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Tag Archives: Respro® Masks FAQ
Respro® Masks FAQ: Can I Wash The Filter?
The filter material may be washed, but ordinarily we recommend ‘hand washing’. Machine washing can be somewhat vigorous which can abraid the material by being washed with other garments. Some washing powders also contain fragrance additives which the filter will certainly pick up. … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: What % of your mask (Sportsta™) protects against PM 2.5
The filter material in the Sportsta™ mask is subject to testing which gives 99% filtration of particulates smaller than PM2.5 (2.5 microns); in fact almost ten times smaller, 0.3 microns. An important point with respect to masks is how well … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: What is Air Pollution?
What is Air Pollution? Air pollution is made up of two distinct categories: 1. Gases and Vapours 2. Particulates Most types of pollution can be put into one or other category. Gases & Vapours: Nitrogen oxides Sulphur Dioxide Carbon Monoxide … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: How do I stop my glasses from misting up?
How do I stop my glasses from misting up? When using a mask with glasses, it is best to fit the mask first to get the correct fit with no seal leakage, then place the glasses in front of the … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: How long does the Bandit™ last before it needs replacing?
How long does the Bandit™ last before it needs replacing? Under normal conditions the Bandit™ will provide the user with approximately six months protection. The Bandit incorporates D.A.C.C. which is specially coated so that it can be washed. It should … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: What filters do I need for the X-treme™ masks?
What filters do I need for the X-treme™ masks? Essentially the filters in the X-treme™ function in the same way as the City™ and Sportsta™ filters do. The X-treme™ mask for sports utilises the particulate filtration ability of the Sportsta™ … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: Why is the Cinqro™ mask more expensive than the other masks?
The Cinqro™ package incorporates a complete mask fitted with a Hepa-Type particle filter for filtering submicron particles like diesel smoke. A spare DACC chemical/particle filter is also supplied as part of the package allowing filter interchangeability. For improved air flow … Continue reading
Respro® Masks FAQ: How do the Sportsta™ and City™ filters differ?
How do the Sportsta™ and City™ filters differ? Each filters type has a primary use in a specific environment. 1. The City filter uses Dynamic Activated Charcoal Cloth (DACC) a 95% pure charcoal weave, originally developed by the U.K. Ministry of … Continue reading





