FM51™
The FM51 is designed specifically for combat vehicle operators by enabling vehicle respiratory and communications system integration.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Avon Protection Systems, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| FM51™ |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Method |
| PPE/Decon |
| Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
| Equipment Type |
| PPE |
| Product Synopsis |
| The FM51 is designed specifically for combat vehicle operators by enabling vehicle respiratory and communications system integration. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: FM51.pdf; |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Communications Interface |
| Integrated Electronic Communications Port allows for direct connection to the vehicle’s radio system though low profile communications lead. |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years; when stored in original packaging |
| Unit Cost |
| $1,300.00 |
| Decontaminable |
| Yes |
| Eyepiece Composition |
| Flexible polyurethane |
| Live Agent Tested |
| Yes |
| Mask Composition |
| Chlorobutyl/Silicone Rubber Blend |
| NATO Triptych Compliant |
| Yes |
| NIOSH Approved |
| Yes |
| Number of Canisters |
| 2 |
| Number of Eyepieces |
| 1 |
| Sizes |
| 3 |
| Standards Met |
| MIL-SPEC PR EA-M-10034, NIOSH CBRN APR. |
| Weight |
| 1.9 lbs. (860 g) including twin filters |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| > 36 hour blister/nerve agent resistance |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
| U.S. EAR Compliant |
| Yes |