tk1976 Posted November 14, 2018 Share #1 Posted November 14, 2018 Hey yall, I recently got a M17 gas mask and I wanted to know, do the cheek filters contain any asbestos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
103OVI Posted November 14, 2018 Share #2 Posted November 14, 2018 From my previous research, the M13 series of filters contain no asbestos. The M13 and M13A1 filters are relatively hard to find in good condition, so most sellers are offering the later M13A2 filters. Be mindful though, as the M13A2 contains hexavalent chromium, a known carcinogen. It was added to stop cyanide gas, but was removed from modern filters because of the risk of leaking. Pragmatically, the M13A2 filters are considered safe by the government as long as they have no leaks, and further testing from the Department of Defense have shown that the level of hex chrome inside is so small that even if the filter was cut open in the mask, it would take years of exposure to cause any significant risk. While I have no authority to tell you that you can wear them, they are generally considered safe. Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk1976 Posted November 14, 2018 Author Share #3 Posted November 14, 2018 Alright, I guess one could assume that the later series probably wont have any. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one50 Posted November 15, 2018 Share #4 Posted November 15, 2018 Great info 103OVI thanks for sharing. I learn something new everyday on this forum. TK1976 A quick way to tell your filters apart M13 has a black ring M13A1 has a gold ring M13A2 has a green ring TK1976 are you asking because you want to use the mask? There are much better masks out there for personal use than the M17 If it's for display..ehhh...any filter is fine. If for a living display...remove the filter? Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tk1976 Posted November 15, 2018 Author Share #5 Posted November 15, 2018 Great info 103OVI thanks for sharing. I learn something new everyday on this forum. TK1976 A quick way to tell your filters apart M13 has a black ring M13A1 has a gold ring M13A2 has a green ring TK1976 are you asking because you want to use the mask? There are much better masks out there for personal use than the M17 If it's for display..ehhh...any filter is fine. If for a living display...remove the filter? Dan No, I just have the M17 and dont plan on using it for actual protection. Im just curious in case I want to wear it for every once and a while and I think it still has the original filters. I just want to make sure Im not breathing in anything dangerous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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