- A durable, rugged plastic shield engineered for 3M TR-600 and TR-800 Series Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) systems, it's a mandatory physical accessory recommended by 3M to safeguard high-end combination cartridges from job site impacts, liquids, and heavy debris
Uses
- Cartridge Protection:
- Snaps directly over the TR-6510N (Organic Vapor/HE), TR-6530N (Organic Vapor/Acid Gas/HE), and TR-6590N (Multi-Gas/HE) cartridges to prevent damage from external bumps or scraping
- Wet & Harsh Environments:
- Used to shield the internal filtration elements during decontamination showers or when working outdoors in the rain
- Heavy-Debris Work:
- Deployed during intensive industrial tasks including grinding, automotive painting, composite finishing, welding, and tile or stone fabrication
Features
- Multi-Accessory Housing:
- Built with a specialized internal chamber that securely holds the TR-6600 Prefilter or the TR-662 Spark Arrestor firmly in place against the primary cartridge inlet
- Impact-Resistant Construction:
- Crafted from robust materials that deflect flying slag, sparks, drops, and workplace abrasions
- Cleanable & Reusable Matrix:
- Designed to be washed, wiped down, and repeatedly sanitized before needing a physical replacement
- Tool-Free Snap Latch:
- Installs instantly over the cartridge body using manual clip-on side latches, requiring no tools for field assembly
Benefits
- Extends Main Filter Lifespan:
- By facilitating the use of cheap, disposable prefilters, it helps catch coarse dust and prevents the more expensive internal HEPA and charcoal beds from plugging prematurely
- Substantial Cost Savings:
- Acts as an affordable "bumper" that bears the brunt of physical impacts, eliminating the need to throw away costly chemical cartridges due to cracked plastic housings
- Ensures Decontamination Compliance:
- Allows workers to walk through safety wash-downs or rainy outdoor environments without oversaturating or destroying the active carbon filter media inside
- Maintains High System Airflow:
- Directs surrounding ambient air effectively into the intakes while shielding the filter face from direct liquid spray blinding