3M Powered Air

Respiratory Systems

Selection
guide

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 Contents
How to select the right protection for your job 2

INDUSTRIES:

Metalwork and Mechanical Engineering 4

Woodworking 6

Painting and Decorating 8

Construction 10

Agriculture 12

Motor Vehicle Manufacturers 16

Pharmaceutical Manufacture 18

Pulp and Paper Industries 20

Medical and Health Care 22

Mining and Quarrying 23

Demolition and Sanitising 24

Jupiter™ Turbo Unit and Dustmaster™ Turbo Unit

– Powered Air Units 26-27

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 How to select the right 3M Powered Air Respirator
system for your job
This guide introduces a selection from 3M’s Modular range How to proceed:
of powered air respirators. These products have been pre-
1. Find your working area in the contents table on page 1.
selected from 3M’s wider range, to meet the needs of many
industries and applications. 2. Go to the page indicated and find the application that
corresponds to your job.
Our products are designed to protect you from such hazards 3. One or more combinations of powered air respiratory
as fine particles, metal fumes, solvent vapours and paint systems are suggested for your specific needs, based on
mist. the industry and application that you have selected.
This guide is intended to help you find a suitable headtop 4. If you made your choice with the help of the selection
and powered air unit for your personal needs. table, simply ask your local dealer to supply the product.
5. If you have not found any suitable protection for your
Advantages of these systems: specific application, please contact your local dealer for
• Combination of different protection functions, i.e. further assistance. 3M offers an extensive range of
respiratory, head, face and eye protection. powered and supplied air products and it is very likely
• No breathing resistance for easier working. that we have a solution for you, please contact 3M or
your local dealer.
• High wearer comfort leading to
This selection guide only covers the most common
- higher wearer acceptance,
industries, applications and products.
- extended wearing period
- higher productivity. For further details of 3M’s full Modular range and
Individual systems, see our full Product Catalogue or visit
our website
(add local OHES webaddress here)

Product Standards
This quick reference chart describes the protection standards of the headtops used with each respective turbo unit.

Respiratory Protection

Jupiter Turbo Unit Dustmaster Turbo Unit Eye Protection Welding Protection Head Protection

Headtop Class NPF Standard Class NPF Standard Class Standard Class Standard Type Standard

HT-103 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146

HT-120 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146

HT-401 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146 2:F:3 (F-low energy EN166

impact)

HT-402 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146 2:B:3:9 (B-medium EN166

energy impact)

HT-622 TH2 50 EN12941 TH1 10 EN12941 2:B (B-medium EN166 B (B-medium EN175
energy impact) * energy impact)
2:S (S-increased
robustness) **

HT-701 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146 2:B:3 (B-medium EN166 Industrial EN397
energy impact) safety helmet

HT-820 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146 1:B:3:9 (B-medium EN166 Industrial EN812
energy impact) bump cap

HT-840 TH2 50 EN12941 TH2 50 prEN146 1:B:3:9 (B-medium EN166 Industrial EN397
energy impact) safety helmet

* Shade 1.7 visor and shade 3 visor

** Shade 5 visor

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 Metalwork and Mechanical Engineering

Metalworkers are often exposed to hazardous fumes and

particles caused by welding, grinding and polishing.
Paint mist and solvent vapours are other hazards that
require good respiratory protection. Headtops

HT-401 HT-402 HT-622 HT-701 HT-820 HT-840

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Application Occupational hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Fabrication

Stainless steel welding Fine particles and metal fume p

Spot welding Fine particles and metal fume P

Molten metal handling Fine particles and metal fume, molten P

metal splash

Machining and Refurbishment

Degreasing Solvent vapours A2P * *

Machining Metalworking fluids (oil mists) P

Grinding Fine particles, medium energy impact P

Polishing Fine particles, medium energy impact P

Finishing Fine particles, medium energy impact P

Surface Coatings (paints, varnishes, stains, thinners)

Paints – brush applied Solvent vapours A2P * *

Paint spraying Paint mist and solvent vapours
(non-isocyanates)
A2P
* *
‘Rubbing down’ paint work Fine particles, low energy impact P

Paint stripping
(not dichloromethane)
Solvent vapours A2P
* *
Powder coating Fine particles P

Adhesive – brush applied Solvent vapours A2P * *

Adhesive spraying – ‘two pack’ Mist and solvent vapours
(non-isocyanates)
A2P
* *
Polyester resin – hand mixing Fine particles and solvent vapours A2P * *
Polyester resin – spraying Mist and solvent vapours A2P * *
  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

* Only with optional acetate visor.

