Now CBRN Approved! ER2000 Escape
Respirator from North Safety
North's Escape Respirator is a hood style respirator that provides respiratory protection from Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) warfare agents as well as Toxic Industrial Materials (TIM's). It's easy and intuitive to use, comfortable and can be donned and functional within seconds.
Polyurethane hood, polycarbonate lens and butyl neck dam are all highly chemical resistant materials.
Translucent hood allows face recognition and reduces claustrophobia.
Proven half mask design reduces fogging, allows easy communication and improves user comfort by limiting rebreathing of exhaled air.
New Defender Plus cartridges contain impregnated ASZM-TEDA carbon as specified for US Military canisters, for protection from chemical war agents. A HEPA filter is sealed to the cartridge for particulate protection.
Large, anti-fog and scratch resistant lens provides a wide field of vision and excellent visibility.
Highly reflective head strap harness ensures user visibility and a comfortable and secure fit.
Resealable foil package allows user to practice donning prior to emergency use.
Available in one size to comfortably fit the majority of the adult population.
Technical Data
The technical data was formatted from the National Institute of Justice "Guide for the Selection of Personal Protective Equipment for Emergency Responders." The National Institute of Justice is the focal point for providing support to state and local law enforcement agencies in the development of counter terrorism and standards, including technology needs for chemical and biological defense.
General
Technology
Defender Plus gas, vapor and particulate cartridges are attached to the half mask and hood, which remove contaminates in the ambient air to provide respiratory protection.
Protection Type
Designed to provide respiratory, eye and face protection for a single escape from solid, liquid and gaseous chemicals. It is not designed for escape from fire or radiation. Does not provide impact protection.
Certification
At this time, there was no NIOSH certification available for emergency escape respirators for protection against non-industrial chemical or biological agents.
Operational Parameters
Chemical Warfare Agents
Hood material permeation and cartridge service life testing with Sarin (GB) and Mustard (MD).
Biological Warfare Agents
A HEPA particulate filter will protect against all known biological agents
Toxic Industrial Materials
See below
Duration of Protection
Minimum of 30 minutes at high concentrations.
Physical Parameters
Sizes Available
One size fits the majority of the adult population. Tested and met performance requirements for neck sizes from 12" to 22" in circumference.
Weight
18 ounces, packages 28 ounces. Packaged in a reusable sealed foil package.
Material Type
Polyurethane hood, polycarbonate lens and butyl neck dam are all highly chemical resistant. Elastomer half mask is non-allergenic.
Construction Type
Hermetically sealed seams
Special Requirements
Training Requirements
Three language instruction sheet included. Pictorial training instructions on package. Moisture and light resistant resealable package allows user to practice with the respirator prior to emergency use. Training video available upon request.
Testing Information
See below
Communications
The use can speak normally through the front mounted exhalation valve.
Logistical Parameters
Ease of Use
Easily donned and functioning within seconds. No assistance is required. Allows full mobility, flexibility and a wide range of vision. Compatible with glasses, facial and long hair.
Consumable
None, the respirators is a single use disposable product. Not to be reused.
Maintenance
No service or maintenance is required. No replacement parts.
Expiration Date/Storage
Expiration is five years from date of manufacture. The date of manufacture is on the shipping container and foil package. Store respirator in a clean dry area in its original sealed foil package. Do not store below -20°F or above 160°F or where relative humidity is above 90%.
Warranty
North Safety Products warrants that the product will conform to the published specifications if properly used and maintained and will be free of defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty period is two years from the date of purchase by the initial end user.
Accessories
Carry bag with belt loops can be purchased separately.
Hood Permeation Test Results
Challenge Agent
Results
Mustard (HD)
>65 minutes
Sarin (GB)
>35 minutes
Cartridge Service Life Test Results
Challenge Agent
Challenge Concentration
Breakthrough Concentration
Test Humidity
Service Time Until Break (Minutes)
Cyanogen Chloride (CK)
500 mg/m3
2.5 mg/m3
50%
>50
Mustard Vapor (HD)
300 mg/m3
.42 mg/m3
50%
>65
Sarin (GB)
1,000 mg/m3
.008 mg/m3
50%
>65
Ammonia (NH3)
1,250 ppm
50 ppm
25%
>45
Cyclohexane (C6H12)
1,300 ppm
10 ppm
80%
>45
Formaldehyde (HCHO)
250 ppm
1 ppm
80%
>45
Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN)
470 ppm
10 ppm
25%
>200
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
500 ppm
10 ppm
50%
>200
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
100 ppm
1 ppm
80%
>240
Phosgene (CC120)
125 ppm
1.25 ppm
80%
>240
Phosphine (PH3)
150 ppm
.3 ppm
25%
>240
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
750 ppm
5 ppm
25%
>45
Tear Gas Irritant (CS)
3 ppm
0.05 ppm
80%
>480
Tear Gas Irritant (CN)
15 ppm
0.05 ppm
80%
>480
Other Cartridge Service Life Testing
Meets NIOSH cartridge service life conditions for organic vapor, chlorine, chlorine dioxide and hydrogen fluoride. Additional testing such as high and low temperature, humidity, vibration, rough handling and leak testing ensure that the escape respirator will provide adequate protection after being subjected to normal transportation, storage and handling by the user.
Ordering Information
For pricing, please call AFC International at 1-800-952-3293, 219-987-6825 or fax 219-987-6826 or email sales@afcintl.com.
AFC International, Inc.
PO Box 894, DeMotte, IN 46310
715 SW Almond St, Ste C, DeMotte, IN 46310
800-952-3293 219-987-6825 Fax 219-987-6826 eMail: sales@afcintl.com
