Common Uses for Full Face Respirators in Different Work Environments
Parcil Safety full-face respirator masks are used in various industries. In chemical and pharmaceutical settings, they shield workers from toxic substances, while in construction and demolition, they protect against dust and asbestos. Firefighters use them to guard against smoke and chemicals, and in oil and gas operations, they block toxic gases. Other industries that rely on these respirators include mining, agriculture, and manufacturing.
In addition to industrial-grade models, Parcil Safety offers affordable options for DIY projects. Tactical models are also available, balancing comfort and protection for military personnel, law enforcement, and preppers in high-risk environments.
How to Measure and Fit Full Face Respirator masks
Proper fit is essential for full-face respirators. A positive pressure seal check ensures the mask is sealed properly by covering the exhalation valve and gently exhaling. A negative pressure seal check creates a vacuum to confirm the mask’s fit by covering the filters and inhaling slowly. If any leaks are detected, adjust the straps or reposition the mask.
Bulk Order Discounts and Special Pricing
If you’re looking to equip a team or workplace with top-tier respiratory protection, Parcil Safety offers significant savings on bulk orders of full-face respirators. We provide a 30% discount for fire departments, EMS, police, and military personnel.
Our tiered pricing structure starts with a minimum two-pack bundle, and the more you order, the more you save. Although we don’t currently offer customization options for bulk orders, we are open to exploring this possibility in the future if there is enough interest.
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Respirator Masks Comparison Chart
PD-100 | PD-101 | ST-100X | NB-100 | NB-100V | NB-100E | |
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Respirator Mask Model | ||||||
Type | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator |
Protection Level | A1P2 | A1P2 | A2P1 | A2B2EK1P3 R | A2B2EK1P3 R | A2B2EK1P3 R |
Inhalation Airflow Resistance (W/O Filter) | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar |
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | |
160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | |
Exhalation Airflow Resistance (W/O Filter) | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar |
Reusable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Intended Use | DIY & Home Improvement | Industrial Use | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios |
Weight | 15.3 oz | 15.3 oz | 15.3 oz | 14.1 oz | 14.1 oz | 17.63 oz |
Certifications | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. |
PD-100
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A1P2
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Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
PD-101
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A1P2
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Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
ST-100X
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2P1
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Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100V
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100E
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
Respirator Masks Comparison Chart
PD-100 | PD-101 | ST-100X | NB-100 | NB-100V | NB-100E | |
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Respirator Mask Model | ||||||
Type | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator | Air-Purifying Respirator |
Protection Level | A1P2 | A1P2 | A2P1 | A2B2EK1P3 R | A2B2EK1P3 R | A2B2EK1P3 R |
Inhalation Airflow Resistance (W/O Filter) | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar | 30 l/min, 0.5 mbar |
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | 90 l/min, 1.5 mbar | |
160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | 160 l/min, 2.5 mbar | |
Exhalation Airflow Resistance (W/O Filter) | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar | 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar |
Reusable | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Intended Use | DIY & Home Improvement | Industrial Use | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios | Tactical & Emergency Scenarios |
Weight | 15.3 oz | 15.3 oz | 15.3 oz | 14.1 oz | 14.1 oz | 17.63 oz |
Certifications | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. | Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland. |
PD-100
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A1P2
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
PD-101
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A1P2
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
ST-100X
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2P1
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100V
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
NB-100E
- Type: Air-Purifying Respirator
- Protection Level: A2B2EK1P3 R
-
Inhalation Airflow Resistance:30 l/min, 0.5 mbar
90 l/min, 2.5 mbar
160 l/min, 2.5 mbar - Exhalation Airflow Resistance: 160 l/min, 3.0 mbar
- Reusable: ✔
- Certifications: Mask complies with the EN 136:1998 standard according to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, certified by CCQS Certification Services Limited (NB2834), located at Block 1 Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 AKK1, Ireland.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Face Respirators
How long do the filters last?
Filter lifespan depends on exposure but should be replaced after significant use or if breathing becomes difficult.
When is a full-face respirator necessary?
When both respiratory and eye protection are needed against airborne contaminants or chemical splashes.
Why do canisters have a 5-year shelf life?
Filtering materials degrade over time, reducing effectiveness.
What challenges do users usually face?
Sizing and timely filter replacement are common concerns.