Activated carbon cartridges for professional respiratory masks – protection against organic vapours

Activated carbon filters for respirators are essential equipment for all professionals working in car painting, varnishing, lacquering or with solvents.

These filter cartridges are specially designed to provide effective protection for the respiratory tract against harmful organic vapours, including solvents found in automotive paints, varnishes, thinners and chemicals used in bodywork and other areas of the chemical and industrial sectors.

Our range comprises two main types of cartridges for professional breathing masks:

• Type A1: (ref.: T1000) Paint solvent / organic vapours

• Type ABEK1: (ref.: T1111) Solvents / Ammoniacal substances / Acids / Methylamine

Parts assembly diagram

Cap > Pre-filters > Cartridge > Mask (half or full-face)

Both of these formats are compatible with our half-masks and full-face respirators, ensuring optimum protection and a perfect seal.

Type 1000 cartridges for organic vapours – essential protection in automotive painting

Type 1000 activated carbon cartridges are the most suitable solution for environments exposed to organic solvents.

These organic vapour cartridges effectively filter volatile organic compounds such as:

• car paint solvents

• thinners and cleaners

• varnishes and lacquers

• degreasing products

• industrial solvents

• Ammonia *

• Acids**

The activated carbon in these breathing cartridges works by adsorption, trapping harmful molecules and preventing them from being inhaled. This ensures essential respiratory protection during painting, spraying or varnishing work.

The relevant references are:

Trapezoidal T3 format (extended service life)

• T1000: organic vapour cartridge

• T1010: cartridge for organic vapours and acidic gases

• T0001: ammonia and methylamine cartridge

• T1111: comprehensive protection

The 1000 series models are particularly recommended for car paint shops.

Professional certification and compliance

These filter cartridges for respiratory masks are certified in accordance with the European standard EN 14387:2021 and Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal protective equipment. This certification guarantees their effectiveness and compliance for intensive professional use.

Fully compatible with our other respiratory equipment; not compatible with 3M masks.

Our activated carbon cartridges are designed to work with:

• professional half-mask respirators

• full-face respirators

• pre-filters (2) 

• pre-filter holders (3)

Pre-filters provide additional protection against dust, paint mist and solid particles, thereby extending the service life of the activated carbon cartridges.

Main applications

These cartridges for automotive paint respirators are ideal for:

• professional car paintwork

• application of varnishes and lacquers

• spray painting

• car bodywork

• handling of solvents

• chemical industry

• painting workshops

Optimal respiratory protection for professionals

The use of Type 1000 activated carbon cartridges in respiratory masks guarantees maximum protection against organic vapours, which is essential for safeguarding the health of operators exposed to solvents on a daily basis. Their design ensures effective filtration, comfortable breathing and full compatibility with professional respiratory systems.