Main Features
The 3M™ 8833 respirator has exceptional comfort because of an advanced soft facepiece sealing ring which provides a good fit over a wide range of face sizes. The 8833 features an exhalation valve that helps reduce moisture build-up in certain work conditions. The adjustable nose clip also helps
ensure a comfortable and secure fit.
Applications
Pharmaceuticals Battery manufacture
Ship building Ship repair
Chemical processing Construction
Iron & steel foundries Welding and soldering
Grinding
Approvals
The 3M 8833 has been shown to meet the Basic Safety Requirements under Article 10 and 11B of the European Community Directive 89/686/EEC.
The product is CE marked.
Materials
The following materials are used in the production of this product:
Headband - Polyisoprene/Polyester
Nose-clip - Aluminium
Filter - Polypropylene
Face seal - PVC
Valve - Polypropylene/Polyester
Weight: 18.2g
Standards
The product has been tested to the European Norm EN149:2001 and has met the requirements of category FFP3 in this standard.
The main performance tests in this standard are:
Filter Penetration
Total Inward Leakage (TIL)
Flammability
Breathing Resistance
Performance
The product has an Assigned Protection Factor of 20; i.e., it can be used in atmospheres containing up to 20 times the Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) of particulate contaminants. Nominal Protection Factor = 50
Warnings
As with the use of any respiratory device, the wearer must first be trained in the proper use of the product. This product does not protect the wearer against gases, vapours, solvents from paint spray operations or atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. Use only in adequately ventilated areas containing sufficient oxygen to support life. Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are immediately dangerous to life or health.
Leave the area immediately if:
Breathing becomes difficult
Dizziness or other distress occurs
Discard and replace respirator if it becomes damaged or breathing resistance becomes excessive or at the end of the shift. Never alter or modify this device. The 8833 is intended to be a single shift device.
