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.
Features
- 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
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Ease of Use
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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.
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Consumable
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None, the respirators is a single use disposable product. Not to be reused.
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Maintenance
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No service or maintenance is required. No replacement parts.
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Expiration Date/Storage
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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%.
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Warranty
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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.
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Accessories
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Carry bag with belt loops can be purchased separately.
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Hood Permeation Test Results
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Challenge Agent
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Results
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| Mustard (HD) |
>65 minutes
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| Sarin (GB) |
>35 minutes
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Cartridge Service Life Test Results
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Challenge Agent
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Challenge Concentration
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Breakthrough Concentration
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Test
Humidity
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Service Time Until Break (Minutes)
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| Cyanogen Chloride (CK) |
500 mg/m3
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2.5 mg/m3
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50%
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>50
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| Mustard Vapor (HD) |
300 mg/m3
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.42 mg/m3
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50%
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>65
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| Sarin (GB) |
1,000 mg/m3
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.008 mg/m3
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50%
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>65
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| Ammonia (NH3) |
1,250 ppm
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50 ppm
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25%
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>45
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| Cyclohexane (C6H12) |
1,300 ppm
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10 ppm
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80%
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>45
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| Formaldehyde (HCHO) |
250 ppm
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1 ppm
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80%
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>45
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| Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) |
470 ppm
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10 ppm
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25%
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>200
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| Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) |
500 ppm
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10 ppm
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50%
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>200
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| Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) |
100 ppm
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1 ppm
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80%
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>240
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| Phosgene (CC120) |
125 ppm
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1.25 ppm
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80%
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>240
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| Phosphine (PH3) |
150 ppm
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.3 ppm
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25%
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>240
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| Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) |
750 ppm
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5 ppm
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25%
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>45
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| Tear Gas Irritant (CS) |
3 ppm
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0.05 ppm
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80%
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>480
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| Tear Gas Irritant (CN) |
15 ppm
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0.05 ppm
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80%
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>480
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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.
| Description |
Catalog No.
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| Escape Respirator, CBRN Approved |
ER2000CBRN
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Downloads
North Domestic Preparedness Catalog
ER2000 datasheet