Description
3M™ 6099 A2B2E2K2HgP3 + Formaldehyde Gas, Vapour and Particulate Filter
The 3M™ 6099 Combination Filter is a high-capacity gas, vapour and particulate filter designed for use with compatible 3M™ bayonet-style reusable respirators. Rated A2B2E2K2HgP3 + Formaldehyde, it provides protection against certain organic vapours with boiling points above 65°C, inorganic gases and vapours, acid gases, ammonia and methylamine, mercury vapour, formaldehyde, and particulates. Its low-profile swept-back design helps optimise field of view while maintaining comfort during demanding industrial applications.
Key Features
- ✅ A2B2E2K2HgP3 + Formaldehyde combination protection
- ✅ Protects against certain organic vapours, inorganic gases, acid gases, ammonia, methylamine, mercury vapour and formaldehyde
- ✅ Integrated P3 particulate filtration
- ✅ 3M™ bayonet connection for quick and secure attachment
- ✅ Swept-back low-profile design for improved visibility
- ✅ High-performance activated carbon filtration media
- ✅ Lightweight construction with low breathing resistance
- ✅ Suitable for hazardous industrial environments
Benefits
- 🛡️ Broad-spectrum respiratory protection from multiple airborne hazards
- 👁️ Enhanced field of vision compared with bulkier filter designs
- ⚙️ Fast installation with quarter-turn bayonet connection
- 🔄 Designed for use with reusable 3M™ respirator systems
- 🏭 Suitable for chemical processing, laboratories, manufacturing and maintenance operations
- 💨 Combines gas, vapour and particulate protection in a single filter
Specifications
| Brand | 3M™ |
| Model | 6099 |
| Product Type | Gas, Vapour and Particulate Combination Filter |
| Filter Rating | A2B2E2K2HgP3 + Formaldehyde |
| Connection Type | Bayonet |
| Primary Material | Activated Carbon, Fibreglass Filter Media, Polystyrene Housing |
| Colour | Grey/White with ABEKHgP3 colour coding |
| Protection Against | Organic Vapours (>65°C boiling point), Inorganic Vapours, Acid Gases, Ammonia, Methylamine, Mercury Vapour, Formaldehyde and Particulates |
| Formaldehyde Protection | Up to 10 ppm |
| Compatible Respirators | 3M™ Full Facepiece 6000 Series and compatible 3M™ Bayonet Full Face Respirators |
| Standard | EN 14387:2004 + A1:2008 / A1:2017 (product listings and regional versions) |
| Certification | CE Marked |
| Individual Pack | 1 Pair per Pack |
| Units per Carton | 2 Packs per Carton |
How to Use
- Inspect the filter and respirator before use.
- Align the filter bayonet connection with the respirator connection points.
- Twist the filter one-quarter turn until locked securely into place.
- Fit one matching filter on each side of the respirator where required.
- Perform a user seal check according to respirator instructions.
- Replace filters when service life is reached or according to workplace respiratory protection procedures.
⚠️ Mercury vapour protection has a maximum service-life limitation specified by 3M; filters must be replaced according to applicable respiratory protection procedures and manufacturer guidance.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Excellent all-in-one protection for chemical handling tasks. Easy to fit and comfortable during long shifts.” — Johan S.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Reliable filtration in our laboratory environment and great visibility when worn.” — Megan S.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The broad gas and particulate coverage simplifies our PPE inventory.” — Pieter S.
FAQs
What does A2B2E2K2HgP3 mean? It identifies protection against certain organic vapours, inorganic gases and vapours, acid gases, ammonia and methylamine, mercury vapour, and P3-level particulate hazards.
Does this filter provide formaldehyde protection? Yes. The 6099 filter includes formaldehyde protection and is rated for formaldehyde concentrations up to 10 ppm.
How does the filter connect? It uses the 3M™ bayonet connection system with a simple quarter-turn locking mechanism.
Can it be used for particulate hazards? Yes. The integrated P3 filter provides high-efficiency particulate protection against solid and liquid particles.
What industries commonly use this filter? Chemical processing, laboratories, manufacturing, maintenance, heavy industry, waste management and other workplaces with mixed airborne hazards.
Can it be used with any respirator? No. It is designed for compatible 3M™ bayonet-style reusable respirators and is specifically listed for use with 3M™ full facepiece respirators.
Is it suitable for isocyanate paint spraying? No. 3M technical guidance specifies that this filter is not intended for spraying isocyanate-based paints.
Industries & Applications
- 🧪 Chemical processing
- 🔬 Laboratories
- 🏭 Manufacturing facilities
- ⚙️ Industrial maintenance
- 🚢 Marine and shipyard operations
- ♻️ Waste management
- 🛢️ Oil and gas applications
- 🧰 Decontamination and hazardous material handling
Compliance & Certifications
- ✅ EN 14387 Gas and Combined Filter classification
- ✅ CE Marked
- ✅ Regional compliance listings include AS/NZS 1716:2012 where supplied into applicable markets
Choose the 3M™ 6099 filter when broad-spectrum protection against multiple gases, vapours and particulates is required. Its combination protection capability, bayonet attachment system and low-profile design make it a trusted solution for demanding professional environments.
