The particulate (intake)
filter is a three stage graduated fibre filter with a high dust
holding capacity for long life. Filtration to 5 micron particles. NB:
Spray particulate sizes vary from 10 to 20 microns.
The carbon impregnated
fibre filter (behind intake) assists in the reduction of solvent odours.
Through the process of filtration, adsorption and dilution, operator
exposure to potentially hazardous substances is vastly reduced.
These units are designed
predominantly for studio / classroom / workshop cleanliness and for
immediate operator protection from concentrations of airborne
contaminants. They are not recommended for continual usage, i.e.
production applications, particularly in confined and/or badly
ventilated areas.
Demonstrating adequate
control of the risks to the health of employees, students and the general
public, from mists, fumes and vapours is the fundamental
requirement of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (CoSHH).