A clean mask won’t do you any good if it doesn’t seal. I know that should go without saying, but everyone comes from different backgrounds, so I’m covering that too.Īgain, always check that your equipment isn’t damaged. Also, make sure you clean the mask first. If you decide to get a surplus gas mask, consider a 60mm to 40mm conversion piece, called an adapter, so that you can fit a newly manufactured filter on there. If there’s any damage, it could prevent a proper seal, which means it won’t do a great job protecting you if things get serious. So, check the actual material and components of the mask. Mice might get into your mask, depending on how it was stored, the material could be damaged too. However, even with a new mask, you have to check your equipment. And often, those old filters have dangerous components in them, which I’ll get to later in this article.īesides filters, the actual mask’s material is made to last, which is why the older surplus items are still around. This means, even if the filter wasn’t used, or even opened, that the components used to filter out contaminated air won’t work to their fullest potential. That typically leaves people buying old filters, which unfortunately have a shelflife.
That wouldn’t be much of an issue, except that 60mm filters aren’t being manufactured anymore.
For instance, most of you probably know about the famous Russian surplus mask, which has a 60mm thread it can only fit that size filter. The biggest problem with surplus gas masks is that they have aftermarket filters on them. Israeli Gas Mask Are Surplus Gas Masks Safe? So chill out a bit before you give yourself a hernia. Again, this is for informational purposes only. Wear it to your best friend’s wedding for all we care. We’re not making you wear it, nor are we making you take it off. What you do with that information is on you. I digress to let you know this blog is informational. But you’d think it from the rude comments people tend to write-since they don’t have to leave the comfort of their chair and face anyone to say it. Okay, maybe I’m exaggerating on that last part, just a bit. Then some argue that it’s basically the worst thing in the history of the world you could do. There are tons of people out there who argue there’s nothing wrong with it get yourself a new filter, change out your 60mm for a 40mm with a conversion piece, and move on. That’s like taking first-grade math as a 40-year-old man and then complaining that “everyone knows this.” Good, we’re glad you know SFSniperDude99, this blog isn’t for you.ĭisclaimer 2: Surplus gas mask use is a bit controversial. Surplus Gas Masks and Filtersĭisclaimer 1: Now, before some of you get too far into this blog and start to lose it: if you know everything in here, this blog isn’t for you. Photo Credit: Clandestine Media Group (Not a surplus or featured mask, just a photo for your viewing pleasure). If that’s you, how do you make sure your mask is safe for use, and which masks do you avoid? This blog will cover everything you need to know about surplus gas masks, particularly their filters, so you can make an informed decision on purchasing surplus or not.
Despite the potential danger in utilizing a surplus mask, people still purchase them for that “just in case” moment. The advantage is that they’re cheaper, then there’s a drawback of potential health risks. Surplus gas masks have advantages and disadvantages.
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