Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Power Air Respirator
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Average Rating:
3.9
(20 customer reviews)
$59.99
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1) Submitted by
Randy L., from Libertyville, IA
on 5/5/2013
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Wow! I'm amazed at just how good this product is. A friend recommended it and because I was tired of the discomfort of wearing paper masks I thought I'd give it a try. I have asthma and finish sanding has always caused asthmatic issues. I'm very pleased with the filtering and the supply of fresh, cool air regarless of how close I get to the work. I wear eyeglasses but didn't experience any interference from the mask. My lenses are smaller and rectangular shaped, so that may be why I didn't experience any interference problems. I don't have any negative comments for this product (other than it went on sale about a week after my purchase). I wish I had bought one a long time ago.
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2) Submitted by
Ernie Z., from Elmira, NY
on 2/26/2013
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If your lung health is important to you or your family, this set-up is one of the BEST you will ever find for the money, especially if you have inhalation problems already. The powered fan helps take all that effort of bringing in the air - away, and provides you nice - clean air to breathe. I've had mine for several years now and is still working GREAT!!!
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3) Submitted by
Donald G. Smith, from Nokomis, FL.
on 4/14/2012
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Recieved Yesterday. Sanded all afternoon today. Comfortable-Nofogged glasses-Not one sneeze.Tried many others- The one I've been looking for.
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4) Submitted by
Rickie Kindt, from Ossineke, MI
on 9/6/2010
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This product has made an incredible difference in my being able to breath while working in my wood shop. I have COPD and it's very difficult to breath through an N95 mask which is best for catching fine dust particles. The only thing that could make it better is a slightly more powerful fan motor. Still, I am very satisfied with this product. Thank you Rockler.
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5) Submitted by
Pamela Harwood, from Cumberland, ME
on 5/7/2010
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As a fiber sorter who wears glasses, I was having trouble keeping all the dirt and dust out of my lungs and preventing my glasses from fogging while wearing medical masks. A friend recommended I try your respirator. It has been fantastic!! Even sorting on hot humid days, my glasses remain clear and I breathe easier than with the masks. Best of all, no bronchitis since I started using the respirator.
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6) Submitted by
Phil, from THousand Oaks, CA
on 3/10/2010
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This product is literally a life saver! I was recently diagnosed with COPD and though I might have to give up woodturning. Couldn’t stand my respirator so I started looking into the fancy powered helmet system for $400 or more. Then I found this one. Got it yesterday and used it for about two hour last night. What a pleasure to work with. Cool breezing feeding me air. There are valid complaints from people who wear eyeglasses. But I was able to find a comfortable compromise so I could wear mine. I can’t stress enough the importance of protecting your lungs. I am sure I have lost 10 year of my life from decades of not wearing a mask. But at least I have stopped the damage and may start some healing, possibly get a few of those years back.
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7) Submitted by
Curt Thorne, from Nashville, TN
on 11/8/2009
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It is fabulous. My problem is significant allergy to some wood dust. The positive air flow makes it bearable to wear the mask all day. Many prior product trials always ended with the mask set aside, inhalation of offensive dust, and days of misery from respiratory problems.
I want to do some work on the most, adding padding to help fit to my face- and therefore enhance comfort. Even so, non-stop wearing for hours without condensation on glasses or inside the mask is priceless.
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8) Submitted by
Ken Lane, from Worcester, MA
on 11/6/2009
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Just received the unit and tried it right away and being a COPD patient it worked real good so im back in business making things for the campground and friends.
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9) Submitted by
R. J. Reschak, from St Louis, MO
on 9/30/2009
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Works great! The positive airflow from the fan makes breathing much easier. With disposable paper masks re-breathing the exhaled air made it very difficult for me to catch my breath. I would be panting after a few minutes of wearing a paper mask. Not a problem with the Rocker mask.
Also, the Rockler powered mask does not fog my glasses with warm moist exhaled air, as leaks around the paper masks did. The Rockler mask seals much tighter to my face. Plus, the positive pressure & cool air from the fan makes any leaks (if there are any) of no concern.
