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I have not been able to determine whether the Respro masks are able to protect against the PM 2.5 particulate pollution in Beijing. How long can I expect filters and valves to last? If Respro masks will meet our needs, I’ll be ordering at least 6 with replacement filters.
Hi R,
The filters in the Techno Sportsta, Respro® Allergy and FB-1 masks all have a submicron filter which is well within the capability for filtering PM 2.5 dusts.
I would strongly urge you consider ‘fit and use’ when purchasing a mask and suggest that you read “why wear a mask” article on our bulletin board and our blog on the Totobobo mask.
The valves last forever so they do not need replacement and the filter lifespan is clearly dependent on use and levels of pollution in the air.
Typically:
The filter lifespan is based on the characteristics of the active urban cyclist.
1. Half hour journey to work half hour back
2. A breathing rate of 30 litres of air per minute
3. Pollution levels where the WHO (World Health Organisation) guidelines recommend that the average citizen should wear some form of respiratory protection.
On this basis we recommend that the filter be changed every 69 hours of use in the environment.
As a rule of thumb mask sizing is as follows;
5′ Heavy Build – 5’6′ Average Build = Medium
5’6″ Heavy Build – 6′ Average Build = Large
To be more accurate or for us to advise you on the correct size product, please send us the following details:
Height:
Weight:
Neck size:
Hat size:
If you call our distributor in Beijing, they have a retail outlet called Natooke based at the same address. They offer a great service and carry the right inventory, I am sure you will be satisfied with their service.
Company Name: Ines (Beijing) Bike Limited
Stock: Sportsta, Techno, City, Aero, Bandit masks and filters.
Address: Wudaoying Hutong 19-1,
Dongcheng District,
100007 Beijing, P.R. China
Telephone: +86 10 6405 6638
Mobile +86 135 0108 8728
Website: http://www.pollution-china.com
Email: respro@pollution-china.com
Map: http://g.co/maps/aj3c
Kind regards
Mairead – Team Respro® Customer Services