GVS SPR457 Elipse P100 Dust Half Mask Respirator with replaceable and reusable filters included, blue, m/l size

As a sufferer of extreme asthma, as someone who can't walk down the street for fear that a clerk on a smoke break, concealed behind some pillar or window-box shrub, will cause me to hyperventilate periodically for up to a week post-encounter, this mask has turned my life around.Sure, it takes a bit of getting used to, walking flamboyantly down the street like Modern Joe, and sure, people stop me to applaud my commitment to cosplay (which has so far, always been sincere, and highly amusing), but it has been the single greatest boon to my respiratory health and peace of mind in the course of my life. It has opened up avenues for travel - I can now go to countries where smoking is very prevalent, so long as I enter nonsmoking indoor establishments for lodging/eating/etc. and even though one certainly isn't anonymous or subtle with this accessory, the functionality (safely breathing, anywhere) is unbeatable.A bit of odor does come through the mask, from time to time. I know when someone is smoking nearby, because I can smell it through the mask. However, it's an odd scent, quite distinguishable from the unmasked, unfiltered odor of smoked tobacco. It's not a pleasant scent, but it is a breathable one, nonetheless.The only time the odor through the mask was very strong was in the case of painting with aerosol. I couldn't distinguish between the filtered and unfiltered odor of spraypaint. Nonetheless, I had no breathing issues during or afterward, so I suppose the mask did its job.In terms of fit - everyone's face is different, sure, but I can vouch for the fit on my face at least. I ordered the large/medium, though the small/medium was tempting. I'm a fairly petite girl with a narrow, oval face and this size fits me quite well, leaving no gaps. It sometimes pops a little when I'm breathing heavily - I'm not sure what causes that, but it doesn't seem to be letting air through when this happens, so it's more distracting than problematic. I've done some aerobics in this mask before, and the passage of air is sufficient to allow me to comfortably breathe, even when my respiration is fairly accelerated. When hyperventilating on a cold clear day, this mask has helped normalize my breathing - I believe this is because it heats up and moistens the air somewhat? But I'm not sure if that's the case.I live in a cold climate. Not sure if this would be bearable in the desert - or in a particularly warm climate. The airflow is sufficient to keep it from getting muggy and sweaty during a Pacific Northwest summer, but things might get uncomfortable if it were any warmer. That said, this mask is by far the best option I've found to date.Haven't replaced the filters yet - so I can't say whether or not that's a turnkey process. Lost the first mask, and had to buy a replacement. Both were top notch quality and equally functional.

I recently purchased this face mask for sanding drywall, and I couldn't be more impressed with its performance. Not only does it look sleek and stylish, but the filters also work exceptionally well. After an hour of intense sanding, I didn't feel affected at all, thanks to its excellent filtration capabilities. What sets this mask apart is its incredibly light weight (only 130g) and perfect fit to the contours of the face, ensuring maximum comfort without hindering movement.One of the standout features of this mask is its unique and low-profile filter design, which provides an unobstructed field of vision. This feature is especially crucial for tasks like sanding, where visibility is essential for precision work. Additionally, the low breathing resistance of the mask reduces the risk of user fatigue, allowing for extended periods of wear without discomfort. The pleated HEPA filters further enhance comfort while ensuring high filtration efficiency.I highly recommend this face mask to anyone in need of reliable respiratory protection. Its NIOSH approval (TC-84A-6949) assures its quality and effectiveness. Made from hypoallergenic materials and featuring an easy-to-adjust headband, it's suitable for long-term use without causing irritation. Whether you're working on DIY projects at home or in a professional setting, this mask is a must-have for safety and comfort.

This has been a great buy !! I needed a good respirator to wear in the wood shop , and I decided to buy this one. It works great !!I got tired of wearing the disposable masks that are ok if you are just using it for 10 minutes. I needed something I could wear for long periods of time and I needed it to be comfortable and not hurt the back of my head like the rubber bands on the disposable masks do. I decided to buy this mask based on its more compact design and also because I can replace the filtersI love my mask !!I have been using it now for a month or so and wanted to put it to the test before posting a review.I work with all sorts of hard and softwoods, and between the planer, table saw and thickness sanders going , it gets extremely dusty with sawdust even with the exhaust system on.I put this mask to the absolute test. Twice a year I blow out the shop to get all of the sawdust from all the machines and it is a dirty ass job !! There is so much saw dust in the air that the exhaust fans are doing everything they can just to keep up. In the past while wearing regular disposable masks, I get all sorts of sawdust in my nose and at time have even tasted the dust.Wearing my new mask , I got no sawdust at all in my nose . None whatsoever!!!The mask is comfortable , it fits me well even with my thick beard. I would recommend this mask.

Lightweight. Seals to face well with mild to moderate facial hair. Breathing is easy and comfortable.Easy to adjust straps on or off face. Changing filter cartridges is very simple and fit securely.Great price point for product received. Would buy again if needed.

great product

Me sirve para mis trabajos menores de carpintería, ojos filtros de esta máscara solo es para polvo. Si necesitas para químicos tienen otra gama también de muy buena calidad.

Muy cómodo, lo uso casi todo el día para soldar y esmerilar. No sé empaña la careta ni los lentes de seguridad y queda bien con las caretas ya sea de soldad o de seguridad.

I needed this mask in a pinch and Amazon delivered like a boss. This thing fits my man face and seals well, provided I'm clean shaven. Its comfortable enough to wear for many hours at a stretch and the straps provide plenty of adjustment range, fits well with safety glasses, and is low profile enough to fit comfortably behind a face shield. I also ordered some additional P100 filters to go with it. These work great for dirty automotive tasks like brake dust from brake jobs, sanding wood in the shop, grinding metal, or dust from a leaf blower. I eventually gave it to my mom and purchased a 3M mask for a different purpose, but this one worked great while I owned it. I TRUSTED IT ENOUGH TO GIVE IT TO MY MOTHER Y'ALL.What these do NOT protect against are things like SMOKE or CHEMICAL VAPORS. If you are out there Breaking Bad, this stylish purple mask and provided filters ain't gonna help. I see a ton of people here on Amazon buying these things and plowing into fire zones during the recent California wildfires and they assume the mask is going to protect them. Now please keep in mind that there are many different ratings for replacement cartridges on this mask, the ones that are included are P100 only. What does that mean? P100 is a particulate rating that covers physical pieces matter, the elements in this filter will block 99.9% of particles .3 microns or larger. It will protect you from the big chunks of crap floating around in the air, but 90% of wood smoke particles range from 1 micron to 0.01 microns, depending on what's burning. It's not the physical particles of smoke that are going to ruin you, its the soup of highly toxic and carcinogenic gasses that are given off by burning plastics and modern building materials. Lovely things like phosgene and hydrogen cyanide, not to mention the tons upon tons of carbon monoxide.Be smart and understand the limitations of your safety gear and you'll live a much longer and healthier life.