Domestic Preparedness: Sarin Vapor Challenge and Corn Oil Protection Factor (PF) Testing of the CB40 CNR Full Face Respirator

Abstract

Results of performance testing of the CB4O CNR Air Purifying Full Face Respirator are described. Three series of tests were performed: (1) breakthrough time determinations of cartridges/canisters against sarin (GB), (2) GB vapor breakthrough determination of entire system using manikin headform and simulated breathing, and (3) corn-oil protection factor determinations of system using human subjects. Results indicate that canisters provide adequate resistance to GB breakthrough against high-concentration challenges, and that corn oil aerosol and high-concentration GB vapor penetration into the breathing zone of the respirator occur at acceptable levels.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA428128

Entities

People

  • Adam D. Seiple
  • Alex G. Pappas
  • Lee E. Campbell
  • Raymond R. Lins

Organizations

  • Edgewood Chemical Biological Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Biological Factors
  • Breathing Apparatus
  • Canisters
  • Chemical Warfare
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Department Of Defense
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Domestic
  • First Responders
  • Gb Agent
  • Measurement
  • Oils
  • Performance Tests
  • Plant Oils
  • Respirators
  • Test Methods

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  • Materials Science