MSA Safety Works 817663 Multi-Purpose Respirator

by MSA Safety Works

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Half mask multi purpose respirator. Lightweight with patented nose bridge design that helps the respirator fit better in the challenging nose area. NIOSH approved (P100 class) recommended for

Product Description

The Multi-Purpose Respirator feature soft, comfortable, great fitting face pieces for superior comfort and protection, built-in exhalation valves and low profile replaceable cartridges for better vision. Respirator comes in recloseable packaging for easy and safe storage. The Toxic Dust Respirator traps over 99.97 of toxic dust including lead, asbestos and Hantavirus. Meets the latest US government respirator standards (P100 Class), OSHA and NIOSH requirements. The Multi-Purpose Respirator provides further protection from paint fumes, (except urethane paints), pesticides, lead fumes, ammonia, asbestos and toxic dusts. Cartridges are interchangeable between respirators. Inexpensive replacement Pancake Style Filters will fit either of the above respirators. The N95 filter is 95 effective against particulate matter free of oils. The P100 filter is 99.97 (HEPA) effective against particulate matter that may or may not include oils. Both filters are recommended for general use and woodworking in particular with the P100 recommended for those with sensitivity to wood dust. Both meet the latest US government, OSHA and NIOSH requirements.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 10.5 x 11 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009363G
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 817663
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #461 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #1 in Home Improvement > Painting Supplies & Wall Treatments > Respirators
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  • #17 in Home Improvement > Safety & Security > Work Safety Equipment & Gear

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

87 of 88 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reliable, comfortable, lightweight, October 28, 2007

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Your Average Gadgeteer (McLean, VA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MSA Safety Works 817663 Multi-Purpose Respirator (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've used this respirator for over a year when using very strong cleaning fluids at home and airbrushing enamel, lacquer, and acrylic paints (some of them highly toxic). It has performed extremely well and has not let me down--I have not smelled or tasted any of the fumes at all. The mask is comfortable to wear for short or medium periods of time (up to two or three hours or so, in my case) and is fairly lightweight--I have not needed to wear it for longer, so I can't say how comfortable it would be after eight hours. It does not obstruct my vision and is compatible with my eyeglasses (a big plus for me). The straps are easy to adjust and allow you to get a good airtight seal while maintaining comfort. Breathing through the filters is a bit hard, but easier than with other respirators I have worn. The only drawback I've had is moisture condensation inside the mask, but I have yet to find a respirator that doesn't have this problem.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product, September 17, 2009

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Andy (Albuquerque, NM USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: MSA Safety Works 817663 Multi-Purpose Respirator (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've had to use a respirator at work numerous times before and was initially a bit apprehensive buying this one for personal use. It only came in a one-size-fits-all. However, it fit perfectly and is relatively comfortable to wear. Even after several hours of work with the respirator on, and my face turning sweaty and greasy in the process, it still does a good job protecting my lungs (as evidenced from a breathe-in test while covering the cartridges). The bridge of my nose doesn't turn sore, as it used to be the case wearing a different brand of half-face respirator with combination cartridges.
I exclusively use the respirator for dust protection, and I believe the investment (it's actually one of the less expensive ones I came across) is well worth my health in the long run.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable and effective respirator, October 15, 2009

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J. Wagner "creepingjenny" (Upstate NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MSA Safety Works 817663 Multi-Purpose Respirator (Tools & Home Improvement)

Used while spray-sealing our fence on a warm day. Was quite comfortable and I couldn't smell any fumes. Did not get overly warm while wearing it and breathing was easy. Huge improvement over the paper-type masks.