FM12
Tried and Trusted Worldwide
FM12
Tried and Trusted Worldwide
The FM12 mask, initially developed for NATO operations, has already become the most widely adopted respirator across the world by numerous military and law enforcement organizations.
Initially developed for NATO operations and as one of the most widely adopted respirators globally, the FM12's unique blend of features makes it the ideal solution for those responding to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction, as well as for the full range of military operations.
Its low profile is ideally suited to tactical situations where sighting of weapons or integration with other equipment is required. The lightweight face piece of the CBRN FM12 is designed to provide a high level of wearer comfort combined with very low breathing resistance.
Suitable for:
- First Responders
- Military
- Special Forces
Initially developed for NATO operations and as one of the most widely adopted respirators globally, the FM12's unique blend of features makes it the ideal solution for those responding to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction, as well as for the full range of military operations.
Its low profile is ideally suited to tactical situations where sighting of weapons or integration with other equipment is required. The lightweight face piece of the CBRN FM12 is designed to provide a high level of wearer comfort combined with very low breathing resistance.
Features and Benefits
Comfort Harness
- 6 Buckle Fit
- Excellent Seal
- Quick donning and doffing
Hydration
- High flow fail safe drinking device
- Connection to hydration systems
Filtration
- Side mounted filter mount
- Left or right mounting for tactical specialists
- 40mm standard NATO thread
Communications
- Speech Horn for clear direct communication
- Secondary Speech Transmitter (SST) to connect communications equipment
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Requirement | FM12 performance |
|---|---|---|
|
NIOSH Smartman RLAT system agent performance - HD |
Permeation less than 3 mg-min/m3 |
Permeation less than 0.1 mg-min/m3 |
|
NIOSH Smartman RLAT system agent performance - GB |
Permeation less than 1.05 mg-min/m3 |
Permeation less than 0.07 mg-min/m3 |
|
Laboratory protection factor performance (sodium chloride) |
Greater than 2,000 |
Greater than 10,000 |
|
Re-breathed CO2 |
Less than 1% |
0.76% |
|
Inhalation resistance at 85 l/min (with CBRNF12 canister) |
Less than 65 mm WG |
Less than 55 mm WG |
|
Weight of canister |
Less than 500 gram |
Approx 340 gram |
|
Total weight mask and canister |
N/A |
Approx 790 gram |
|
Field of view (NIOSH Visual Field Score) |
Greater than 90 |
94 |
Type-examination approval: PPE Regulation 2016/425/EU - Module B: Certificate CE 684844
Resources and Downloads
Accessory Data Sheets
Filter Data Sheets
Product Literature
Technical Documents
Accessories
Complimentary to the Mask Carrier and provides additional storage of antidotes and first aid equipment. Designed with MOLLE attachment, it offers multiple mounting options and flexible storage options.
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