ESKO BREATHE EASY P2 CUPPED PARTICULATE MASK VALVE CARBON | 12 PACK P2 rating for protection against mechanically and thermally generated particles AIR8™ exhalation valve for easier airflow Activated carbon protects against lower-level organic vapours in addition to P2 rating Colour coded packaging for ease of identification Dual straps give firm and comfortable fit Tested and certified to AS/NZS 1716:2012 Additional active carbon filter layer to resist acid vapours, such as H2S, SO2, H2, N2 and micro dust Special 4-Ply pleated design, high filtration and static electricity material. What is a P2 Rating? P2 is a respiratory filter rating under the AS/NZS1716 standards for use in Australia and New Zealand. Protects against mechanically and thermally generated particles. Filtration rate: Filters at least 94% of airborne particles Suitable for: Relatively small particles generated by mechanical processes eg. grinding, cutting, sanding, drilling & sawing Sub-micron thermally generated particles e.g. metal & welding fumes, fertilizer and bushfire smoke, diesel exhaust & smoke and acid gases Biologically active airborne particles under specified infection control applications e.g. viruses, bacteria, COVID-19, SARS, bioaerosols & fungus Often distinguished with blue head straps What is the function of valves on disposable respirators? P1 and P2 respirators are available with a valve, either on the front or side. The purpose of respirator valves is to make exhaling (i.e. breathing out) easier, and reducing fogging to glasses and other eye/face protective devices causes by warm breath releasing from the sides of respirator. These valves are one way, allowing air to escape only when exhaling. This valve does not increase or reduce the filtration rating of a respirator. For example, a P2 mask with a valve does not offer higher protection than a P2 mask without a valve. Click here to view the Esko BreatheEasy P2 Valved Mask with Carbon Filter Technical Data Sheet
