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What is the difference between a filtering facepiece respirator and an elastomeric?

April 26, 2017difference elastomeric facepiece filtering respirator

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What is the difference between a filtering facepiece respirator and an elastomeric?

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As the name implies, a filtering facepiece respirator is one in which the entire facepiece is comprised of the filter material. Elastomeric respirators are comprised of a molded facepiece to which replaceable filtering cartridges are attached. View more details and photos of the different types of respirators.