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title: "Respiratory masks and dust masks | uvex safety"
url: "https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection"
description: "Quality from uvex | Respiratory masks in protection classes FFP1 / FFP2 / FFP3 > High protection against aerosols, dust, mist, smoke and other hazardous substances"
date: 2016-10-28
modified: 2025-10-29
locale: en_GB
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# Respiratory masks and dust masks | uvex safety
 
Respiratory protection
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Breathe easy: whether you need an FFP1, FFP2 or FFP3 mask, with or without a valve, reusable or single-use – **uvex has the right respiratory protection for you**. Different requirements apply depending on the working environment; concentrations of airborne pollutants can vary from high to low. Inhaling these substances can damage the respiratory tract and ultimately the entire body. That’s why you need respiratory protection from uvex. Put on your mask – and breathe easy!
[Choice of respirator](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/choice-of-respirator)
[Eyewear face mask combination](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/combination-of-eyewear-and-face-mask)
[Proper use (fit-test)](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/proper-use-fit-test)
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uvex silv-Air 5200 premium FFP2 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5200-premium-ffp2-flat-fold-mask-8735200/ "uvex silv-Air 5200 premium FFP2 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5320+ premium FFP3 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5320-premium-ffp3-flat-fold-mask-8735321/ "uvex silv-Air 5320+ premium FFP3 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5100 premium FFP1 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5100-premium-ffp1-flat-fold-mask-8735100/ "uvex silv-Air 5100 premium FFP1 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5100+ premium FFP1 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5100-premium-ffp1-flat-fold-mask-8735101/ "uvex silv-Air 5100+ premium FFP1 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5110 premium FFP1 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5110-premium-ffp1-flat-fold-mask-8735110/ "uvex silv-Air 5110 premium FFP1 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5200+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5200-premium-ffp2-flat-fold-mask-8735201/ "uvex silv-Air 5200+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5210 premium FFP2 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5210-premium-ffp2-flat-fold-mask-8735210/ "uvex silv-Air 5210 premium FFP2 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5110+ premium FFP1 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5110-premium-ffp1-flat-fold-mask-8735111/ "uvex silv-Air 5110+ premium FFP1 flat-fold mask")
FFP3 respiratory protection preformed mask uvex silv-Air c 2310 planet
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/ffp3-respiratory-protection-preformed-mask-uvex-silv-air-c-2310-planet-8762313/ "FFP3 respiratory protection preformed mask uvex silv-Air c 2310 planet")
uvex silv-Air c 2320 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-c-2320-ffp3-preformed-mask-8762320/ "uvex silv-Air c 2320 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air c 2322 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-c-2322-ffp3-preformed-mask-8762322/ "uvex silv-Air c 2322 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air 5210+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5210-premium-ffp2-flat-fold-mask-8735211/ "uvex silv-Air 5210+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5220+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5220-premium-ffp2-flat-fold-mask-8735221/ "uvex silv-Air 5220+ premium FFP2 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5310 premium FFP3 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5310-premium-ffp3-flat-fold-mask-8735310/ "uvex silv-Air 5310 premium FFP3 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air 5310+ premium FFP3 flat-fold mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-5310-premium-ffp3-flat-fold-mask-8735311/ "uvex silv-Air 5310+ premium FFP3 flat-fold mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7233 FFP2 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7233-ffp2-preformed-mask-8787233/ "uvex silv-Air e 7233 FFP2 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7333 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7333-ffp3-preformed-mask-8787333/ "uvex silv-Air e 7333 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7330 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7330-ffp3-preformed-mask-8787330/ "uvex silv-Air e 7330 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7232 FFP2 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7232-ffp2-preformed-mask-8787232/ "uvex silv-Air e 7232 FFP2 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7317 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7317-ffp3-preformed-mask-8787317/ "uvex silv-Air e 7317 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7312 FFP3 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7312-ffp3-preformed-mask-8787312/ "uvex silv-Air e 7312 FFP3 preformed mask")
uvex silv-Air e 7212 FFP2 preformed mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-e-7212-ffp2-preformed-mask-8787212/ "uvex silv-Air e 7212 FFP2 preformed mask")
FFP3 flat-fold mask uvex silv-Air p 8313
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/ffp3-flat-fold-mask-uvex-silv-air-p-8313-8788313/ "FFP3 flat-fold mask uvex silv-Air p 8313")
uvex silv-Air c 3100 FFP1 folding mask
[](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/respiratory-protection/uvex-silv-air-c-3100-ffp1-folding-mask-8763100/ "uvex silv-Air c 3100 FFP1 folding mask")
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Respirators from uvex
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Inhaling harmful substances can cause damage to your respiratory system and your body as a whole. Often, these usually irreversible consequences are detected much later on, which is why protection against respiratory toxins and hazardous substances is particularly important in the workplace.
