Gas Masks & CBRN

CBRN-grade activated carbon for respirator cartridges and collective protection systems must meet stringent penetration tests for chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals. ABEK impregnation adds chemical reactivity against acid gases, organic vapours, and ammonia.

AC 20u00d760 AC 35u00d770 ABEK

How It Works

The process, step by step

ABEK impregnation

Carbon is impregnated with specific reagents: triethylenediamine (TEDA), KI, and other agents that chemically react with toxic gases.

Cartridge filling

Impregnated carbon is filled into cartridge bodies to precise mesh-controlled tolerances. Packing density affects cartridge service life.

Penetration testing

Finished cartridges are tested for breakthrough time against standard challenge agents per EN 14387 and NATO STANAG protocols.

Key Specifications

Mesh Size

20u00d760 to 35u00d780

Extremely tight tolerances u2014 fine mesh maximises packing density and contact time per cartridge volume

Hardness

>99% (ASTM)

Cartridges vibrate in field use. Any fines generation creates voids and shortens service life

ABEK Impregnation

Full ABEK spectrum

A=organic vapours, B=acid gases, E=SOu2082/HF, K=ammonia u2014 broad-spectrum protection

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Grade Selection

Recommended grades for Gas Masks & CBRN

These grades are specifically optimised for this application. Full technical data sheets available on request.

AC 20u00d760 / 30u00d760

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Coconut

Standard CBRN mesh sizes. ABEK impregnated. For standard respirator filter cartridges.

AC 35u00d770 / 35u00d780

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Coconut

Fine mesh for collective protection units. Highest packing density per cartridge volume.

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