Searching for a Ammonia Respirator mask

[Iced-T]

Hi,

I am looking for a Ammonia Respirator Mask, something that is not too pricey.

Can anyone recommend me some models that I could look at.

Any help is much appreciated.

Thanks.

[Grizzly]

Hi.
The Respirator shown is suitable, however I don't know what ones are available to you in Singapore?
Sunstrom do a nice one similar to the Arco one.
http://www.arco.co.uk/products/1F5000/482599/Arco+GX01+Single+Filter+Full+Face+Mask+Respirator
You need K1 or K2 filters to go with it.
Grizzly

[Tycho]

I quite like the one I have, it's the 3M 6800, no idea what it costs.

The filters on the side allows you better vision than a mask with a huge filter in the center and you can actually see what you are doing :) and it's a slim design so you don't get the filters caught up in stuff when you are working in cramped spaces

[Magoo]

Your life depends on a quality mask, do not scrimp on the purchase price. I use 3 M masks myself. Similar to Tycho.

[Iced-T]

Hi,

I am considering getting the 3M 6200 (half mask), and pairing it with the green ammonia filter, and using a separate goggle for eye protection. The links are below.


http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3M-6200-masks-seven-sets-3M-6100-box-paint-dual-gas-respirator-Face-Shield-Industrial-Safety/837892468.html

http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/3M-6054-K1-Ammonia-Gas-Vapour-Filter-6000-Series-/160535516103?pt=UK_BOI_ProtectiveGear_RL&hash=item2560a993c7

Will this work?

[Tycho]

Hi,

I am considering getting the 3M 6200 (half mask), and pairing it with the green ammonia filter, and using a separate goggle for eye protection. The links are below.


http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3M-6200-masks-seven-sets-3M-6100-box-paint-dual-gas-respirator-Face-Shield-Industrial-Safety/837892468.html

http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/3M-6054-K1-Ammonia-Gas-Vapour-Filter-6000-Series-/160535516103?pt=UK_BOI_ProtectiveGear_RL&hash=item2560a993c7

Will this work?


The problem is that the separate goggles won't form a tight seal around your eyes and if there is enough gas in the air for you to need a filtermask you will also need proper eye protection unless you want to risk serious eye damage.

[Grizzly]

Hi Iced T
Magoo and Tyco are correct.
You would be silly to try and use a 1/2 mask.
If there is enough vapour present to necessitate putting a respirator on, then you need one with full face cover.
Otherwise the vapour will attack the moisture within your eyes/ eye sockets.
With little or no warning the resultant ammonia solution will the slowly burn the skin across your eyeball.

You don't want to go there.
Grizzly.

[Josip]

Hi, Iced-T :)


Hi,

I am considering getting the 3M 6200 (half mask), and pairing it with the green ammonia filter, and using a separate goggle for eye protection. The links are below.


http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3M-6200-masks-seven-sets-3M-6100-box-paint-dual-gas-respirator-Face-Shield-Industrial-Safety/837892468.html

http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/3M-6054-K1-Ammonia-Gas-Vapour-Filter-6000-Series-/160535516103?pt=UK_BOI_ProtectiveGear_RL&hash=item2560a993c7

Will this work?

Ammonia is our friend, but that does not mean we can underestimate that refrigerant.

It is not possible to deal with ammonia half equipped, believe me ;) do not use cheap solutions.

You are protecting your body i.e. your life ... which is priceless.

Here, on RE forums, you can make your own search about ammonia ... please, do that.

Best regards, Josip :)

[Iced-T]

Thank you all for your advice and experiences...

I guess I didnt consider most of the things in the comments ...

So a full face mask it is! .... I will have to do some research on what models are available here tho.. Else order one online.