Powered Respirator Protective Suit (PRPS)
The Respirex Powered Respirator Protective Suit (PRPS) is a one piece gas tight chemical protective suit for use by emergency response personnel after a CBRN incident. Powered respirator and loose-fitting hood provide cooling air over the head and through the suit. The loose-fitting hood design provides protection without the need for a tight-fitting face piece. The Respiratory system comprises of a battery powered 3M Jupiter air filter unit fitted with a visual display unit mounted inside the suit at the base of the visor.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Respirex International Ltd |
| Product Name |
| Powered Respirator Protective Suit (PRPS) |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological |
| Detection Method |
| PPE/Decon |
| Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
| Equipment Type |
| PPE |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Respirex Powered Respirator Protective Suit (PRPS) is a one piece gas tight chemical protective suit for use by emergency response personnel after a CBRN incident. Powered respirator and loose-fitting hood provide cooling air over the head and through the suit. The loose-fitting hood design provides protection without the need for a tight-fitting face piece. The Respiratory system comprises of a battery powered 3M Jupiter air filter unit fitted with a visual display unit mounted inside the suit at the base of the visor. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Northern Ireland Hazardous Area Response Teams |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs. |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; 3M IS Lithium single use non-rechargeable battery pack |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Re-test and re-certify after every use |
| Available Accessories |
| Reusable PVC training suit - PRPS(T), Optional rehydration system and hard-hat |
| Unit Cost |
| $600.00 |
| Decontaminable |
| Yes |
| Gloves |
| Dual glove system comprising Neoprene outer gloves bonded to inner Silver Shield laminate gloves |
| Zipper |
| Heavy duty gas tight zip fitted across the chest enclosed by double external storm flaps with hook and loop fastener |
| Lens Finish |
| Anti-fog |
| Suit Levels |
| B |
| Live Agent Tested |
| Yes |
| Material |
| DuPont™ Tychem® TK |
| Multi-Layered |
| No |
| Number of Eyepieces |
| 1 - Semi-rigid laminated visor |
| Operating Time |
| 1 hour |
| Outer Shell Tear Resistant |
| Yes |
| Sizes |
| 6 |
| Standards Met |
| EN464:1994, EN943-2:2002 Type 1b-ET, NATO Triptych. |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| The suit should be used once the nature of the potential hazard has been established by a process of detection, identification and monitoring; Highly chemically resistant Hazmax™ safety boots permanently attached to suit.Yes, Can be re-used following gas-tight re-test and re-certification. |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Yes - Video |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes, Limited |
