Elipse P100

As a sufferer of extreme asthma, as someone who can't walk down the street for fear that a clerk on a smoke break, concealed behind some pillar or window-box shrub, will cause me to hyperventilate periodically for up to a week post-encounter, this mask has turned my life around. Sure, it takes a bit of getting used to, walking flamboyantly down the street like Modern Joe, and sure, people stop me to applaud my commitment to cosplay (which has so far, always been sincere, and highly amusing), but it has been the single greatest boon to my respiratory health and peace of mind in the course of my life. It has opened up avenues for travel - I can now go to countries where smoking is very prevalent, so long as I enter nonsmoking indoor establishments for lodging/eating/etc. and even though one certainly isn't anonymous or subtle with this accessory, the functionality (safely breathing, anywhere) is unbeatable. A bit of odor does come through the mask, from time to time. I know when someone is smoking nearby, because I can smell it through the mask. However, it's an odd scent, quite distinguishable from the unmasked, unfiltered odor of smoked tobacco. It's not a pleasant scent, but it is a breathable one, nonetheless. The only time the odor through the mask was very strong was in the case of painting with aerosol. I couldn't distinguish between the filtered and unfiltered odor of spraypaint. Nonetheless, I had no breathing issues during or afterward, so I suppose the mask did its job. In terms of fit - everyone's face is different, sure, but I can vouch for the fit on my face at least. I ordered the large/medium, though the small/medium was tempting. I'm a fairly petite girl with a narrow, oval face and this size fits me quite well, leaving no gaps. It sometimes pops a little when I'm breathing heavily - I'm not sure what causes that, but it doesn't seem to be letting air through when this happens, so it's more distracting than problematic. I've done some aerobics in this mask before, and the passage of air is sufficient to allow me to comfortably breathe, even when my respiration is fairly accelerated. When hyperventilating on a cold clear day, this mask has helped normalize my breathing - I believe this is because it heats up and moistens the air somewhat? But I'm not sure if that's the case. I live in a cold climate. Not sure if this would be bearable in the desert - or in a particularly warm climate. The airflow is sufficient to keep it from getting muggy and sweaty during a Pacific Northwest summer, but things might get uncomfortable if it were any warmer. That said, this mask is by far the best option I've found to date. Haven't replaced the filters yet - so I can't say whether or not that's a turnkey process. Lost the first mask, and had to buy a replacement. Both were top notch quality and equally functional.

i have been using the GVS SPR457 Elipse P100 Half Mask Respirator for about 2 months now. I am a welder and i also have asthma. i work in small shop making safes, welding for 8 hours a day 7 days a week can really put a toll on your body. you are constantly breathing in toxic fumes that you can clearly see the side effects of at the end of the day ie. black mucus in my nostrils and throat. this respirator worked perfectly for me because i needed something small and compact enough to fit under my welding hood but efficient enough to actually be worth wearing. i am constantly moving around going inside safes (some of which only my head fits) and i rarely even realize that i am wearing this respirator. it fits snug of your face and it is super comfortable. the respirator is never obtrusive and if need be easily removable with only one hand, you can pull the top strap and let it hang around your neck until it is needed again. best of all my sinuses are clean and clear and under control pros: lightweight yet durable easy to put on and remove does not restrict breathing easy to clean and change filters compact design gives it great versatility cons: on cold days or if working hard moisture can build up on inside requiring you to wipe it away straps do tend to get loose after a while, just make sure they are tight your voice will get muffled especially in loud environments requiring you to pull on mask to be heard properly overall the versatility of the GVS SPR457 Elipse P100 Half Mask Respirator is unparalleled whether you need it for light duty home work or for more demanding daily work it will fit your needs. there to protect you when you need it and out of the way when you don't.

This has been a great buy !! I needed a good respirator to wear in the wood shop , and I decided to buy this one. It works great !! I got tired of wearing the disposable masks that are ok if you are just using it for 10 minutes. I needed something I could wear for long periods of time and I needed it to be comfortable and not hurt the back of my head like the rubber bands on the disposable masks do. I decided to buy this mask based on its more compact design and also because I can replace the filters I love my mask !! I have been using it now for a month or so and wanted to put it to the test before posting a review. I work with all sorts of hard and softwoods, and between the planer, table saw and thickness sanders going , it gets extremely dusty with sawdust even with the exhaust system on. I put this mask to the absolute test. Twice a year I blow out the shop to get all of the sawdust from all the machines and it is a dirty ass job !! There is so much saw dust in the air that the exhaust fans are doing everything they can just to keep up. In the past while wearing regular disposable masks, I get all sorts of sawdust in my nose and at time have even tasted the dust. Wearing my new mask , I got no sawdust at all in my nose . None whatsoever!!! The mask is comfortable , it fits me well even with my thick beard. I would recommend this mask.

