3M TR300-ECK complete Versaflo powered air purifying respirator

3M complete Versaflo powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) kit for pharmaceutical and health facilities. 

3M manufacturer’s code: TR-300-ECK

3M complete Versaflo^Tm kit for respiratory protection by a powered air purifying respirator (PAPR). This piece of equipment gets its NIOSH homologation when assembled with the other components recognized by the manufacturer as part of a complete system. It is recommended for workers in need of respiratory protection in the health, food and pharmaceutical sectors. Compatible with 3M RVTR3712N filters. One kit per case.

3M Versaflo^Tm is a new generation powered air purifying respirator which offers a perfect balance between protection and comfort. It combines components that protect not only one’s respiratory tract but also one’s eyes and face. The kit includes, among others, a high nominal capacity battery, which provides 8 to 12 hours of run time and many accessories.

Included in the kit: 
- 1 Powered air purifying respirator unit (RVTR302N)
- 1 Filter cover (RVTR371)
- 1 Airflow indicator (RVTR971)
- 1 Easy-clean polyurethane belt (RVTR327)
- 1 High capacity lithium ion battery; Run time of 8 to 12h (RVTR332)
- 1 Single station battery charger kit (RVTR341N)
- 1 High efficiency (HE) filter (RVTR3712N)
- 1 Prefilter (RVTR3600)
- 1 Respiratory hood (RBS/433L)
- 1 Heavy-duty neoprene breathing tube; Length: 525 to 850 mm (RBT30)

3M Versaflo powered air-purifying respirator unit features RVTR302N

PAPRs, powered air-purifying respirators are systems made to blow filtered air into the respiratory equipment, which provides air automatically rather than mechanically, such as regular respirators. 3M Versaflo^Tm differs from other PAPRs by its lightness, its ergonomic and its versatility, which allows everyone, even bearded men, to be protected when well installed. This type of equipment offers protection up to 25 times the permissible exposure limit set by the CNESST or any other government regulation applicable. PAPRs minimize the effort put into breathing and can reduce build up heat inside the face piece. It features a smart engine which adapts accordingly to the HEPA filter in use. It is also equipped with an alarm system - one audible and one LED – which alert the user to either a low battery or low airflow. This PAPR contains no natural rubber latex.

Face Piece Features

The RBS/433L face-piece consists of a hood that covers the head and neck. This kit is by design made to protect one from hostile environments filed with airborne contaminants. The hood is equipped with a waterproof membrane at the face. The head harness features 3 air outlets, which one is adjustable to improve the air distribution. The head harness also improves the comfort of the headgear. The face piece consists of a woven and nonwoven polypropylene layered membrane and a visor of laird plastic (PETG), a soft material providing relatively good impact resistance. This type of face-piece has been mainly designed for workers in the health, food and pharmaceutical sectors. Please note that the RBS433L textile part of the hood is disposable to avoid any contamination, but the head harness is reusable.

Use 3M Complete Versaflo Powered Air-Purifying Respirator 

This type of respiratory protection system is recommended for work that will loosen solid particles in the air such as work in health facilities, food factories and pharmaceutical laboratories. It’s recommended for polishing, surfacing and smelting. The HEPA filters which come with the kit protect one from most airborne particles with a 99,97% efficiency. The face piece is disposable, which is safer for users being exposed to substances that may stay on the textile surface, thus contaminating users if they had to wash the face piece.

Biological particles:

These filters help prevent the inhalation of certain airborne biological particles like mold, Bacillus anthracis (Anthrax), Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Tubercle bacillus Koch), the main causative agent of tuberculosis, pandemic flues (H5N1, H1N1), etc. However, it cannot eliminate the risk of contracting infection, illness or disease. Due to the nature of some contaminants, the exposure limit value of some products and byproducts haven’t been quantified by governmental agencies; thus, wearing a respirator doesn’t necessarily protect you.

Do Not Use 3M Complete Versaflo Powered Air-Purifying Respirator 

This respirator does not offer protection against vapors and gases. It can neither ensure the user’s intrinsic safety in an environment representing an explosion risk. It is strongly discouraged to wear any kind of respirator for application with sandblasting. It is also highly advised to stay away from environments that exceed 25 times the permissible exposure limit set by the CNESST or any other government regulation applicable. One should never use a respirator in an oxygen-deprived environment (an atmosphere with less than 19,5 % oxygen).

Maintenance and Service Life 3M Complete Versaflo Powered Air-Purifying Respirator 

For safer performance, the manufacturer’s recommendations must be followed. 3M recommends an inspection of the respiratory equipment before each use; to wash the respirator after each use; and to store the respirator back to its packaging.

One should never wash its respirator with any type of solvent, since they can weaken some components, which can affect the efficiency of the equipment. The engine, the battery and the HEPA filter must never be immersed in water.

FAQ – Versaflo 3M: Efficiency, Compatibility and Maintenance

 What is the HEPA filter’s efficiency against biological particles?

The RVTR3712N filter integrated into the Versaflo system offers 99.97% efficiency against airborne particles, including mold, Bacillus anthracis, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It significantly reduces exposure but does not guarantee complete elimination of infection risk.

Is this system compatible with environments at risk of explosion or gas exposure?

No, the Versaflo respirator does not protect against vapors or gases and cannot guarantee intrinsic safety in explosive environments. See the TR800 for this functionality. It is designed for controlled environments without oxygen deficiency. 

How should the Versaflo system be maintained to extend its lifespan?

It is recommended to clean the equipment after each use without solvents, inspect components before use, and store it in its original packaging when not in use. The motor, battery, and HEPA filter must never be immersed in water.

Additional suggestions for the Versaflo powered air-purifying respirator

S series extendable hose (RBT30), HEPA filter for air purification respirator (RVTR3712N5), motor unit for respiratory protection (RVTR302N), face piece for respiratory system (RM307) and rechargeable lithium-ion battery (RVTR332).

Under “Accessories” at the bottom of the page. If you are looking for work equipment, check out the following products:  3M M Series White Hood for Versaflo Respiratory Protection System (RM976), 3M S Series White Hood M/L for Respiratory Protection System (RBS/433L/5).

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