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Metalwork and Mechanical Engineering

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight

Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-622 Welding Shield 3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and eye protection
Integrates respiratory, head and
Flip-up welding filter eye protection
Shade 1.7 visor (3 or 5 optional)
Impact and molten metal
Shade 8 welding filter (5, 10 optional) protection
Thermoplastic elastomer shield Suited for grinding and polishing
Polycarbonate visor Clear polycarbonate visor
White helmet shell
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B (Shade 1.7
and 3 visor)
Approvals:
EN166:2:S (Shade 5 visor) Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
EN 169 Head protection: EN397
Face protection: EN175B Respiratory protection in
Respiratory protection in combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster EN12941 TH1 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-820 Bump Cap with Visor 3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
Suitable for Grinding Impact and molten metal protection
Clear polycarbonate flip-up visor, acetate optional Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
Face seal Face seal
Comfortable and durable Comfortable and durable
Easy to dismantle, re-assemble Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
and maintain and maintain
Adjustable head cradle Adjustable head cradle
Dark red bump-cap Dark green helmet shell

Approvals: Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9 Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Head protection: EN812 Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in combination with: Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Woodworking

The air in woodworking facilities is often filled with fine

particles. Turbo units and headtops help prevent these from
entering eyes and lungs. For protection against paints and
chemicals we offer a variety of headtops that offer shoulder Headtops
protection or chemical resistance.
HT-103 HT-120 HT-401 HT-402 HT-701 HT-840

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Application Respiratory hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Hardwoods, Softwoods and MDF (machining)

Sanding Fine particles p

Cutting Fine particles P

Routing Fine particles P

Manufacturing particle board, Fine particles and formaldehyde A2P

chipboard and MDF vapours

Surface Coatings (paints, varnishes, stains, thinners)

Water based – brush/roller Paint mist P

Water based – spraying Paint mist P

Solvent based – brush/roller/spraying Solvent vapours and mist A2P

Paint Removal

Impact stripping Fine particles P

Abrasive stripping Fine particles P

Chemical stripping Solvent vapours A2P

Adhesives

Strong epoxy-resin system adhesive Solvent vapours A2P

Timber treatment

Solvent based, e.g. white spirit Solvent vapours and mist A2P

Water based Fine mist P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Woodworking

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor 3M™ HT-820 Bump Cap with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
eye protection Suitable for Grinding
Impact and molten metal Clear polycarbonate flip-up visor, acetate optional
protection Face seal
Suited for grinding and polishing Comfortable and durable
Clear polycarbonate visor Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
and maintain
White helmet shell
Adjustable head cradle
Approvals: Dark red bump-cap
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Approvals:
Head protection: EN397
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
Head protection: EN812
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Painting and Decorating

Power sanding and paint removal create fine particles

that easily enter the lungs. You can help protect yourself by
choosing the right combination of powered air turbo unit
and headtop. Headtops

HT-103 HT-120 HT-401 HT-402 HT-701 HT-840

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Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Surface Cleaning

High Pressure Water Sugar soap mist p

Power Sanding

Rust removal Fine metal particles P

Filler Fine particles p

Concrete and plaster Fine particles p

Softwood, hardwood Fine particles p

Plastics Fine particles p

Paint Fine particles p

Paint Removal

Impact stripping Fine particles of paint P

Abrasive sanding Fine particles of paint P

Chemical stripping Solvent vapours A2P

Painting

Water based – brush/roller Paint mist P

Water based – spraying Paint spray mist P

Solvent based – brush/roller/spray Solvent vapours and mist A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Painting and Decorating

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor 3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
eye protection Impact and molten metal protection
Impact and molten metal Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
protection Face seal
Suited for grinding and polishing Comfortable and durable
Clear polycarbonate visor Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
White helmet shell and maintain
Adjustable head cradle
Approvals: Dark green helmet shell
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Approvals:
Head protection: EN397
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
Head protection: EN397
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Construction

Construction workers are exposed to a wide variety of

hazards. Be sure to protect eyes and lungs by using the
right headtop and turbo unit. This chart shows you the
recommended combination for particular jobs. Head tops

HT-622 HT-701 HT-840

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Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Surface Preparation

Creosoting Organic vapours A2P

Softwood/hardwood dusts Fine particles P

(machining)

