Document ID (ISN) | 72332 |
CIS number |
99-166 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0002-8894 - American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal |
Year |
1998 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Barrett L.W., Rousseau A.D. |
Title |
Aerosol loading performance of electret filter media |
Bibliographic information |
Aug. 1998, Vol.59, No.8, p.532-539. Illus. 17 ref. |
Abstract |
Various types of flat sheet electret filter media were compared with mechanical filer media (fibre glass) using aerosol filtration tests designed for particulate respirators. Results revealed significant differences in filtration performance and loading behaviour among the various media. Respirators can be designed using electret filter media without sacrificing low pressure drop, light weight or user comfort. Topics: aerosols; collection efficiency; comparative study; electrostatic particulate filters; evaluation of equipment; filtration efficiency; respirable dust. |
Descriptors (primary) |
filtration efficiency; electrostatic particulate filters; aerosols |
Descriptors (secondary) |
evaluation of equipment; comparative study; collection efficiency; respirable dust |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | USA |
Subject(s) |
Dust, aerosols and related diseases
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Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
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Browse category(ies) |
Respiratory protection
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