Domestic Preparedness Program: Phase 2 Sarin (GB) and Distilled Sulfur Mustard (HD) Vapor Challenge Testing of Commercial Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Facepieces

Abstract

Results of performance testing of three types of commercial self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) facepieces are described. A series of tests were performed to determine sarin (GB) and distilled sulfur mustard (HD) vapor breakthrough of SCBA facepieces using manikin head form and simulated breathing.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2005
Accession Number
ADA435639

Entities

People

  • Lee E. Campbell
  • Raymond R. Lins

Organizations

  • Edgewood Chemical Biological Center

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Analyzers
  • Breathing Apparatus
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Department Of Defense
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Domestic
  • Emergencies
  • First Responders
  • High Pressure
  • Instructions
  • Materials
  • Performance Tests
  • Respiration
  • Test Fixtures
  • Warning Systems
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Materials Science