3M™ Particulate Filter 5N11 (N95) Description
The 3M Particulate Filter 5N11 (N95) is designed to provide reliable, NIOSH-approved respiratory protection against certain non-oil-based airborne particles.
Key Features & Approved Configurations
- Filtration Efficiency: Rated N95 under NIOSH 42 CFR 84, meaning it filters out at least 95% of airborne solids and liquid particulates that do not contain oil.
- Strict Compatibility Requirements: According to the NIOSH approval label, this filter is specifically certified for use with the 3M 501 Filter Retainer and 6000 Series Cartridges only.
- Common Applications: Used across industrial, occupational, and healthcare settings for tasks like spray painting, chemical manufacturing, pesticide spraying, and protection against bioaerosols.
Note: Proper adherence to the NIOSH configuration (using the 501 retainer and 6000 series cartridges) is mandatory to ensure the respirator system maintains its certified assignment protection factor.