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Dräger PARAT® 5550

Escape and Respirator Hoods
  • Fire escape hood in a flame-retardant holster
  • Developed for fire rescue teams for victim rescue
  • System approved with Dräger breathing apparatus according to EN 137:2006, Type 2.
Dräger PARAT® 5550 Escape and Respirator Hoods
The fire escape hood can be carried along (e.g. on the breathing apparatus) without restricting the rescuer's freedom of movement.
Smoke hood is packed in protected by a foil pouch.
Dräger PARAT® 5550 Escape and Respirator Hoods
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CO P2
Filter type
min. 15 minutes
Escape time
16 years (filter exchange required after 8 years - only via Dräger Service)
Lifetime
C9H10N2O, C5H6Cl2N2O2, C10H10O4, C10H9NO3S, C9H7MnO3, C8H6Cl2O3, C8H5Cl3O3, C22H30O2S and more
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The Dräger PARAT® 5550 is a fire escape hood packaged in a flame-retardant holster. It was specifically developed for fire rescue teams for use in victim rescue. The main advantage: The PARAT® 5550 is system approved together with Dräger breathing apparatus according to EN 137:2006, Type 2.

”Ready to act” increases safety

With its EN 137:2006, Type 2 and EN 403:2004 approved combination of breathing apparatus, fire escape hood and holster, Dräger is going one step further in victim rescue. The fire escape hood can be carried along (e.g. on the breathing apparatus) wit More information

Always available, always ready

As it is not always clear in advance whether or not people are inside the scene of the incident, it is recommended to carry a fire escape hood at all times. For at least 15 minutes, a fire escape hood protects against highly toxic fire-related gases, More information

Easy opening, intuitive use

The Dräger PARAT 5550 system solution keeps carrying, opening and donning the fire escape hood simple: The wearer opens the holster, removes the foil pouch containing the escape hood, opens it along the perforation — with ease, even when wearing glov More information

More than just an accessory

With its reflective stripes, the holster is clearly visible from a distance. The material used is suitable for cleaning in washing machines. The inner label can also be used for personalization, meaning that the holster can be marked with an individu More information

Cost efficiency through long service life

The PARAT 5550 has an eight year service life time and the filter is well protected through the filter plugs during this time. So it is uncritical if the unit is stored for some time before use. The filter expiration date is visible from the outside  More information

Specifications

CO P2
Filter type
min. 15 minutes
Escape time
16 years (filter exchange required after 8 years - only via Dräger Service)
Lifetime
C9H10N2O, C5H6Cl2N2O2, C10H10O4, C10H9NO3S, C9H7MnO3, C8H6Cl2O3, C8H5Cl3O3, C22H30O2S and more
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Product type

Filtering escape hood
Filtering escape device

Key Facts

Filter type
CO P2
Escape time
min. 15 minutes
Lifetime
16 years (filter exchange required after 8 years - only via Dräger Service)
Packaging options
flame-retardant holster
Weight
1.56 lb

Protection against

Industrial gases
Fire related gases
Vapours
Particles

Features

Eye protection
Filter expiry date
Training unit

Carrying options

Wall mounting
Hip strap
Shoulder strap
Belt clip
Grip clip
D-Ring
Carrying case
Slip guard carabiner
Hand strap

Approvals

EN 403:2004
DIN 58647-7
tested for use against H2S (at 2.500 ppm)
EN 14387:2004 (only filter)
EN 137:2006 Typ 2
NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84

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Accessories

Accessory Pocket large
Accessory Pocket large
The optional attachable large accessory pocket has space for bulky items and can be used to carry additional equipment such as loops.
Accessory Pocket small
Accessory Pocket small
The optional attachable small accessory pocket can be used to carry additional equipment like wedges.
Dräger PARAT® 5550 Refill Pack
Dräger PARAT® 5550 Refill Pack
The Dräger PARAT® 5550 Refill Pack contains the fire escape hood sealed in the foil pouch. This allows you to cost effectively equip your holster with a new hood after use.

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