Demolition Fine particles P

Groundwork (concrete) Fine particles P

Cutting/riveting Metal dust P

Welding Welding fume P

Site Construction

Scabbling (concrete) Fine particles P

Shot creting (concrete) Fine particles p

Underpinning Dust/diesel (machinery) A2P

Tunnelling Silica clay (general dust) p

Tunneling – Contaminated soil Organic vapours, chemicals, particles A2p

Grinding Metal dust p

Site Completion

Plastering Fine particles P

Softwood/hardwood dusts Fine particles P

(machining)

Solvent based painting Solvent vapours and mist A2P

(non-isocyanates)

Roof felting Organic vapours/particles A2P

Road surfacing Organic vapours/particles A2P

Loft insulation Dust/fibres P

Timber treatment Organic vapours A2P

Adhesives/sealants Organic vapours A2P

Brick treatments Organic vapours A2P

Tiling Fine particles P

Fuelling vehicles Organic vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Construction

3M™ HT-622 Welding Shield

Integrates respiratory, face and eye protection
Flip-up welding filter
Shade 1.7 visor (3 or 5 optional)
Shade 8 welding filter (5, 10 optional)
Thermoplastic elastomer shield
Polycarbonate visor

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B (Shade 1.7
and 3 visor)
EN166:2:S (Shade 5 visor)
EN 169
Face protection: EN175B
Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster EN12941 TH1

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, head and
eye protection
Impact and molten metal
protection
Suited for grinding and polishing
Clear polycarbonate visor
White helmet shell

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
Impact and molten metal protection
Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
Face seal
Comfortable and durable
Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
and maintain
Adjustable head cradle
Dark green helmet shell

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Agriculture

Pesticides demand the utmost caution. Be sure to wear

protective clothing and good respiratory protection. 3M
offers a wide variety of options based on the 48 most Head tops
common pesticides/chemicals used. This chart helps you
choose the right protection. HT-103 HT-120 HT-401 HT-402 HT-622

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Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options
General Applications

Working with hay Particulate P

Grain handling Particulate p

Working with livestock Particulate p

Welding Particulate (metal fume) p

Mixing chemicals Particulate, gases and vapours A2P

Spraying paints Particulate and organic vapours (non- A2P

isocyanates)

Pesticide Trade Name

Afalon Linuron P

Afalcron 10WP Azamethihos A2P

Alto Combi Carbendazim P

Ambush C Cypermethrin P

Aphox Pirimicarb A2P

Asulox Asulam P

Avenge 2 Difenzoquat P

Basagran Bentazone P

Benazalox Benazolin P

Benlate Benomyl P

Betanal E Phenmedipham A2P

Birlane Chlorfenvinphos A2P

Calixin Tridemorph P

Challenge Glufosinate-ammonium P

Corbel Fenpropimorph P

Curzate M Cymoxanil P

Cycocel New 5C Chlormequat P

Decis Deltamethrin A2P

Dicurane Duo Bifenox P

Dursban 4 Chlorpyrifos A2P

Early Impact Carbendazim P

Fortrol Cyanazine P

Gesaprim 500 SC Atrazine P

Gesatop 500 SC Simazine P

Gramoxone 100 Paraquat P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

Continued on next spread
  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Agriculture

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-622 Welding Shield

Integrates respiratory, face and eye protection
Flip-up welding filter
Shade 1.7 visor (3 or 5 optional)
Shade 8 welding filter (5, 10 optional)
Thermoplastic elastomer shield
Polycarbonate visor

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B (Shade 1.7
and 3 visor)
EN166:2:S (Shade 5 visor)
EN 169
Face protection: EN175B
Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster EN12941 TH1

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 Agriculture

Pesticides demand the utmost caution. Be sure to wear

protective clothing and good respiratory protection. 3M
offers a wide variety of options based on the 48 most
common pesticides/chemicals used. This chart helps you Head tops
choose the right protection.
HT-103 HT-120 HT-401 HT-402 HT-622

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Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Pesticide Trade Name

Hostathion Triazophos A2P

Impact Excel Chlorothalonil P

Javelin Gold Diflurenican P

Knave Disulfoton A2P

Legend Fenpropidin p

Logran 20 WG Triasulfuron p

Maneb WP Maneb p

Mocap 10G Ethoprophos A2P

Oncol 10G Benfuracarb A2P

Oxytril CM Bromoxynil P

Phorate Phorate A2P

Radar Propiconazole P

Ramrod Propachlor P

Reglone Diquat P

Rovral Flo Iprodione P

Roundup Glyphosate P

Sportak 45 EC Prochloraz A2P

Starane 2 Fluroxypyr A2P

Treflan Trifluralin P

Trosan SC Chloridazon P

Venzar Lenacil P

Vydate 10G Oxamyl A2P

Yaltox Carbofuran A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Agriculture

