As a result of many production processes, harmful impurities are emitted into the air. Their chemical composition and concentration can be extremely dangerous, especially for paint products. To protect the respiratory system from the negative effects and prevent poisoning by harmful substances, the industry produces respirators.
Types of respirators
Respiratory protection during the implementation of production processes associated with the release of toxic substances into the air are different:
- Against dust, steam and gas.
- Anti-aerosol respirator for painting. It is used in the manufacture of work related to spraying paint.
- Combined. They have universal properties. Purify air from pollution of various origin. These are the most reliable masks, but their cost is high.
Depending on the scope of use, respirators are produced for various needs: military, industrial, medical, domestic. For painting work using a spray gun, a respirator for painting is used. The filter must match its type. Powder-coated respirator - anti-aerosol. When working with a substance based on water, the same type of mask is used, but with additional protection against organic vapor.
Classification
The combination of respirators in groups depends on:
- From their purpose, that is, from what harmful substances it is necessary to protect the respiratory system: dust, gas, or both together. Respirators of this category are used during paint work, including when painting cars.
- From the design. Depending on the specifics of the work, a respirator with or without a breathing valve is chosen.
- From the term of use, distinguish masks of single or multiple use. In respirators of the first variety, the filter is not removed, it is firmly fixed. After clogging, the entire mask is disposed of. Refillable models are better since the filter must be replaced if it is dirty.
- From the type of protection mechanism.
How to choose a respirator for painting?
You need to purchase it personally, so as not to be mistaken. Preliminary, the face is measured from the largest recess on the nose to the lowest point on the chin. After choosing a model, the mask is inspected for defects. If everything is in order and there are no malfunctions, a fitting is done.
The edges to the face should fit tightly without causing discomfort. Buckles that fix the position of the respirator on the face should have normal tension. It is better to choose a model where they will be regulated. It is important that moisture does not accumulate inside the mask, since there is no way to weather it. If this happens during the production process, you need to leave the danger zone, remove the respirator from the face, remove all moisture with a soft cloth, put it on again and only then return to your workplace.
Painting a car using a respirator
Any kind of it is intended to protect the respiratory system. Protective equipment is used in various industries, including those associated with paint work. In everyday life, almost all men are faced with this. In most cases, choose a respirator for painting a 3M car. The principle of operation is simple - the inhaled contaminated air is first cleaned in the filter, and then into the lungs. The protective equipment is a lightweight version of the gas mask.
Respirator for car painting is:
- Half mask. The filtering elements (cartridges) of this option are connected to the device.
- The respirator and filter form a single unit. You do not need to attach anything.
3M Filtering Respirators: Basic Types
Protective equipment has differences depending on the scope, type of filter, absence or presence of a breathing valve, level of protection, frequency of use and much more. This is a complex classification, some types of respirators included in it are most popular for working in conditions characterized by too polluted air.
- The respirator for painting is standard. The degree of protection is different. For the manufacture of a layer with a filter, high-quality polymer fibers are used. In such a mask, neither organic vapors nor aerosol sprays are scary.
- The respirator is specialized. The degree of protection is high. Smoke from welding, organic steam, industrial dust, ozone do not enter the respiratory tract.
- A respirator for painting with two or three panels, it is called volumetric. The degree of protection is high. The 3M Series Exhalation Valve comes in many varieties. The protective equipment is intended for work in mines, in the chemical and metalworking industries, in mechanical engineering.
- Respirator folding series 3M varieties Aura 9300. It reliably protects the lungs from harmful impurities in the air. Very compact, so easy to store.
3M Respirators: Benefits
These respiratory protective equipment do not pass into the human lungs substances harmful to them. This is achieved thanks to filtration, which is carried out in a special way: mechanical and electronic technology is used. Respirator for painting 3M, some of its models, can protect the face from overheating and moisture accumulation.
- These masks are very comfortable and their design is ergonomic. They are comfortable to wear, as they tightly fit to the mouth and nose, do not create obstacles when breathing and talking.
- Individual models have several sizes.
- If the filter becomes dirty, it can always be replaced, which significantly extends the life of the filter.
- Respirators are convenient to transport and store, as folding masks are available.
- 3M models produce different types required for various industries.
The use of 3M respirators
Their use is mandatory for harmful production processes that poison the air. High-quality respirators under the 3M brand are used:
- In mechanical engineering, when metal is sprayed.
- In the chemical industry, where work processes are associated with resins, glues, paints and varnishes.
- In agriculture, when plants are treated with various fertilizers.
- In the metallurgical industry in the processing of metals by chemical substances.