The 3M Aura Series 9300+ self-filtering masks provide effective respiratory protection for use in industries where workers are exposed to dust particles and/or non-volatile liquid particles.
They are foldable, easy to store, and their patented design with 3 panels facilitates facial movements for user comfort. The top panel adapts to the contours of the nose and face for an effective seal.
The chin tab is designed to make it easier to put on and adjust the mask.
The 3M Cool Flow exhalation valve offers greater comfort in hot and humid environments and/or where the work task is more strenuous and physical.
The Low Breathing Resistance Technology provides effective filtration with low breathing resistance for consistent high-quality performance.
Applicable to products produced from 04/01/2024. Packaging: At least 30% recycled content of the individual product packaging – only Aura 9310+, 9312+, 9320+, 9322+, 9330+, 9332+, 1872V+, and 1873V+. 100% recycled content in the primary box, 76% recycled content in the transport box. Product: The 3M Aura 9312+, 9322+, and 9332+ particle respirators contain at least 25% pre-consumer recycled content. The percentage of recycled content varies depending on the model. The values indicated are the lowest percentage of recycled content for the three protection levels. Percentage of recycled content calculated according to the EN ISO 14021:2016+A1:2021 standard.
Recycled VS Recyclable
Recycling is the process of converting waste into material that can be reused for the same purpose or an alternative purpose. This process results in recycled materials.
Not everything that is recycled is recyclable and vice versa.
The 3M Aura 9312+, 9322+, and 9332+ particle respirators manufactured after April 1, 2024, contain recycled material but are not recyclable.
Why is the Aura 9300+ not Recyclable?
Recycling PPE is a very complex issue, as it is necessary to consider not only the material the product is made of but also what it has been contaminated with during its useful life.
There is still no reliable method to decontaminate used respirators so that they can be safely recycled.
Environmental Declarations
Check the EPD for Aura 9332+ here
Check the EPD for Aura 9322+ here
Standards
Before adjusting the equipment, make sure your hands are clean.
1. With the back facing up and using the tab, separate the upper and lower panels so the product forms a shell shape. Slightly bend the nose clip in the center.
2. Ensure that both panels are fully unfolded.
3. Hold the mask with one hand in a cup shape, placing the open side on your face. With the other hand, hold both adjustment straps. Hold the mask under your chin, with the nose pad facing up, and pass the adjustment straps over your head.
4. Place the upper adjustment strap around your head and the lower adjustment strap below your ears. The adjustment straps should not cross. Adjust the upper and lower panels for greater comfort, ensuring that the panels and chin tab are not folded inward.
5. Using both hands, mold the nose clip, adjusting it to the lower part of the nose to ensure a good seal.
6. Check if you have achieved a proper seal of the mask.
1. Completely cover the front of the self-filtering mask with both hands, taking care not to alter the mask’s fit.
2. Self-filtering mask WITHOUT valve – Exhale forcefully.
Self-filtering mask WITH valve – Inhale forcefully.
3. If you detect air leakage around the nose, readjust the nose clip to eliminate the leak. Repeat the procedure described above.
4. If you detect air leakage at the edge of the self-filtering mask, readjust the adjustment straps on both sides of the head to eliminate the leak. Repeat the process described above.