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-622 Welding Shield

Integrates respiratory, face and eye protection
Flip-up welding filter
Shade 1.7 visor (3 or 5 optional)
Shade 8 welding filter (5, 10 optional)
Thermoplastic elastomer shield
Polycarbonate visor

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B (Shade 1.7
and 3 visor)
EN166:2:S (Shade 5 visor)
EN 169
Face protection: EN175B
Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster EN12941 TH1

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 Motor Vehicle Manufacturers

Welding, sanding and surface coating require good

respiratory protection, to ensure you avoid hazardous
metal fumes, fine particles and solvent vapours.
There are a number of headtop and turbo unit combinations Head tops
for each of these hazards.
HT-401 HT-402 HT-622 HT-701 HT-840

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Welding

Stainless steel welding Fine particles and metal fume p

Spot welding Fine particles and metal fume P

Sanding and Finishing

Finishing ‘cured’ epoxy resins Fine particles P

Polyester resin sanding Fine particles P

Rubbing down paintwork Fine particles P

Surface Coatings

General paint spraying Paint mist and solvent vapours A2P

Polyester resin hand mixing Fine particles and solvent vapours A2P

Polyester resin spraying Mist and solvent vapours A2P

Brush applied paints Solvent vapours A2P

Paint stripping Solvent vapours A2P

(chemical based) (not dichloromethane)

Brush applied adhesives Solvent vapours A2P

Adhesive spraying Adhesive mist and solvent vapours A2P

Other

Coolant mist emissions Fine mists particulate p

Fuelling vehicles Organic vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Motor Vehicle Manufacturers

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-622 Welding Shield 3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and eye protection
Integrates respiratory, head and
Flip-up welding filter
eye protection
Shade 1.7 visor (3 or 5 optional)
Impact and molten metal
Shade 8 welding filter (5, 10 optional)
protection
Thermoplastic elastomer shield
Polycarbonate visor Suited for grinding and polishing
Clear polycarbonate visor
Approvals: White helmet shell
Eye protection: EN166:2:B (Shade 1.7
and 3 visor) Approvals:
EN166:2:S (Shade 5 visor) Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
EN 169 Head protection: EN397
Face protection: EN175B Respiratory protection in
Respiratory protection in combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster EN12941 TH1 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
Impact and molten metal protection
Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
Face seal
Comfortable and durable
Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
and maintain
Adjustable head cradle
Dark green helmet shell

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Pharmaceutical Manufacture

Fine particles and cytotoxic drugs call for reliable

respiratory protection. These products are designed to
filtering out the hazards while protecting head and face.
Head tops

HT-103 HT-120 HT-820 HT-840

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Manufacture of Medicines

Chemical handling and drying Fine particles and combined A2P

chemicals, cytotoxic drugs

Mixing chemicals Fine particles and combined A2P

chemicals, cytotoxic drugs

Pulverising powders Fine particles P

Shaping Fine particles, cytotoxic drugs P

Size reduction Fine particles, cytotoxic drugs P

Transfer Fine particles, cytotoxic drugs P

Maintenance

Cleaning machines/equipment Fine particles, vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Pharmaceutical Manufacture

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-820 Bump Cap with Visor 3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
Suitable for Grinding Impact and molten metal protection
Clear polycarbonate flip-up visor, acetate optional Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
Face seal Face seal
Comfortable and durable Comfortable and durable
Easy to dismantle, re-assemble Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
and maintain and maintain
Adjustable head cradle Adjustable head cradle
Dark red bump-cap Dark green helmet shell

Approvals: Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9 Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Head protection: EN812 Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in combination with: Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Paper and Pulp Industries

Emissions from these industries include gases and

vapours that may be hazardous to workers. Be sure to
use the right protective systems.
3M also has solutions for protecting against fine wood Head tops
particles.
HT-401 HT-402 HT-701 HT-840

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Wood Chip production

Sawmilling Fine wood particles P

Chipping Fine wood particles P

Pulping

Chemical pulping Gases and vapours A2P

Black liqour recovery Gases and vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

