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A1 Organic gases and vapours. Working with solvents created by mixing 1000 ppm or 10 x OEL
Boiling point >65° C paints and adhesives whichever is lower
A2 Organic gases and vapours. As A1 but to higher concentrations or for 5000 ppm or 10 x OEL
Boiling point >65° C prolonged use whichever is lower
ABE 1 Organic gases and vapours As A1 but with additional protection 1000 ppm or 10 x OEL
(Boiling point >65° C), inorganic gases, against e.g. H2S, SO2, hydrochloric whichever is lower
acid gases acid
ABEK 1 Organic gases and vapours As ABE1 but with additional protection 1000 ppm or 10 x OEL
(Boiling point >65°C), inorganic gases, against ammonia whichever is lower
acid gases and ammonia
P1 R D Non toxic dusts, mists and fumes Working with non toxic dusts, mists and fumes 4 x OEL
P2 S R Toxic dusts, mists and fumes. Working with hardwood, glass fibres and 10 x OEL
plastics, metalworking and welding
P2 R D Toxic dusts, mists and fumes. Working with hardwood, glass fibres and 10 x OEL
plastics, metalworking and welding
P3 S R All dusts, mists and fumes. Working with highly toxic metals, 20 x OEL
biochemical substances and biologically
active aerosols
P3 R D All dusts, mists and fumes. Working with highly toxic metals, 20 x OEL
biochemical substances and biologically
active aerosols
D = Masks have passed the optional dolomite clogging test. Better breathing resistance for a longer period.
S = Against dusts, fumes and water-based aerosols. Not suitable against oil-based aerosols.
Gas (A4) / 07-2006 / UK