What is respiratory protection and when are respirators used?
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Respiratory protection refers to items of personal protective equipment (PPE) that are used **to protect against respiratory toxins and hazardous substances** and that are particularly relevant to **occupational safety**. In respiratory protection, there is a distinction between **filtering and insulating devices**: If the pollutant load is known and a minimum of 17 vol% oxygen is present in the ambient air, **filtering devices**, i.e. **respirators** are sufficient. These devices filter the pollutants from the ambient air before it is inhaled. In the case of higher loads and lower oxygen levels in the air, **insulating devices** such as self-contained breathing apparatus or airline breathing apparatus should be used. These devices supply the wearer with extra oxygen and insulate them from the ambient air.
What types of respirators are available?
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As part of your personal protective equipment (PPE), uvex respirators can reliably filter particles and droplets from the air and comply with the European standard DIN EN 149. uvex's particle-filtering protective masks are divided into three basic protection classes based on their differences in filtering capacity:
1. **FFP1 masks** filters out at least **80 percent** of particles from the ambient air.
2. **FFP2 masks** can filter out **94 Prozent** of particles.
3. **FFP3 masks** have a filtering potential of **99 Prozent**.
The higher the filtering capacity required, the more **filter layers** that are used in the production of the mask or the higher the grammage that is used in the filter layers. The different filter layers determine the shape retention, tear resistance, natural filtration and look and feel of the mask. As protective masks create increased breathing resistance over time, uvex has developed special **high-performance masks** These masks keep breathing resistance as low as possible and improve the climate under the mask.
uvex protective masks also vary in shape: The **preformed or cup-style masks** are particularly sturdy and can also be worn for long periods of time. **Flat-fold masks** , on the other hand, are easy to store and are suitable for travel. They have found their way into the daily lives of many people, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic. Both types of respirator are available from uvex with or without an **exhalation valve**.
Our respirators are particle-filtering **half-masks or fine dust masks** with a filter system designed to protect the wearer against solid or liquid particles and dust when placed over the mouth and nose. Full masks protect the whole face and are recommended for protection against harmful substances that also attack the skin.
Which respirators provide protection against which hazardous substances?
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uvex respirators provide protection against **aerosols, fine dust, solid particles in smoke and liquid particles that act as a transmission medium for viruses and bacteria**. Gases and vapours are not covered by uvex masks. Some masks feature an **exhalation valve**, which releases used air into the surrounding environment and closes again during inhalation. This prevents heat and moisture from accumulating underneath the mask and reduces breathing resistance. uvex respirators in all three protection classes (FFP1, FFP2 and FFP3) comply with the European standard **EN 149:2001+A1:2009**.
- **uvex FFP1 masks**: Purchase an FFP1 mask for tasks involving **non-toxic and non-fibrogenic dusts**. In most cases, this type of harmful substance causes a strong smell and temporary irritation of the respiratory tract. These masks protect against a pollution load of up to **four times the prescribed occupational exposure limit**. uvex FFP1 masks are used in the **agricultural** and **food industries**.
- **uvex FFP2 masks**: Purchase an FFP2 mask for protection against **dust, smoke, aerosols and fibrogenic particles** (liquid and solid), or for tasks in the medical field involving working with people. These fibrogenic particles can cause long-term damage to the lungs and temporary irritation of the respiratory system. uvex FFP2 masks can withstand a maximum load of **ten times** the occupational exposure limit. FFP2 masks are used in the **metalworking industry** and in **mining**.
