As the world continues to deal with various airborne illnesses and hazards, the need for respiratory protection has become more critical. When considering which respirator is right for you, the first decision to make is whether you should use a disposable or reusable respirator. In this article, we’ll compare the differences between disposable and reusable respirators to help you decide which choice is best for both your safety and budget.
Properly fitted disposable N95 respirators are designed to protect you from harmful airborne particulates, including non-oil and oil-based aerosols such as silica, wood dust, and viruses like COVID-19.
They are typically made of a filtering material that consists of multiple layers of polyethylene outer and inner shell. The filtering part of an N95 disposable respirator is often made of a spun-bonded melt-blown material that captures airborne particles and protects the wearer from inhaling harmful aerosol-based particulates.
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