Full Face Masks

Full face masks offer several key benefits:

Combined protection:
This type of respirator provides comprehensive protection not only for the respiratory tract, but also for the eyes and the entire face. In addition to protection against harmful airborne particles and gases or vapours, the user is also shielded from substances that can cause eye or skin irritation. When used in combination with protective clothing such as a protective suit and gloves, contact with hazardous substances can be kept to a minimum.

Excellent seal:
Full face masks are trusted for their secure fit and excellent sealing properties, reducing the risk of leakage and increasing the overall protection and safety for the wearer. The seal is achieved thanks to the flexible mask body with its double sealing frame and double or triple sealing edges, depending on the type of full face mask.

Versatile integration:
Our range of full face masks can be combined with a variety of standard or proprietary filters, powered air purifying respirators (PAPR), self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and closed-circuit breathing apparatus (CCBA) or even airline solutions. This flexibility provides users in a wide range of applications and industries with optimum protection solutions to the unique challenges they face.

Regulatory compliance:
The use of full face masks is usually governed by health and safety regulations, such as those in the UK that are issued by the government and enforced by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). These regulations outline an employer’s duty to protect workers including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment such as the use of full face masks for work in hazardous environments to ensure safety and compliance with legal regulations.

Dräger full face masks are available with a range of mask connectors, depending on the model and the intended combination with respiratory protection equipment. This allows use with different filter types or with PAPR blower units, breathing apparatus or airline solutions. Here is an overview of the connection types available:

• standard RA or Rd 40mmx1/7'' (acc. to EN148-1) threaded connector for combination with Rd40 filters, PAPR and airline
• standard PE or M45x3 (acc.to EN148-3) threaded connector for combination with SCBA or airline 
• standard ESA (acc. to DIN 58600) plug-in connector for combination with SCBA

• proprietary P plug-in connector for combination with SCBA or airline
• proprietary RP connectors for combination with CCBA
• proprietary bayonet connector for combination with X-plore bayonet filters

Yes, all series of full face masks from Dräger are designed for use with different types and categories of respiratory filters. Choosing your filter depends on the hazards encountered and the applications. Dräger offers the proprietary X-plore Bayonet line and universal Rd40 line for use with our half masks and full face masks. Our product range includes the following filter types:

Particulate filters:
Particle filters offer protection against particulate pollutants such as dust, fumes and aerosols for different contaminant concentrations (P1, P2 or P3). Our range of bayonet filters includes cost effective pad filter solutions and odour filters that provide both particle protection and odour control.

Gas filters:
Gas filters provide protection against different categories of gases and vapours (A, B, E, K and more) and come in different filter capacities (Class 1, 2 or 3, e.g. A2).

Combination filters:
Combination filters shield the user against both particulate and gas based substances (e.g. A2B2 P3) and offer a more hollistic approach to respiratory protection.

Yes, for environments with high contaminant concentration or unknown levels and pollutants, our full-face masks can be combined with respiratory protection systems that are independent of the ambient air. Appropriate solutions for such environments include self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), closed-circuit breathing apparatuses (CCBA) or airline solutions for maximum protection.

Engineered for efficient air circulation, our full face masks feature airflow routing that directs inhaled air along the inside of the mask's visor and the exhaled air from the inner mask to the outside the mask to prevent lens fogging. This design ensures a clear and unobstructed view for increased comfort and better situational awareness. In addition, some versions of our mask visors are available with dedicated coatings to enhance anti-fog or anti-scratch properties.

Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to ensure a proper and secure seal with facial hair. Therefore, many international health and safety regulations and Dräger as a manufacturer do not recommend the use of full face respirators for users with beards.

A powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) combined with a loose-fitting headpiece, such as a hood or helmet, offers an excellent alternative for this user group due to its continuous flow operation. Explore Dräger's range of X-plore 8000 series blower units that offer reliable protection for users with beards. Please check your application requirements and consult the manufacturer's instructions before use.

Although a number of different terms are used in common parlance, they all refer to full face masks.

A full face mask covers the entire face and provides both respiratory and eye protection. It can be used with different types of filters, a powered respirator or a supplied-air solution, depending on the hazard.

A gas mask is often used by military or defence personnel and provides a high level of protection against specific harmful gases, vapours and particles in combination with dedicated filters.

A chemical mask is a type of full face mask often used in the chemical industry or other industrial applications, providing specific protection against hazardous chemical substances such as toxic vapours and organic, inorganic or acidic gases.