- **uvex FFP3 masks**: Purchase an FFP3 mask if **you are exposed to toxic and harmful aerosols, dust and smoke**. uvex FFP3 masks are also essential for protection against **carcinogenic or radioactive substances, bacteria, viruses and fungal spores. But please note:** Our masks do not protect against radioactivity in general, only against solid radioactive particles. These masks also protect you from loads that are **30 times** the applicable occupational exposure limit. One application example is in the **chemical industry**.
[On this page](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/safety-standards/respiratory-protection/ffp-protection-classes) you can find out more about the importance of FFP protection classes. For a detailed list of some of the key harmful substances that uvex masks protect against, see our [Respiratory protection guide](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.com/Media/catalogues_and_brochures/de/AtemschutzGUIDE_DE_9_21.pdf?1639493757). We also encourage you to check out our [FAQs on respirators](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/faq/faq-personal-protective-equipment).
What should I consider when purchasing respirators?
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**1. Determine your needs**
Have experts carry out a **risk assessment** of your work environment and its pollutants before purchasing protective masks. This clarifies the likeliness of a health hazard, which hazards are present, how significant they are and how long they take to develop. You should always **consult experts** and determine the **legal requirements** in your professional field before purchasing protective masks. Assessing the hazard situation will also establish whether **further PPE items** such as [safety gloves](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/safety-gloves) or [eye protection](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/products/safety-glasses) are required.
**2. Find the right respirator for you**
As mentioned above, the **types of hazardous substances** and **level of exposure** determine which level of protection is appropriate. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our expert advisors, who will be on hand to assist you. It is important that you select the type of uvex mask **carefully**.
**3. Make sure that you know how to put on a respirator correctly**
uvex respirators are **only** effective if they are **applied to the face correctly and securely**. This requires extra **training** to be organised by the employer. Read the **instructions for use** and the **packaging information** to find out how to put on the mask correctly, as it is crucial that the mask fits on the face securely in order for it to provide effective protection. Place the mask on your chin and then place it over your mouth and nose. Adjust the headbands individually and press the nose bridge down firmly. Always make sure that the mask is secure, but do not overtighten the straps. Please also check out our [How-to videos on putting on uvex protective masks](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VZjYh4AGog&list=PL4dAl3yl2bXUTc44HKYqqbg18gfvJAyYg "How to videos from uvex safety | respirators") from our YouTube channel.
If you have a **beard and/or sideburns** or have deep **scars**, you must work with the relevant safety officer to find a **custom solution** to ensure that your respirator fits you securely. Our **wide range** means that we have options for a variety of face shapes. If you **wear glasses,** we recommend a mask with a valve to prevent the lenses from fogging up.
**4. Wear your mask for the correct amount of time**
**Disposable respirators** are designed to be worn for a single working day lasting up to **eight hours**. If you are working with toxic substances or working with viruses, bacteria or carcinogenic substances, change the respirator each time you take it off. These **non-reusable masks** are marked with "NR" for "not reusable", and the **reusable masks** are marked with "R" for "reusable".
What is it that makes uvex respirators so special?
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Due to the large number of filter layers, **breathing resistance** builds up in respirators, which can make breathing difficult. The higher the demands placed on the filter performance of the dust mask, the higher the breathing resistance. To address this situation and increase wearer comfort, uvex has developed **high-performance masks** that enable low breathing resistance and improved air conditions when wearing the mask. An additional special feature of uvex masks is an inhalation valve and a considerably enlarged filter surface. This type of mask is primarily concerned with self-protection. We offer masks both with or without a valve.
uvex — your contact for respirators
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If you would like to buy protective masks, check out our extensive range. You can also get in touch with our expert advisors to find the perfect uvex mask for your profession. Contact us via our [contact form](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/uvex-safety-group/how-to-contact-us/contact-form), by phone (+49 (0) 800 66 44 893) or by email (). We will be happy to help.
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### Respiratory protection guide
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