Oh No! Not Another Equipment Thread!

[woodsculptor]

Hi Everyone

 

Well I've got to the stage where I'm really happy with all my equipment choices, things don't break left right and centre and if they do they're easily fixable (cost a lot of money in equipment to learn this!) but the one thing I've not found an adequate solution to is the problem of protecting my face/ lungs. I've tried various things from mesh visors (hate not being able to see what I'm carving super clear through them) to all kinds of things that fog up from just looking at em! Dust masks too are an issue, feel so much better after a days carving when I use one but they are so irritating.

 

What does everybody use? Anybody struck on a winning formula?

 

Kim

[Dan Earp]

Just reaching out there but the current U.S.A MCU 2/P Gas Mask, has good visibility and mask in one

 

[TGB]

You can demand what like for a job. But maybe the filter isn't great, as it makes your voice sound horse.

 

[wisewood]

You can demand what like for a job. But maybe the filter isn't great, as it makes your voice sound horse.

 

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You'd have to part ex your saws for a lightsaber though:sneaky2:

 

Joking aside I'd be interested to hear what people use. Being a glasses wearer causes more fogging up issues. I think the full mask/respirator is probably the best option. Currently roughing out with mesh visor, detail with just glasses and sanding with dust mask.

[JLA Arborists]

Have you considered a lightweight multi use neck tube type thing.

Try this eBay link

Choice of designs multifunction neck tube bandana cycle walking motorcycle bike

 

http://bit.ly/16ir55D

Edited November 26, 2013 by JLA Arborists

[woodsculptor]

Have you used one of the mask Dan? Is it comfortable for all day use? Is it comfy with ear defenders!

 

Ah if only if not failed my Sith licence!

 

Ive tried to use a bit of material over my nose and mouth JLA but it's not too helpful when chunks fly towards your face!

 

Kim

[Dan Earp]

Kim ive spent a fair bit of time wear a respirator in the military. They do get warm when running around etc but to stand and carve etc in it i should see a problem. If ur struggling to find something like the picture try looking for a garage that deals in spray painting cars there very similar and easily to get hold of and if you pop in they might let you try one on before you buy

 

Dan

[Dan Earp]

Like these

 

Or have a look through this website.

 

http://www.protectivemasksdirect.co.uk/ffp3-masks---ffp3-ce-certified-face-masks--valved-highest-graded-air-purifying-respirators-in-the-eu-9-c.asp

 

Hope it helps also u may have to use the ear defence that pops inside ur ears.

But dont remember any problems when ive used the full faced masks

 

Dan

[Ian Leach]

Ideally i would get one of these, you can also attach ear defenders to it.

Trend AIR/PRO Airshield Pro Respirator 230V UK

 

 

But at the moment I use something like this

 

Scott Safety Profile² P3 Dust Half Mask with Filters | Screwfix.com

[Dan Earp]

Found a cheap version !