Wish I had bought one sooner.
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10) Submitted by
Dan Lejeune, from Phoenixville, PA
on 6/30/2009
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The answer to my dreams. I love it. It fits great and allows me to work on projects for an extended period of time. I like it so much that I plan to buy one for my son for his birthday, who also has a large home wood working shop.
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11) Submitted by
Roger, from Lansing, MI
on 1/28/2008
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Having lung problems, this has allowed me to extend my woodworking time compared to use of disposable masks. The mask is comfortable and the two speed fan is a desireable feature. I look forward to many hours of enjoyable woodworking as a result of this power air resporator.
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12) Submitted by
John Gray, from Effingham, IL
on 8/3/2008
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Item did not fit my face right, to small, and I couldn't wear my glasses with it on. So I returned it for a refund. This is the 1st item I've ever returned to Rockler for a refund, their products and service has been excellent before.
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13) Submitted by
Robert Gemmill, from Millsboro, DE
on 3/11/2007
I purchased my mask from the catalog and could not be happier.I have lung problem which using a dust mask while sanding is a must. This mask is many steps up from the regular paper masks. It is very comfortable and the tight fit to your face doesnt let dust get.
The air flow is wonderful. Leave it up to Rockler to have all the right stuff. Thank you Rockler
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14) Submitted by
Craig Parker, from Holley, NY
on 8/9/2008
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I have used this on a limited basis so far. It works very well. No more fogged up glasses and it is much easier to breath with the positive air flow as opposed to using a regular dust mask. It is also quite comfortable. The only downside, as has been mentioned in another review, it is pricey!
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15) Submitted by
Darrell Thomas, from Harrisburg, NC
on 1/22/2009
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I never could get the mask to fit my face right, couldn't get a proper air seal. I am returning it for a refund with no problem from Rockler, will continue to purchase Rockler products in the future.
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16) Submitted by
Tim Mensch, from Boulder, CO
on 9/22/2009
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Sorry, but for me this respirator was a major disappointment. I have a beard and wear glasses; the beard prevents most passive respirators from working, but this one is a complete fail with my glasses. Even without my glasses it hurts my nose. I'm stuck with a really old one I picked up that has a full face shield--it's falling apart, but at least it doesn't hurt as much.
If you have glasses, or a large face, stay away from this. Unfortunately I didn't discover how painful it was until long after the return period passed.
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17) Submitted by
SA Wood, from Newark, DE
on 11/3/2009
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Could not work for me as the face mask is strictly designed for those who don't wear glasses. I tried it on and it crushed my glasses to my face. I was really encouraged in the beginning by the reviews. Sorry to say, but I will now have to the route to the expensive full face sheild and powered air pack.
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18) Submitted by
Jim, from Sandwich, IL
on 3/1/2011
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We have a small wood cutting operation. The operators have benefited greatly using this product. They are cooler and inhale considerably less dust than with the traditional respirator.
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19) Submitted by
Andy Alden, from Blacksburg, VA
on 1/3/2013
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I bought this because whenever I wear eye protection with a respirator my glasses fog. Although this mask did not totally solve the problem it has helped a lot. I've found that I can wear goggles meant for use with a half mask respirator and it works out pretty well. I do have issues with leakage around the nose but the air also tends to clear my goggles. Suggested improvements: an added metal clasp band across the nose that could be used to provide a better fit! a better color (who though baby blue was best for a device primarily purchased by men)! a better quality battery holder (the contact springs are weak).
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20) Submitted by
Federico Rodriguez, from Burlington, KY
on 11/10/2006
This mask is really a god sent for the occasional user. It is so comfortable, and the air stream so pleasant on my nose, that I forget to take it off when I finish. The cartridge might be good for some applications, but in general, if working with wood or dry-wall, the cloth pre-filters are enough to do the job and can be reused after cleaning them with a good vacuum cleaner. The batteries work for close to 4 hours, which is acceptable. I think it is a little expensive, but I would still pay the price for the benefits.
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