Masks
Optional Tests for Masks
NIOSH 95 & Respirator certification NIOSH 95, ISO 23328-1
Nelson Laboratories provides pre-qualification tests to support NIOSH submission for masks/respirators. Contact the Sales Department at sales@nelsonlabs.com for a specific quote on your NIOSH project.
EN 14683 method
The requirements for EN 14683 include BFE with differential pressure and Synthetic Blood Fluid Penetration Resistance tests depending on the mask type. For European submissions following EN14683 may be required. Contact the Sales Department at sales@nelsonlabs.com for a complete quote for tests in compliance with EN14683.
ASTM F2100 method
The requirements for ASTM F2100 include BFE with differential pressure, Particle Filtration Efficiency, Synthetic Blood Fluid Penetration Resistance, and Flammability tests depending on the mask type. For European submissions BFE with differential pressure and Synthetic Blood Penetration following EN14683 may be required. Contact the Sales Department at sales@nelsonlabs.com for a complete quote for tests in compliance with ASTM F2100, EN14683 or for testing in support of FDA 510(k) submissions.

