Suggestions for 1/2 mask respirator and specific cartrdige

[ashwinearl]

I have a nice full mask 3M 6000 series, but realize I need reading glasses to see well enough up close. And they don't fit under the face mask.

So am going to go with some BiFocal reading Safety glasses and a 1/2 mask respirator.

Is there a suggestion for Brand/model and specific Cartridge? I am working with 1084, O1 CPM steels, and G10 scales, Micarta.

I know the G10 requires extra precautions.

I saw on one post someone suggested P100/OV/AG Cartridge?

Many Thanks.

 

[3fifty7]

This is what I use when I'm working in our grain bins(very fine grain dust) or grinding knives and handles.
Moldex half mask, particulate filter with a prefilter piggy backed into it. Different cartridges are available as well.


https://www.northernsafety.com/Product/3401/Moldex-8000-Series-Half-Mask-Respirator
https://www.northernsafety.com/Product/3489/Moldex-8000-Series-P100-Respirator-Cartridges-2-Pack
https://www.northernsafety.com/Product/3405/Moldex-8000-Series-Respirator-P100-Disks-2-Pack
https://www.northernsafety.com/Prod...s-Respirator-Prefilter-Cover-Retainers-2-Pack

 

[Geoff Flato]

I've taken to prefer the resp-o-rator over the half face masks.

 

[Stacy E. Apelt - Bladesmith]

Go professional and get a PAPR system. The hood fits over your glasses. Better air, better flow, no black face, no bacteria build up, much cooler in the summer. The Breathe-Easy and similar systems are very affordable on Ebay.