Optrel Swiss Air ABE1P PAPR Powered Respirator & Controller

The Optrel Swiss Air half-mask gives you maximum protection and comfort by combining a powerful motor and high efficiency filtration unit with a fully adjustable, lightweight half mask.  The Swiss Air respiratory protection system works independently from  PAPR Welding helmets, PAPR grinding visors and PAPR hoods. This allows the operator to combine the highest levels of particulate and chemical protection with standard personal protective equipment (PPE) such as; face shields, goggles, helmets, welding helmets, spectacles and ear defenders. This makes this the Swiss Air the most versatile PAPR system available.

The core element of the Optrel Swiss Air system is a ventilated half mask that completely covers the wearers mouth and nose area, supplying them with purified air. The clean air is supplied to the half mask via a Y-hose from the Swiss Air’s miniaturised blower system, which is comfortably positioned on a carrying harness positioned on the wearers back – similar to an ultra-lightweight rucksack.  The user is then constantly in a "positive pressure air system", which prevents contaminated air from entering the mask. The positive pressure inside the mask also helps to make breathing easier, thus reducing breathing fatigue associated with traditional elastomeric masks and disposable respirators – especially during manual labour.

The half-mask itself is made of hard wearing flame retardant fabric. It has been designed in such a way that it can easily be adapted to fit all face shapes and sizes utilising a fully adjustable headband and pull cord. The Optrel Swiss air concept eliminates the need for costly and time consuming face fit tests and safely works with operators that have beards and facial hair.

IP 54 splashproof and dust-tight rating makes Swiss Air suitable for use outside and in dusty environments.

Features:

Optrel Swiss Air ABE1P uses a combination filter which offers protection against particulate and chemical risks. 

A = Certain organic gases and vapours with a boiling point > 65° (brown band)

B = Certain inorganic gases and vapours (except carbon monoxide) (grey band)

E = Sulphur dioxide and other acid gases (yellow band)

P = Particulates. Protection from particulates is achieved by working to TH3P standards, providing 99.8% protection against fine dust, fume and mist. TH3P is equivalent to 10 x greater protection when compared to a traditional FFP3 disposable respirator or half mask. Even harmful viruses such as Covid 19 are filtered from the air.

The blower unit has an automatic air flow calibration function and is supplied with a long life 14h battery for extended all day working.

When used with the optional Swiss Air Controller – positioned on the chest section of the shoulder strap, all functions are controllable when wearing the unit; overview of filter contamination, battery charge status, air flow control, on/off switch and altitude and temperature compensation.

Applications:

Welding,

Plasma & Oxy Fuel Gas Cutting.

Grinding & Polishing.

Woodworking.

Sprayshop.

Building & Construction.

Demolition.

Recycling & Waste Disposal.

Chemical industry.

Medical & Health Care.

Laboratory & Pharmaceutical.

Agricultural.

Automotive.

Food Processing.

Industrial cleaning.

Specification:

Protection level: TH3P (EN12941)

Blower Unit with automatic air flow control:

Flow rate: Level 1: minimum 100 l/min

Level 2: minimum 115 l/min

Level 3: minimum 130 l/min

Noise level: 70db (A) maximum.

Alarms: Optical (with the Swiss Air Controller) and audible alarm for low and very low battery, clogged or no filter, plus low flow.

Dimensions (L x W x H): 250mm x 170mm x 50mm

Weight: 1400 grams (incl. filter, belt and battery)

Half Mask:

Material: Ripstop textile

Inlay: Polyurethane foam.

Valves: 2 exhalation valves with silicone membrane

Head & Neck Band Material: Neoprene and elastic.

Hose:

Material: POM and silicone.

Length: 180 mm (elastic, up to 355 mm excl. Y-hose)

Internal diameter: 21 mm

Battery Pack:

Type: Rechargeable  Li-Ion. 3,6 V / 6,5 Ah / 23.4Wh

Operating time: Level 1: 14 hours

Level 2: 12 hours

Level 3: 8 hours

(with new filter at room temperature)

Charging time: Approximately 6 hours

Included as Standard: 1 x Optrel Swiss Air ABE1P PAPR Powered Respirator without Half Mask and with ABE1P Combi filter, Swiss Air blower, Combi filter cover with spark guard, Pre-filter, Hose system, Shoulder Carrying Unit & Charger.

Warranty

2 years from date of sales for manufacturing and material defects, 6 months warranty for battery.

Genuine Optrel system from an authorised partner:4700.014

Note: The Optrel Swiss Air respiratory system should NOT be used in environments where there is an immediate danger to health or life (IDLH), in atmospheres containing less than 17% (Europe) oxygen or where the concentration of toxins is so high that a protection class more than TH2 (EU) is required. It is NOT evaluated as an ignition source in flammable or explosive atmospheres.

ATEX Zone 2 certified – Hazardous gas, vapour and mist.

ATEX Zone 22 certified – Hazardous dust and powders.

ATEX is an abbreviation of ATmosphere EXplosible and relates to the safety of tools and equipment that are used in environments where explosive atmospheres can occur.