Face Masks
Face masks are designed to provide a protective barrier that covers a person’s nose and mouth. They may be used to protect the wearer, those in proximity to the wearer, and the environment that they are worn in, but they should not be used in lieu of OSHA-standard respiratory protection. Face masks may be single use or reusable, constructed of various materials (including but not limited to polypropylene, polyethylene, SMS, or cotton), and are specifically suited for general-purpose use, medical/procedural tasks, or cleanroom environments. Specific usage information can be found at the individual product level.
Single-use face masks feature a one-ply, two-ply, three-ply (most common), or four-ply, pleated configuration and cover the wearer’s nose and mouth. Masks may be secured with earloop, headband, or tie-on fastenings. Most face masks will feature a flexible nose bridge to adjust and improve fit, and some may also include an attached, clear face visor for eye protection.
Reusable face masks are generally sewn from washable fabrics such as three-ply cotton or cotton/polyester, and feature earloop or tie-on fastenings. Some of the fabrics may feature antimicrobial protection, fluid repellency, and moisture-wicking properties.
General-Purpose Face Masks
Single-use or reusable face masks provide protection from germs transmitted through coughing, sneezing, and talking. These face masks are NOT approved for surgical or medical use.
Medical/Procedural Face Masks
Single-use face masks worn by medical and healthcare personnel protect against large droplets, splashes, and sprays of bodily and other hazardous fluids. These face masks also protect patients from the wearer’s respiratory emissions. Medical/procedural face masks should be selected based on the level of protection required for intended use. The degree of protection is indicated by ASTM F2100:
- Level 1: Low risk, operatory cleaning/maintenance, x-rays
- Level 2: Emergency room, changing dressings, lab work with exposure to blood
- Level 3: Surgery, major trauma first aid, use of laser devices
Cleanroom Face Masks
Single-use face masks and veils protect the wearer from harmful contaminants and eliminate worker-induced contamination entry within controlled environments. They provide high particle filtration and may have special packaging to ensure sterility. Cleanroom veils provide extra face and neck protection with secured elastic strap or snap-fastening options to complement cleanroom hoods.
Hopen™ Iso Air Cleanroom Masks with Ties
ISO Air cleanroom masks have long ties for easy donning and are made with the Mass Balance approach from recycled materials.
BCR™ Cleanroom Face Masks
Berkshire masks provide filtration efficiency while allowing long wearing comfort for operators, and are designed to protect your cleanroom or controlled environment from human contamination
Hopen™ Iso Air Duckbill Cleanroom Masks
ISO Air duckbill cleanroom masks provide a large breathing chamber and are made with the Mass Balance approach from recycled materials.
Berkshire™ Choice™ Cleanroom Face Masks
Three-layer cleanroom face masks provide filtration efficiency while providing long wearing comfort.
Keystone Cleanroom Products Cleanroom Face Masks, Gamma Irradiated
Gamma irradiated cleanroom facemasks eliminate goggles from fogging and mask slippage. Available with ties, headband, or earloop fastening.
Hopen™ Iso Air Cleanroom Masks with Headloops
ISO Air cleanroom masks are ISO 3 Grade B and easy to put on with increased comfort thanks to its double elastic technology. Made with Mass Balance approach from recycled materials.
Hopen™ Iso Air Cleanroom Masks with Earloops
ISO Air cleanroom masks are ISO 5 Grade B with optimal comfort thanks to soft and non-irritating elastics. Made with Mass Balance approach from recycled materials.
Veltek PF-4 Sterile Cleanroom Facemask
Constructed of 3 layers of non-woven material to help prevent skin irritation or allergy. Coated metal nosepiece keeps the mask secure. Manufactured in a clean environment and is lot traceable.
Medicom Iso Air Cleanroom Mask with Headloops
Cleanroom mask is sterilized with Ethylene Oxide and features an easy-to-put-on design with increased comfort with double elastic technology.
Kimtech™ M6 Pleated-Style Cleanroom Face Mask
Recommended for ISO Class 6 or higher cleanrooms
Keystone Cleanroom Products Cleanroom Face Masks, Gamma Irradiated with Tyvek™ Side Extension
Sterile cleanroom facemasks feature an tyvek side extension for additional protection. Available with ties or double elastic headband fastening.
Isofield™ Tera 230 Validated Sterile Tie-On Cleanroom Facemask - Grade A/B Compatible
Extra wide validated sterile facemask. The Tera is made from gamma compatible materials ensuring low/no odor in use. The individually packed Tera has excellent bacterial and particle filtration efficiency and is GMP Grade A compatible.
Isofield™ Zetta 230 Non-Sterile TieOon Cleanroom Facemask - ISO Class 4/5 Compatible
The Zetta is ISO Class 4 compatible. The Zetta is also made from low-linting cleanroom grade material to ensure best in class cleanliness. The individually packed Zetta has excellent bacterial and particle filtration efficiency, and an excellent choice for GMP Grade C/D environments.
Isofield™ Exa 230 Validated Sterile Earloop Cleanroom Facemask with Clip - Grade A/B Compatible
Extra wide validated sterile facemask. The Exa is also fitted with a clip to adapt to your SOP, and is made with gamma compatible materials to ensure low/no odor in use. The Exa also has excellent bacterial and particle filtration efficiency and is GMP Grade A compatible.
Isofield™ Peta 230 Non-Sterile Earloop Cleanroom Facemasks with Clip - ISO Class 4/5 Compatible
Isofield Peta is ISO Class 4 compatible. The Peta is also fitted with a convenient clip to adapt to your SOP. The individually packed Peta has excellent bacterial and particle filtration efficiency, and an excellent choice for GMP Grade C/D environments.