Edward Cowell on wed 1 dec 99
I have heard that 3M produces a disposable face mask that is adequate for
mixing glazes. Can someone provide me with the model number.
Laurie Cowell,
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Shirley Samuelson on fri 3 dec 99
>----------------------------Original message----------------------------
>I have heard that 3M produces a disposable face mask that is adequate for
>mixing glazes. Can someone provide me with the model number.
>
>Laurie Cowell,
>Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Laurie, I think what you want is the 3M 8110. These were recommended in an
article on respirators a few months back, I think in _Pottery Making_. I
bought a box of 20 for about $16--8110S (smaller size) and they work well.
I find them much more comfortable than a full, cannister-loaded respirator,
especially since I wear glasses. Little air gets through though so you do
have to take a breather occasionally.
Shirley Samuelson
Timothy Dean Malm on sat 4 dec 99
Greetings: The use of an adequate dustmask is entirely inapropriate when
considering the possible effects of inhaled glaze dusts and their possible
effects. Any certified health hygenist can also suggest that unless you
are clean-shaven, no mask is adequate. I suppose one can say better
something than nothing. Sincerely, Tim Malm in Seattle.
Kenneth D. Westfall on sun 5 dec 99
I personally have yet to see a paper mask fit well enough to be air tight.
Do you really want to play Russian roulette with your life. Get a quality
half mask or full mask respirator that will last you a life time. With
changeable cartridges it good for more that just pottery dust. In the long
run cheaper to use and less waste. WW Grainger has a good selection and
are available just about every where.
At 08:54 AM 12/03/1999 EST, you wrote:
>----------------------------Original message----------------------------
>>----------------------------Original message----------------------------
>>I have heard that 3M produces a disposable face mask that is adequate for
>>mixing glazes. Can someone provide me with the model number.
>>
>>Laurie Cowell,
>>Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
>
>
>Laurie, I think what you want is the 3M 8110. These were recommended in an
>article on respirators a few months back, I think in _Pottery Making_. I
>bought a box of 20 for about $16--8110S (smaller size) and they work well.
>I find them much more comfortable than a full, cannister-loaded respirator,
>especially since I wear glasses. Little air gets through though so you do
>have to take a breather occasionally.
>Shirley Samuelson
>
Kenneth D. Westfall
Pine Hill Pottery
R.D. #2 Box 6AA
Harrisville, WV 26362
pinehill@ruralnet.org
http://www.ruralnet.org/pinehillpottery
Raku Boy on sun 5 dec 99
There is a disposable face mask that 3m makes that is suitable for
mixing glazes I believe. It filters out organic vapors with charcoal -
However - Disposable face masks have one huge disadvantage... No airtight
seal.
Thoses disposable facemasks can be found at www.3m.com - not sure of
model number. They cost about 7 dollars each where I saw them - you might
just want to pick up a half-mask respirator - 20-40 dollars - will last a
long time.
- John Christensen
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Cindy Strnad on sun 5 dec 99
If I'm not much mistaken, the idea of using a dust filter mask rather than a
real protective filter cartridge mask is either (a) comfort, or (b) expense.
(A) Cartridge filter masks are far more comfortable, give you an adequate
air supply (until the cartridges need changing), and work better to protect
you.
(B) Cartridge filter masks don't cost all that much, and I'm betting they
actually cost less in the long run, as all that needs replacing are the
cartridges. You won't need to replace your masks, your lungs, or anything
related to the breathing apparatus.
It's easy to find one of these masks appropriate to the chemicals we use in
the glaze room. Just go to your local safety supply store, tell them what
you need protecting against, and let them figure out what filters you need
and fit you with an appropriate mask. Mine was on sale, and cost less than
$20. A *very* minor investment to protect body parts I can't live without.
If you have whiskers, your investment will vary.
To be honest, I'm not all that worried about the silica. I live on a dirt
road in the country--let's get real. I mix glaze maybe once a month. (Always
use the mask anyway--I have it, after all.) However, breathing cobalt and
manganese and chrome and other exotic heavy metals is another thing
entirely.
Cindy Strnad
Earthen Vessels Pottery
Custer, SD
Veena Raghavan on mon 6 dec 99
Hi Cindy,
I read your post, Monona's, and all the others with great interest.
I want to get a cartridge filter mask, but my problem is where does one
find different sizes. All the listings I have seen are for one size only.
The other problem is where can one test it out for fit. Most of these come
in sealed packages, so there is no way to try them on.
Any good advice on how to find a small size mask and how to try it
on for fit would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Veena
Veena Raghavan
75124.2520@compuserve.com
Dave Finkelnburg on tue 7 dec 99
Veena,
I don't know where you're located, but I'd go to the Yellow Pages, look
under "safety equipment" or something like that, and find someone who sells
respirators. The brands will probably be MSA (Mine Safety Appliance) and
North. These reputable brands come in different sizes and you'll have no
problem getting a size small.
Once you find the vendor, ask them where you can get fit tested. They
may provide the service. If not, they'll have an idea who does do it.
Don't hesitate to get a proper fit test. It involves moving your head
about and reading the "rainbow" passage, a carefully designed bit of short
text, reading which you use all your different facial muscles. The idea is
to rigorously check that the respirator stays sealed while in normal use,
like talking to someone, singing to yourself, etc.
Good for you for getting good safety equipment!
Dave Finkelnburg
dfinkeln@cyberhighway.net
-----Original Message-----
From: Veena Raghavan <75124.2520@compuserve.com>
To: CLAYART@LSV.UKY.EDU
Date: Monday, December 06, 1999 1:53 PM
Subject: Re: Filter Face Masks
>----------------------------Original message----------------------------
>Hi Cindy,
> I read your post, Monona's, and all the others with great interest.
>I want to get a cartridge filter mask, but my problem is where does one
>find different sizes. All the listings I have seen are for one size only.
>The other problem is where can one test it out for fit. Most of these come
>in sealed packages, so there is no way to try them on.
> Any good advice on how to find a small size mask and how to try it
>on for fit would be greatly appreciated.
> Thanks in advance.
>Veena
>
>
>
>
>Veena Raghavan
>75124.2520@compuserve.com
>
Jennifer Boyer on wed 8 dec 99
Hi Veena,
Axner carries the 3M respirators in sizes. I like mine, and find
the small fits well. The ad says _permanent_ cartridges. I got
mine from a different company, and the cartridges are
replaceable. The Axner one MUST have replaceable cartidges, but
it would be worth a question. It costs 31.00.
Take Care
Jennifer
Veena Raghavan wrote:
>
> ----------------------------Original message----------------------------
> Hi Cindy,
> I read your post, Monona's, and all the others with great interest.
> I want to get a cartridge filter mask, but my problem is where does one
> find different sizes. All the listings I have seen are for one size only.
> The other problem is where can one test it out for fit. Most of these come
> in sealed packages, so there is no way to try them on.
> Any good advice on how to find a small size mask and how to try it
> on for fit would be greatly appreciated.
> Thanks in advance.
> Veena
>
> Veena Raghavan
> 75124.2520@compuserve.com
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