Respiratory – Filters & Cartridges The HP/P95 Filter can be found in half and full facepiece respirators. The filters are interchangeable. This is beneficial and economic as you don’t have to keep many different accessories and parts on hand. Filters are important to breathing safety and comfort, since it is what prevents intrusion of contaminating particles from entering your lungs. The AM/MA Cartridge works in 3M half and full facepiece respirators. The cartridges are also interchangeable. They are long lasting and don’t need replacing so often. Cartridges and filters are integral parts of respirators and the AM/Ma Cartridges allow a facility to standardize its equipment, so there is no need to stock a large variety of components for proper breathing tools. Workers can also use an organic vapor cartridge with the P100 Particulate Filter. North offers an extensive line of gas and vapor cartridges and particulate filters to satisfy numerous industrial applications. These cartridges and filters are approved with all North air-purifying half masks and full facepiece respirators. Air-Purifying Respirators with cartridges provide respiratory protection against gases and vapors by using sorbents to purify the inhaled air. Cartridges without filters do not remove dust, fibers, and other particles. All you need is one line of cartridges along with filters to keep in stock. Filters and cartridges are a necessity because they prevent workers from encountering potentially dangerous particulates. We, at Calolympic, offer the best in facepieces, filters, and cartridges. Many of our filters, cartridges, and masks are interchangeable, so it is economical, and you will get the best breathing protection. Call if you have questions, and let our staff help you out. (800) 421-6630.