3M Gas Filter 6096 A1E1HgP3, protective cartridge for respiratory masks, pack of 2

Replacement gas filter 3M 6096 A1E1HgP3, supplied as a pack of two cartridges, is a combined protective cartridge designed for use with compatible 3M respiratory masks. The cartridge integrates chemical gas and vapour sorbents with a high-efficiency particulate filter, delivering simultaneous protection against a range of organic vapours (A1), inorganic gases and vapours including chlorine and sulfur dioxide (E1), mercury vapour (Hg) and particulates at P3 performance level. The compact twin-pack format ensures spare cartridges are available for continued protection during industrial maintenance, painting, laboratory and emergency response tasks.

Advantages

The combined construction reduces the need to change separate gas and particulate filters, saving time and simplifying inventory. The cartridge is certified to provide P3 particulate filtration efficiency while also containing selective sorbents for organic and inorganic gases and mercury vapour, enabling multifunctional protection in one unit. The pack of two supports scheduled replacement and reduces downtime. The design is compatible with specified 3M bayonet-style half and full face masks and allows straightforward attachment and removal.

Suitable for (tasks / use cases)

• Industrial maintenance where both gas/vapour and fine particulate hazards are present
• Painting, coating and solvent handling operations
• Laboratory work involving organic solvents, chlorine or sulfur dioxide
• Mercury handling and processes with potential mercury vapour exposure
• Emergency response and clean-up operations with mixed chemical and dust hazards

Key specifications

• Filter type: combined gas/vapour sorbent plus particulate filter
• Gas protection classes: organic vapours (A1) and inorganic gases/vapours including chlorine and sulfur dioxide (E1)
• Special vapour protection: mercury vapour (Hg)
• Particulate class: P3 (high efficiency)
• Pack contents: two identical cartridges
• Connection: bayonet-style attachment compatible with specified 3M respirators

How to use

Before use, inspect each cartridge for physical damage or contamination. Fit cartridges to a compatible 3M bayonet-style mask according to the mask user instructions, ensuring a secure, sealed connection. Perform a user seal check of the respirator before entering a contaminated area. Replace cartridges according to workplace exposure assessments, the workplace safety plan, or sooner if breathing becomes difficult, if a change in taste or smell is detected, or if damage occurs. Store unused cartridges in a clean, dry environment away from direct sources of contamination and extremes of temperature until required.

Usage recommendations

Use these cartridges only with compatible respirator facepieces and in accordance with applicable safety standards and workplace procedures. Do not use in atmospheres that are immediately dangerous to life or health unless the respirator and cartridges are certified and authorized for those conditions. Ensure training in respirator selection, fit-testing, inspection and maintenance is provided prior to use.