I am a professional interior trim carpenter and furniture builder. Recently with the adage of MDF becoming more popular, finding a good dust mask has been a chore. There are some decent ones out there from Fastcap but they dirty quickly and are a consistent purchase. I have never been a big fan of respirators as they typicall big and bulky. Then I bought this little gem. It's compact, but comfortable and made of light soft material. I have worn it now every day for about to weeks and haven't really found anything to complain about it. It also seams to seal well against my beard. I do wish the filters lasted a bit longer but with its compact design they last a decent amount of time. I would recommend this to any wood worker. Please if you find my review helpful, let Amazon know by clicking the helpful button below.

I needed this mask in a pinch and Amazon delivered like a boss. This thing fits my man face and seals well, provided I'm clean shaven. Its comfortable enough to wear for many hours at a stretch and the straps provide plenty of adjustment range, fits well with safety glasses, and is low profile enough to fit comfortably behind a face shield. I also ordered some additional P100 filters to go with it. These work great for dirty automotive tasks like brake dust from brake jobs, sanding wood in the shop, grinding metal, or dust from a leaf blower. I eventually gave it to my mom and purchased a 3M mask for a different purpose, but this one worked great while I owned it. I TRUSTED IT ENOUGH TO GIVE IT TO MY MOTHER Y'ALL. What these do NOT protect against are things like SMOKE or CHEMICAL VAPORS. If you are out there Breaking Bad, this stylish purple mask and provided filters ain't gonna help. I see a ton of people here on Amazon buying these things and plowing into fire zones during the recent California wildfires and they assume the mask is going to protect them. Now please keep in mind that there are many different ratings for replacement cartridges on this mask, the ones that are included are P100 only. What does that mean? P100 is a particulate rating that covers physical pieces matter, the elements in this filter will block 99.9% of particles .3 microns or larger. It will protect you from the big chunks of crap floating around in the air, but 90% of wood smoke particles range from 1 micron to 0.01 microns, depending on what's burning. It's not the physical particles of smoke that are going to ruin you, its the soup of highly toxic and carcinogenic gasses that are given off by burning plastics and modern building materials. Lovely things like phosgene and hydrogen cyanide, not to mention the tons upon tons of carbon monoxide. Be smart and understand the limitations of your safety gear and you'll live a much longer and healthier life.

Works great, comfortable and easy to put on and remove.

Have had this product for a couple months works well keeps the sawdust when sanding out of my sinuses love the product

Yeah, this seems expensive for a mask, when you can just get a bunch of N95 dust masks - but I'm here to tell you this product works WAY better! You can actually breath effortlessly, much better than a cloth mask. I used these when dry-cutting stone (tons of fine dust), and they worked great. Very happy overall.

great product

I recently purchased this face mask for sanding drywall, and I couldn't be more impressed with its performance. Not only does it look sleek and stylish, but the filters also work exceptionally well. After an hour of intense sanding, I didn't feel affected at all, thanks to its excellent filtration capabilities. What sets this mask apart is its incredibly light weight (only 130g) and perfect fit to the contours of the face, ensuring maximum comfort without hindering movement. One of the standout features of this mask is its unique and low-profile filter design, which provides an unobstructed field of vision. This feature is especially crucial for tasks like sanding, where visibility is essential for precision work. Additionally, the low breathing resistance of the mask reduces the risk of user fatigue, allowing for extended periods of wear without discomfort. The pleated HEPA filters further enhance comfort while ensuring high filtration efficiency. I highly recommend this face mask to anyone in need of reliable respiratory protection. Its NIOSH approval (TC-84A-6949) assures its quality and effectiveness. Made from hypoallergenic materials and featuring an easy-to-adjust headband, it's suitable for long-term use without causing irritation. Whether you're working on DIY projects at home or in a professional setting, this mask is a must-have for safety and comfort.

Buena mascarilla hace su función es muy cómoda y no estorba al momento que te pones la careta para soldar.

Muy cómodo, lo uso casi todo el día para soldar y esmerilar. No sé empaña la careta ni los lentes de seguridad y queda bien con las caretas ya sea de soldad o de seguridad.

Lightweight. Seals to face well with mild to moderate facial hair. Breathing is easy and comfortable. Easy to adjust straps on or off face. Changing filter cartridges is very simple and fit securely. Great price point for product received. Would buy again if needed.