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 Paper and Pulp Industries

3M™ HT-401 Visor 3M™ HT-402 Visor

Integrates respiratory, face and Integrates respiratory, face and
eye protection eye protection
Chemical resistance Impact and molten metal
Clear acetate, flip-up visor protection
All round vision Clear polycarbonate, flip-up visor
Light weight All round vision
Light weight
Approvals:
Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:F:3
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
combination with: Respiratory protection in
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor 3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
eye protection Impact and molten metal protection
Impact and molten metal Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
protection Face seal
Suited for grinding and polishing Comfortable and durable
Clear polycarbonate visor Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
White helmet shell and maintain
Adjustable head cradle
Approvals: Dark green helmet shell
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Approvals:
Head protection: EN397
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
Head protection: EN397
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Medical and Health Care

Be sure to protect face, head and lungs by

using the headtop of your choice in
combination with the Jupiter turbo unit.
Head tops

HT-103 HT-120

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

Laboratory Services

Glutaraldehyde sterilisation Gas and vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

3M™ HT-103 Hood 3M™ HT-120 Hood

Respiratory, face and hair Respiratory, face, hair and
protection shoulder protection
Light weight Light weight
Durable, grey nylon White polypropylene

Approvals: Approvals:
Respiratory protection in Respiratory protection in
combination with: combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2 Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Mining and Quarrying

The HT-701 helmet integrates head, eye and respiratory

protection. Combine it with the Jupiter Turbo Unit or
Dustmaster Respirator (see chart below) for excellent
protection against most respiratory hazards found in the Head top
mining and quarrying industries.
HT-701

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

ExtraCtion

Extraction preparation Fine dust particles P

Blasting Dust and fumes P

Earth moving/shifting Dust P

Rock cutting Medium energy impact, particles P

Rock extraction Medium energy impact, particles P

Benefication

Initial processing Fine particles P

Rock crushing Medium energy impact, particles P

Rock grinding Fine particles P

Washing Chemicals A2P

Concentrating Chemicals A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor

Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
Impact and molten metal protection
Suited for grinding and polishing
Clear polycarbonate visor
White helmet shell

Approvals:
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Head protection: EN397
Respiratory protection in
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 Demolition and Sanitising

Dust and fine particles are the most common hazards

in the demolition industry. A powered air unit and a suitable
headtop ensure good respiratory protection while at the
same time protecting your head and eyes. Head tops

HT-701 HT-840

Filter
Application Hazards Powered Air Turbo Units
options

AREAS OF WORK

Interior soft stripping Dust, particles and fibres P

Concrete breaking Concrete dust P

Dismantling Particles P

Demolishing Medium energy impact, particles P

Crushing Medium energy impact, particles P

Decontamination Fine particles, gases and vapours A2P

Bulk excavation Fine particles P

Remediation Fine particles, gases and vapours A2P

Emergency salvage Fine particles, gases and vapours A2P

Moving rubble Fine particles P

Slum clearing Fine particles, gases and vapours A2P

  JUPITER TURBO unit (See page 26 for further details)

  DUSTMASTER TURBO UNIT (See page 27 for further details)

This guide is only an outline. It is designed to help focus on the most appropriate respirators in the 3M range for particular applications. It should not be used as the only means of selecting a respirator.
Details regarding performance and limitations are set out on the respirator packaging and fact sheets.

3M™ HT-701 Helmet with Visor 3M™ HT-840 Helmet with Visor
Integrates respiratory, head and Integrates respiratory, head and eye protection
eye protection Impact and molten metal protection
Impact and molten metal Clear polycarbonate visor, acetate optional
protection Face seal
Suited for grinding and polishing Comfortable and durable
Clear polycarbonate visor Easy to dismantle, re-assemble
White helmet shell and maintain
Adjustable head cradle
Approvals: Dark green helmet shell
Eye protection: EN166:2:B:3
Approvals:
Head protection: EN397
Eye protection: EN166 2:B:3:9
Respiratory protection in
Head protection: EN397
combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2 Respiratory protection in combination with:
Jupiter EN12941 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2
Dustmaster prEN146 TH2

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 3M™ Jupiter™ Powered Air Turbo Unit
The Jupiter battery powered air turbo unit protects you from
Technical Specifications
gases, vapours and dust. The air passes through two filters on
Approvals Battery Pack NiMH
its way up to the headtop. The slim, compact Jupiter turbo unit Respiratory protection* EN12941 Recharging time approx. 6 hours
emphasises ergonomic comfort, ease of maintenance, (4 hour standard
battery pack)
Nominal Protection TH2 50
simplicity and reliability, is light and comfortable to wear. Factor ** TH3 500
approx 8 hours
(8 hour standard
battery pack)
Filters
The Jupiter unit is mounted on a padded comfort belt for a Particle Filter P
approx. 6 hours
(4 hour IS battery)
Gas Filter A2P, ABE1P, K1P,
snug fit that stays comfortable after hours of wear. The small, A2BEK1P
Noise level dB (A) max. 75 dB
powerful, efficient and lightweight NiMH battery sits Outlet Flow
Nominal flow 180 l/min, Belt Decontaminable
unobtrusively inside the turbo, giving the unit its unique (150 l/min
MMDF) Temperature range
low profile. This makes for greater freedom of movement, Maximum flow 230 l/min Operating temperature -5 °C to + 40 °C
enables you to work in tight spaces with mimimal interuption. Weight
Storage temperature -10 °C to + 50 °C

