Gas & vapor cartridge 3M 6038 P3 filtration 80 pcs

3M™ Bayonet Particulate Filters 6038 provide CE‑approved protection against a wide range of dusts, mists and other particulates. Designed with a bayonet-style connection, these filters fit 3M™ reusable respirators and offer low breathing resistance and a slim, swept-back profile to help preserve the wearer’s field of vision. The filters include P3 R level protection for solid and liquid particles and protection against hydrogen fluoride up to 30 ppm (or up to 10 × OEL). They also offer additional reduction of nuisance-level organic vapours and acid gases below occupational exposure limits and are supplied in a hard plastic case for use in demanding environments.

Advantages

The 3M 6038 filters feature Advanced Electret Media (AEM) that provides a large filtration surface area—approximately 1.8× larger than 3M Particulate Filter 2000 Series—potentially extending service life in some applications. Their bayonet connection allows a quick quarter‑turn installation and compatibility with a wide range of 3M reusable half and full facepieces. The rigid case is spark resistant and helps protect the filter media in harsh or high‑heat workplaces, while the filter design maintains low breathing resistance and balanced ergonomics when worn.

Suitable for

• Industrial environments with dusts and mists
• Workplaces requiring P3 R protection against solid and liquid particles
• Situations with potential hydrogen fluoride exposure up to 30 ppm (or up to 10 × OEL)
• Tasks with occasional nuisance-level organic vapours or acid gases below OEL
• Applications needing durable, spark‑resistant filter casings

Key specifications

• Model: 3M 6038
• Filtration class: P3 R (solid and liquid particles)
• Hydrogen fluoride: up to 30 ppm (or up to 10 × OEL)
• Connection: 3M bayonet quarter‑turn
• Media: Advanced Electret Media (AEM); ~1.8× surface area vs. 2000 Series
• Compatibility: 3M reusable half masks (6000, 6500QL, 7500 Series*) and full face masks (6000 Series)
• Case: hard plastic, spark resistant
• Colour: grey
• Pack quantity: 80 pieces per pack (as provided)

How to use

Inspect the filter and respirator before each use. Align the bayonet fitting on the 3M 6038 filter with the bayonet connection on a compatible 3M reusable facepiece, push in and rotate a quarter turn until secure. Perform a user seal check after assembly to confirm a proper fit. Replace the filter when breathing resistance increases, the filter is damaged, contaminated, or after the service life indicated by your workplace procedures. Use only with CE‑approved 3M reusable facepieces and follow employer and local regulations for respiratory protection.

Recommendations

Use the 3M 6038 filters for workplace/occupational applications only. They are designed to protect against particulates and specific gas exposures as stated; do not use in atmospheres that are immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) or where concentrations of gases or vapours are unknown. Store filters in a clean, dry place and keep them in their protective case until use to minimise contamination.