This system offers respiratory protection against certain acid gases, organic vapors and particulates, and allows freedom of movement for approximately eight hours of continuous use
A full 3M PAPR assembly utilizing the 3M GVP-1 is a complete Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) system that should be comprised of a 3M Belt-Mounted PAPR blower, appropriate filters, cartridges or canisters, NiCd rechargeable battery pack, breathing tube and either a loose-fitting or tight-fitting respiratory headgear.