(including battery, belt 1 160 g

The ergonomic placement and the low weight help improve and particle filter)

productivity as the unit * For further information, contact 3M.

** The Nominal Protection Factor is based on the inward leakage specified in the respective
is much less tiring to EN standard and is the same for every country in the EU. Can be used in certain IS
wear, particularly towards

environments with IS accessories. The Nominal Protection Factor also depends on
which combination of headtop and turbo is used.
the end of a long shift.

Features Jupiter Turbo Unit Ready To Use Pack AP

The 3M™ Jupiter™ turbo can be combined with any of the
headtops in our programme, as shown in this guide. Other
Order number: JP-RTU-AP
combinations are also available – for alternative selections, Part number Pcs Order info Units
contact your local dealer.
08-00-10P 1 Jupiter Turbo unit
Low profile and smooth shape ensure super comfort and
easy cleaning.
A filter cover prevents damage and stops sparks from
entering the filter body. 1 Decon Comfort Belt with belt clip

The filter caps and smooth turbo surface make for easy
cleaning and enable use in decontamination showers. 1 Calibration Indicator Tube (Black ball)
Unique, half-turn ‘click-in’ attachment to ensure safe
connection. 1 Airflow Indicator Tube (White ball)
Visible and audible alarm for low battery and low airflow.
Rechargeable, integrated NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) 007-00-64P 1 Battery Pack (8 hour)
battery.
Choice of 5 filter types, all with high efficiency 00-00-8PEU 1 Intelligent Battery Charger
particulate filter - P, A2P, ABE1P, K1P, A2BEK1P.
008-00-4P 1 Breathing Tube-Lightweight

4-00-P 1 pair A2P3 Filters

461-00-0P 2 Pre-filters

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 3M™ DusTMaster™ Powered Air Turbo Unit
This is an easy to use, industry proven powered air turbo for
Technical Specifications
dusts, particles and nuisance odours. The polluted air flows
Approvals Weight
through the filter and is purified. The air then travels Respiratory protection* EN12941 TH1, (including battery, belt 1 130 g
through breathing tube to the headtop. prEN146 TH2 and particle filter)

Nominal Protection TH2 50 (prEN146) Battery Pack NiCd

Factor ** TH1 10 (EN12941) Recharging time 14 hours
The unit is simple and robust in design.
Filter Noise level dB (A) max. 75 dB
Particle Filter P2
The Dustmaster unit ensures maximum Belt 75 – 127 cm
mobility and can be fitted with a Outlet Flow Temperature range
high efficiency filter. The battery Nominal flow 150 – 235 l/m
Non adjustable
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
-6 °C to + 40 °C
-20 °C to + 50 °C
is sufficient for a whole working
shift (8 hours) and may be * For further information, contact 3M.
** The Nominal Protection Factor is based on the inward leakage specified in the respective
recharged without being EN standard and is the same for every country in the EU. Can be used in certain IS
environments with IS accessories. The Nominal Protection Factor also depends on
disconnected from the turbo which combination of headtop and turbo is used.

unit.

Dustmaster Turbo Unit Ready To Use Pack P2 Features

Wipe clean, belt mounted turbo unit, enclosing motor
Order number: DM-RTU-P2 fan, 8 hour battery and long life filter.
3 types of filter available: P2, P2 with nuisance odour
Part number Pcs Order info Units
and high efficiency P3.
021-00-38P 1 Dustmaster Turbo unit Pre-filters included to prolong the working life of
particulate filter.
Easy to maintain with repair kit and full range of
1 Belt spare parts.
Excellent value product offering low cost protection
1 Battery Pack (8 hour) & productivity benefits.

1 Particulate Filter (P2)

1 Airflow Indicator Tube

003-00-39P 1 Battery Charger

008-00-42P 1 Breathing Tube-Lightweight

462-05-00P10 10 Pre-filters

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 Notes

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