Best Dust/chemical mask

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Hey Everyone,
This is my first topic post and I don't exactly know if this is the right category for this, but can I get some advise on what the best dust mask is for toxic/dusty woods and minor chemicals too (worst will be paint thinner). And what filters do you think I will want if it is one that you pick those as well. Since I can't afford a dust collection system and I am going to be doing this for a VERY long time I don't want to eventually get a respiratory problem. I need one that is under $100. Or do any of you think I don't even need one? Thanks for the help,
Dillon:D
 
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At a minimum I think you need a cartridge respirator and I think 2 cartridges are better than one. I have one of these and the huge problem I have with it is that a visor won't close over it. A visor isn't absolutely necessary for wood but for some of the synthetics it is. The cartridge respirators are better than those dust masks, BUT, I really think you spend more money, like twice as much and buy a Triton powered respirator. I bought mine from Amazon.com and it was quite a bit cheaper than CSUSA or any of the woodworking places. I love it. The hearing protectors are overkill but I leave them out away from my ears so I can still hear the whatever machine I'm using. The built-in hardhat is also a bit much, but I've used it while cutting down some dead trees and also pruning with a chain saw and once a branch hit me in the head. So, the hardhat proved to be useful. It's comfortable and next to a dust collection system I think it's the best thing you can buy.
 
The Best: It varies from person to person. I went from a simple layered white nose/mouth mask to a dual filtered mask to the Triton powered respirator. I have been woodworking off and on for 50 years and never needed anything nor did I have any allergies whether at a saw mill all day long or building a fence or fine woodworking complete with different finishes.

Then I started pen turning 2 year ago! At first, not problem, then sniffles and a simple mask. Since last Christmas, I have been using a dual cartridge respirator. Still get some allergies. Just purchased the Triton. For me, it mostly is the CA fumes and dust.

There are five ways to deal with it -
1. Give up pen making. [:(]
2. Let it make you sick and live with it. [:(]
3. Change finishing techniques and use only woods that don't bother you. [V]
4. Find and use the right filter for you. [:)] You are on the right path by asking this question. However, there may be an alternative in number 5 below. It works for some!
5. IN many cases, a very good Dust Collector system will keep the major portions of dust allergines away from you. [8D]
 
I agree with Gerry and Hank.

Note that my reply was based on the parameters you set...and by the way...I also have a DC but is is usually not running while I am turning.

I would love to have a Triton but my finances won't let me for now. As I said, the 3M masks takes care of everything as far as I know. The real problem is me...I tend to forget to put it on at times. [:I]
 
Dario, As a safety and industrial hygienist, my recommmendation is a fitted reubber facepiece that can have cartridges attached. This is my preference and I can change from an organic vapor cartridge for solvents to a pancake style filter (3M calls it a P-100) that fits great under a face shield. If you need more info, get with me off-line.
 
I now this is by far not the best. I like this one.. It is easy to breath through this one.. Not a cheapo throw away one..
http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1287717&cp=&pg=5&sr=1&origkw=mask&kw=mask&parentPage=search&searchId=21198265652
 
Originally posted by gokartergo
<br />I now this is by far not the best. I like this one.. It is easy to breath through this one.. Not a cheapo throw away one..
http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1287717&cp=&pg=5&sr=1&origkw=mask&kw=mask&parentPage=search&searchId=21198265652
Click to expand...

Interesting how the whole page is in English, but the product picture is in Spanish. Not criticizing, just noticing.[:)]

Chris
 
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