The popular 3M Aura 9312+ valved respirator is flat folding and rated to FFP1 mask, offering excellent protection against low level dusts and mists. The high quality, 3 panel design provides comfortable wear while still providing the best protection.
Features:
1 Box of 10 masks
Delivery Options:
FREE DELIVERY OVER £ 75 NET
The FFP1 grade is the most basic of the FFP masks. FPP1 face masks are tested and CE Approved to EN 149:2001 + A1:2009 and are intended to be used in low concentrations of non toxic dusts with a minimum filter efficiency of 80%. FFP1 respirators are available as either fold flat mask or moulded masks (cup shaped & provide a protection APF x 4.
FFP1 dust masks are usually used during DIY tasks & are suitable for hand sanding, drilling, and cutting for example. The main manufacturers are 3M & Portwest.
If higher protection levels are required or the hazard is slightly toxic and extremely toxic then an FFP2 or FFP3 mask should be selected.
FFP1 face masks protect from particle sizes larger than 5 microns. FFP1 respirators are not suitable to protection against viruses. (FFP3 masks are required)
The 3m FFP1 masks feature the 3M advanced Electret filter material which reduces breathing resistance & provides a constant high quality 4x APF filtering performance ensuring that they are very comfortable to wear for long periods.
Both types FFP1 dust mask will have the same EN 149:2001 + A1:2009 FFP1 NR protection standard & assigned protection factor (APF): 4. The moulded dust mask provides a robust outer shell for added durability whereas a fold flat mask has great facial movement during speech.