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Originally posted by davidwaples@attbi.com I don't know if they call them "two stage" or not. But what you want is one that has a cotton outer filter and a charcoal second stage. The charcoal is what removes the toxic fumes. The cotton gets the particles. I don't know where you live, but if you're in the States you can get one at Sears for $36. Good luck Dave [/quote thank u i wouldnt want to turn my brain into jello Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Monday, March 3, 2003 8:30 PM Be aware that cartridge type respirators are only as good as the cartridge that is installed. There is no such thing as a one type fits all when it comes to filters. You must use the proper cartridge that will specificly filter out the particles you are exposed too. A Organic Vapors cartridge should take care of any paint or glue fumes.They don't last forever either. They will become saturated over time. This depends on frequency of use, respiration rate, humidity and the amount of vapors in a confined space. With that in mind, have fun and be safe. Darren Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 8:20 AM thanks. how can u tell if it is saturated? Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 6:53 PM Good question, Sorry that I left that part out. With the mask on and no leaks around your face ( A good seal in other words) you will notice that you can smell the vapors your trying to filter out. If you are wearing the mask properly, you should never smell any outside odors. Darren Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 4, 2003 7:53 PM thanks Reply Edit nzgunnie Member since February 2003 From: New Zealand Posted by nzgunnie on Sunday, March 9, 2003 12:02 AM It is important to keep the organic vapour cartridge sealed in a bag when not in use, otherwise the charcoal will go on soaking up vapours all the time, and quickly become saturated. Reply Keyworth Member since January 2003 From: NE Georgia Posted by Keyworth on Sunday, March 9, 2003 1:01 AM You can find several styles of respirator at your local hardware store with appropriate replacement filter cartridges as well. Talk to the guys in the paint dept. They can steer you to the best quality/most cost-effective design. "There's no problem that can't be solved with a suitable application of high explosives" Reply Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, March 9, 2003 3:20 PM gay ok thanks Reply Edit Anonymous Member since November 2005 Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, March 9, 2003 3:22 PM my stupid brother put the gay, sorry. Reply Edit JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Our community is FREE to join. To participate you must either login or register for an account. Login Register SEARCH FORUMS FREE NEWSLETTER SIGN UP By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy. FORUMS PRODUCT REVIEWS READER GALLERY HOW TO VIDEOS SHOP ABOUT US FREE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER SIGN UP By signing up you may also receive reader surveys and occasional special offers. We do not sell, rent or trade our email lists. View our Privacy Policy. More great sites from Kalmbach Media Terms Of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright Policy