10 Best Air Respirators
for October 2023

The Drger X-plore 8500 Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) requires little setup, and it's easy to use right out of the box. It has two filter options: the standard X-plore 8000 filter, which is only useful if you're not working in dusty or dusty conditions, and the X-plore 8500 filter, which is specifically designed for use in dusty environments. The supplied standard X-plore 8000 filter has 500 ml capacity, and there's enough spare capacity in the unit's battery to last up to 16 hours. The X-plore 8500 filter has 1,000 ml capacity, so it's suitable for extended use in dusty environments. The 8500 filter also comes with a flexible hose adapter, so it's suitable for both jobs and applications that require a longer hose. Like most powered air purifying respirators, the Drger X-plore 8500's battery life is decent but not spectacular. We ran it continuously for 16 hours, and the battery's charge indicator indicated a 77% charge.

The Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Kit with Solar Auto Darkening Welding Helmet Set for Heavy Industrial Welding Application has all of the features you would need in a PAPR system. The package includes the PAPR system, the helmet, and the charger. The helmet itself is well-made and comfortable to wear. The viewing area (3.942.56 in (10065 mm)) is big and wide, and it offers the highest optical quality (1/1/1/1). The helmet also has the widest range of shade level (DIN 4-8, 9-13) and the lowest light shade (DIN 3). The auto darkening function works as advertised. The helmet comes with a shade selector, and you can select the shade level using the shade selector. The auto darkening feature works slowly, so it won't be annoying to you. The helmet has a full-face design, and it is also comfortable to wear. The filter cover is easy to clean. The helmet also has the best view with the widest field of view. The PAPR system is powered by solar energy, so it won't need batteries. The solar charging box is convenient, and you can use the solar charging box to charge your devices. The PAPR system also has dual oxygen sensors, and the dual oxygen sensors can detect any oxygen deficiency in the air, and it will switch on the blower. The PAPR system Quiet and Compact, and it won't disturb your work. It has a carbon filter that can remove 99.97% airborne contaminants, including bacteria, viruses, and pollens. The blower has a powerful fan, and it can purify the air quickly. The kit comes with a bag, so you can carry the system around.

The PAPR Powered Air Purifying Respirator Assembly Kit (XLSFA6-HY01) is one of the most affordable methods of personal air purification available. This product has a 2.2 lb weight, so it's a bit heavier than other personal air purification products, but it's more than manageable. The battery pack is removable and weighs about 1 lb, so it's convenient to tote around, but it also means you'll have to refill it every once in a while. Although the PAPR system is not designed for long-term use, it is convenient to have around for emergency situations, such as smoke inhalation, or for times when exposure to other airborne contaminants is present, such as when in large crowds. The PAPR system has a 3-hour run time at full production and is quiet, which means it can be worn while sleeping. Although it's fairly portable, you'll want to make sure you have a flat surface on which to set it up. The PAPR system can also remove gases and vapors, but we found that it didn't remove as much carbon monoxide as other systems we tested.

The 3M Versaflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator Kit is easy to set up and use, and it's comfortable enough for extended use. The TR-602N PAPR unit features an easy-to-use touch interface with three color-coded visual indicators that indicate battery charge, low battery, and filter status. The open-faced design gives users a wide field of view, and the visor and face seals are comfortable enough for extended use. The filter is easy to clean, and the TR-602N unit has a smooth surface design, making it a good choice for environments where it must be quickly cleaned, such as in pharmaceutical, food, paint, and lead battery manufacturing facilities. The TR-602N provides high levels of respiratory protection, and users can expect up to 12 hours of runtime on a single battery charge. The Versaflo kit's user-friendliness, its comfortable design, and its extended run time make it a good choice for industrial environments. The Versaflo kit we tested is much more expensive than the Honeywell 9500 series, but it offers more protection, and it's more comfortable to wear.

The PAPR respirator system from Canister Air is a good choice for painters, construction workers, and others whose jobs require breathing in dust or other particulates. It provides a lot of air volume, and the fan is strong enough to push a flow of air from PC to 400 feet. The respirator system is large and bulky, so it's not really suitable for applications that require quiet operation. The PAPR respirator system's battery lasts for about 3.5 hours, and the system recharges fairly quickly using its own power adapter. The PAPR respirator system does come with two air filters, so you can use one filter while cleaning or painting, and you can use a second filter while working outdoors. The respirator system's filters are reusable, so you won't have to buy replacement filters. The PAPR respirator system is also compatible with 40mm filters, so you can use it with other masks, like the dust mask we reviewed earlier.

3M's Powerflow 6900PF is an outstanding respirator kit for use in hazardous environments. Its lightweight design is comfortable, and its face-mounted, battery-operated blower unit pulls air through the filter, so no additional breathing resistance is felt by the wearer. The battery runs for 8 hours, and it comes with a 4-hour charger, so your respirator is ready when needed. The 3M PAPR 6900PF is designed to protect workers against dust, mist, fumes, radionuclides, and radon daughters. It works best when used with a high efficiency particulate filter, but the mask is also rated for organic vapor and gases. Approved for use with the 3M PAPR 6900PF is the 3M PAPR 6900DIN, so you can choose either a full-face design or one with a half-facepiece. The 6900DIN is rated for use in atmospheres with ozone concentrations up to 100 ppm and with ambient noise levels up to 90 dBA. The 3M PAPR 6900PF costs more than our former top pick, the 3M PAPR 10500, but it's a stronger, lighter, more comfortable respirator. The 6900PF's face-mounted blower unit also makes it ideal for workers who have to wear respirators for long periods of time.

The Whsapndu 6200 respirator is, by far, the best powered respirator we tested. It has a unique airflow blower that blows air into the mask, and it's more convenient to use than our other top respirators, which require you to attach a separate air blower. The mask itself is comfortable to wear, and the cartridges and filters are easy to use. The respirator is loud, though, and we found it uncomfortable to wear during long periods. The respirator itself isn't very durable, and the cartridges and filters need to be replaced after about 500 hours of use. Overall, however, the Whsapndu 6200 is a good choice for workers who need respiratory protection, especially in situations where the air is humid or smoky.

Optrel's Clear High Efficiency Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) System is a shining example of Swiss engineering and quality. The Clear PAPR is a robust, comfortable, and easy-to-use respirator that is ideal for a wide range of applications, including safety, manufacturing, healthcare, and industrial applications. The Clear PAPR is lightweight, weighing only 6.5 ounces, so it doesn't slow you down or cramp your movements. The mask is flexible, so it's easy to put on and take off, and it's comfortable, so it doesn't hurt your face. The Clear PAPR is also equipped with a backup battery, so you never get stuck without power. The backup battery lasts up to 18 hours, so you'll never be left out in the cold. The Clear PAPR's 3M filter has 99.98% efficiency at 0.3 microns, so you'll be breathing in clean air. The Clear PAPR also has an optional dust filter, so it's ideal for applications involving dust. The Clear PAPR is NIOSH approved and meets ANSI standards. The Clear PAPR is also approved for compliance with European EN149 requirements. The Clear PAPR comes with a 30-day warranty.