Full Face Reusable Mask 3M™ 6800 Series

The 3M 6800 is the reusable full face mask of the 3M 6000 series, in size M. Also called a panoramic mask or full facepiece, it covers the whole face: it protects the airways and the eyes, and takes two 3M bayonet filters.

Specifications

• Type: reusable full face mask.
• Size: M. The series also includes the 6700 (S) and the 6900 (L).
• Colour: grey.
• Filters: 3M bayonet system, two filters.

When to choose a full face mask

The contaminant irritates the eyes. Ammonia, acid gases, some solvents: glasses are not airtight and do not protect against vapours.

A higher protection factor is needed. With the same filter, a full face mask protects more than a 6000 series half mask.

There is a splash risk. The panoramic lens also protects the face from splashes.

Choosing the filters

The mask only protects against what its filters stop. The letters A, B, E and K designate the families of gases and vapours, P1 to P3 particles. The 3M 6059 ABEK1 filter covers four gas families at once; a pre-filter is added when the work also produces dust or aerosols.

Lens and maintenance

A 3M 6885 protective film protects the lens from paint overspray and scratches; it is replaced instead of the lens. After use, clean the mask, let it dry and store it with its filters in a sealed bag.

A beard prevents the face seal from sealing and makes the protection ineffective. A seal check is needed every time it is put on.

See also our full face masks, our filters and reusable masks and our respiratory protection range.