Sapphire PAPR Kit - Asbestos Respirator, Made in Israel

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Asbestos exposure is a serious occupational health hazard. Inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer - diseases with long latency periods and no cure. This kit is intended for occasional DIY and small-scale renovation use in conjunction with proper containment, wetting, and disposal procedures. This is not a medical device and does not treat, cure, or diagnose any condition. For licensed commercial asbestos abatement operations, regulatory requirements in most jurisdictions mandate specific respiratory protection standards (such as EN 12941 TH3 or NIOSH-approved PAPR with P100 filtration) and full site containment protocols. Always consult your local occupational health and safety authority and the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the materials you are working with before starting any asbestos removal work. Sapphire PAPR Asbestos Kit Contents - Hood, ONYX 45 Blower, M80 Filter and Hose ✓ Supergum Sapphire Full-Face Respirator Hood - panoramic visor, medical-grade silicone hood, fits over beards and eyeglasses ✓ ONYX 45 PAPR Blower Unit - 45 L/min constant airflow, positive pressure design, belt-mounted, made in Israel ✓ Shalon M80 NBC Filter - 40mm NATO thread, activated carbon media with particulate filtration, 15+ year shelf life ✓ 40mm NATO Flexible Hose and adjustable industrial belt ✓ Integrated Drinking Tube - stay hydrated during long abatement sessions without removing the hood Sold separately: 4x CR123A Lithium batteries required for PAPR operation. These are not included due to lithium battery shipping regulations. PAPR Kit vs. Half-Mask Respirator for Asbestos Work Feature Half-Mask P3 Respirator Sapphire PAPR Kit Airflow Technology Negative Pressure (Lung-Powered) Positive Pressure (Powered) Face Seal Dependency Critical - any gap allows fiber ingress Eliminated - positive pressure prevents inward leakage Beard Compatibility Fails seal - not safe to use Compatible - positive pressure works with beards Eye Protection Requires separate goggles Integrated full-face panoramic visor Inhalation Effort High - constant lung force through dense P3 media Zero - powered air delivery Eyewear Compatibility Difficult - breaks the face seal Works with eyeglasses Extended Wear Comfort Fatigued from long jobs Comfortable - no breathing resistance, drinking tube included Runtime Depends on the filter and breathing rate Up to 20 hours per set of batteries Filter Type P3 particulate cartridges Shalon M80 NBC Multi-Purpose Filter Why a Full-Face PAPR Beats a Half-Mask for Asbestos Removal - Real Job Scenarios Stripping old floor tiles in a 1970s house. Removing corrugated roofing sheets from a garage and cutting through textured ceiling coatings in a pre-2000 renovation. These jobs carry real asbestos risk - and a half-mask P3 respirator is only as good as its face seal. If you have a beard, wear glasses, or work in a physically demanding position where the mask shifts, the seal is compromised. The Sapphire PAPR Kit removes that variable entirely. Supergum Sapphire Full-Face Respirator Hood - Neck Seal, Panoramic Visor, Beard Compatible The Sapphire is a full-face respirator hood manufactured by Supergum under Israeli Ministry of Defense standards. The soft medical-grade silicone hood seals around your neck rather than your face, which means beards, glasses, and different face shapes are no longer a problem. The panoramic polycarbonate visor gives you a clear, distortion-free view of your work area, and the constant positive-pressure airflow ensures asbestos fibers cannot enter through any gap in the seal. Supergum ONYX 45 PAPR Blower - 45 L/min Powered Air, Belt-Mounted, Made in Israel The ONYX 45 is a belt-mounted Powered Air Purifying Respirator made by Supergum. The blower pulls air through the filter and delivers it into the hood at a constant 45 liters per minute, creating positive pressure inside. This means contaminated air - including asbestos fibers - cannot leak inward through any imperfection in the seal. A monitor lamp confirms the unit is operating correctly. Runtime is approximately 18 to 20 hours on a single set of 4x CR123A lithium batteries, making it suitable for full-day abatement sessions. Shalon M80 NBC Filter - Activated Carbon, 40mm NATO Thread, 15-Year Shelf Life The M80 is a multi-purpose NBC filter canister manufactured by Shalon Chemical Industries for the Israeli Defense Force. It combines activated carbon media with particulate filtration effective against a wide range of fibers, aerosols, and chemical vapors. The M80 uses a standard 40mm NATO thread and has a shelf life exceeding 15 years when stored sealed. For asbestos removal applications, the particulate filtration media captures airborne fibers before they reach the airstream entering the hood. Why Tradespeople Choose PAPR Over Half-Masks for Asbestos Work Four practical reasons. First, face seal elimination: with a half-mask, any gap caused by a beard, glasses, or facial movement allows asbestos fibers to bypass the filter entirely. The Sapphire hood seals at the neck, removing this risk. Second, full-face protection - no separate goggles needed, no gap between mask and eyewear. Third, no breathing resistance - dense P3 media is exhausting to breathe through during heavy physical work; the ONYX 45 does the work for you. Fourth, extended-wear comfort: the integrated drinking tube and lightweight hood design allow you to work longer without removing the respirator. Who Needs a Full-Face PAPR for Asbestos Removal - DIY, Renovation and Hazardous Dust Work DIY asbestos removal in residential renovation Asbestos-containing floor tile, ceiling tile, and roofing sheet removal Lead paint stripping and hazardous dust abatement Sanding, grinding, and demolition in older buildings Any hazardous particulate work where face seal integrity is a concern Workers with beards or eyeglasses who cannot achieve a reliable face seal with a standard half-mask Sapphire PAPR Asbestos Kit - Full Technical Specifications Hood Model: Supergum Sapphire Full-Face Respirator Hood Blower Unit: Supergum ONYX 45, 45 L/min constant airflow, positive pressure design Filter: Shalon M80 NBC filter canister, activated carbon media, 40mm NATO thread Thread Standard: 40mm NATO (EN 148-1) - compatible with any NATO-threaded filter Hood Standard: Manufactured to Israeli Ministry of Defense standards Filter Standard: MIL-STD-282 (particulate filtration test method) Visor Standard: EN 166 (personal eye protection) Hood Material Standard: DIN 53505 (rubber hardness testing method) Quality System: ISO 9001 certified manufacturing (Supergum and Shalon) Filter Shelf Life: 15+ years when stored sealed in original packaging Runtime: Approximately 18 to 20 hours on one set of batteries (varies with filter saturation and conditions) Power Source: 4x CR123A Lithium batteries, 3V each (sold separately) Country of Origin: Made in Israel Need replacement filters? The M80 NBC filter is available separately. Easy Breathing 40mm NATO filters are also available in 2-pack, 3-pack, and 4-pack. Free worldwide shipping. 30-day returns accepted.