges. Mention of any company or product does not constitute endorsement by NIOSH, CDC.

A half facepiece PAPR has an APF of 50, and a full facepiece PAPR has an APF of 1,000. A PAPR may have a tight-fitting half or full facepiece or a loose-fitting facepiece,

Work effortlessly and comfortable with HEPA Particulate Filtration. Exceeds the filtration of a N95 mask and will save in waste and money in the long run. A powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) designed to provide high protection. Comfortable and easy to wear over long periods. Includes one P100 High Efficiency Filter.

The Swiss Air PAPR Loose Fit system offers: Flame-retardant ventilated half-mask; Powerful TH3 filter unit protecting you from 99.8% of all harmful particles, aerosols, vapors, smoke and even viruses; Positive pressure to support breathing and avoid fatigue

This APF category includes filtering facepieces, and half masks with elastomeric facepieces. For more information please refer to OSHA publication: OSHA 3352-02 (2009)

Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) are motorized (battery powered) systems that deliver continuous flow or filtered air. PAPR masks are used in situations where particulates, gases and vapors hazards exist. When selecting a PAPR, consider the following:

Experience advanced respiratory protection with the Optrel Swiss Air PAPR, certified to NIOSH PAPR-100N standards. Choose to pair the Swiss Air with an optrel hood such as the Panoramaxx CLT or the Crystal 2.0, an industrial helmet, a weldCap ® or no helmet at all.

MSA Air-Purifying Respirators (APR) are available in half mask and full mask options and protect against exposure to a variety of airborne substances.

Ventilated half mask made of flame-retardant material covers mouth and nose area completely. Positive pressure supports breathing and avoids fatigue. Infinitely adjustable headband for all sizes from XS to XL. Y-hose with adjustable neck strap and flexible hose elements guides the air directly into the half mask.