--- product_id: 16911870 title: "3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium" brand: "3m" price: "R1428" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "3 M" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16911870-3m-rugged-comfort-half-facepiece-reusable-respirator-6502-niosh-medium store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Silicone comfort seal Cool Flow valve tech NIOSH-approved safety 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium **Brand:** 3m **Price:** R1428 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Gear up with 3M: Comfort and protection that works as hard as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium by 3m - **How much does it cost?** R1428 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16911870-3m-rugged-comfort-half-facepiece-reusable-respirator-6502-niosh-medium) ## Best For - 3m enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 3m brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Customizable Fit:** 4-point adjustable head harness delivers personalized comfort and stability for long shifts. - • **Low-Profile Design:** Half facepiece shape maximizes your field of view and fits seamlessly with welding and grinding gear. - • **Ergonomic Silicone Seal:** Resilient textured silicone face seal offers all-day comfort and a secure fit, even in hot conditions. - • **Advanced Cool Flow Valve:** Innovative valve reduces heat and moisture buildup, preventing fogging on eyewear and shields. - • **Certified Industrial Protection:** NIOSH-approved to reduce airborne contaminants, ensuring workplace safety compliance. ## Overview The 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502 is a NIOSH-approved, medium-sized respirator designed for industrial professionals. Featuring a durable silicone face seal and proprietary Cool Flow valve, it ensures a comfortable, secure fit while reducing heat, moisture, and fogging. Its low-profile design enhances visibility and compatibility with protective gear, making it ideal for welding, sanding, grinding, and more. Reusable and adjustable, this respirator meets the rigorous demands of construction, manufacturing, and heavy industry environments. ## Description 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium | Cool Flow Valve Helps Reduce Heat and Moisture, Silicone Faceseal Provides a Firm Seal, Welding, Sanding, Cleaning, Grinding: desertcart.com: Industrial & Scientific Review: Insulation Mask - I work in attics and crawlspaces and this is definitely a must have. Very durable, reliable, great comfort and fitting Review: Great mask - Comfortable, seals great and doesn’t fog up welding mask or safety glasses because it directs exhaust straight down. Also sits closer to face so safety glasses don’t sit too far away. ## Features - NIOSH-APPROVED: NIOSH, a USA federal government regulatory agency, has tested and approved the 6502 with 3M cartridges, filters or supplied air systems to help reduce inhaling certain airborne contaminants - RESILIENT TEXTURED SILICONE FACESEAL: Helps provide comfort, durability, and stability with a soft but firm seal. Keeps its shape even in hot work conditions - PROPRIETARY COOL FLOW VALVE: Helps reduce heat and moisture. The exhalation valve cover helps direct exhaled breath and moisture downward to reduce fogging of eyewear and grinding and welding shields - LOW PROFILE: Half facepiece design offers a wider field of view and better compatibility with welding and grinding shields - ADJUSTABLE: 4 point head harness assembly offers improved fit and comfort - RECOMMENDED INDUSTRIES: Include construction, general manufacturing, heavy infrastructure, industrial maintenance, mining, oil and gas, transportation, and more - FOR USE WITH BAYONET CONNECTION CARTRIDGES & FILTERS: Use with 3M 6000 Series Gas/Vapor Cartridges to help filter a broad range of gases and vapors and 3M Particle Filters 2000, 2200, 7000, or 5000 Series to filter certain particulates - For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00IF7R8K0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #43,866 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #47 in Reusable Respirators | | Brand | 3M | | Brand Name | 3M | | Closure Type | Strap | | Color | Gray/Teal | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,180 Reviews | | Fit Type | Regular | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00051131494893 | | Import Designation | Made in the USA | | Included Components | 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502/49489, Medium | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.15"D x 3.95"W x 8.05"H | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Type Name | 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502/49489, Cool Flow Valve, Silicone, Welding, Sanding, Cleaning, Grinding, Assembly, Machine Operations, Medium | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | 3M | | Material | polyester/spandex | | Material Features | Recyclable | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 051131494898 | | Product Style | Medium | | Recommended Uses For Product | Sanitation,Welding,Sanding,Grinding | | Reusability | Reusable | | Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) | | Special Feature | Reusable,Strong | | Special Features | Reusable,Strong | | Style Number | 051131494898 | | UPC | 051131494893 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | As Labeled | ## Product Details - **Brand:** 3M - **Color:** Gray/Teal - **Material:** polyester/spandex - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Size:** 1 Count (Pack of 1) ## Images ![3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61feW60WaIL.jpg) ![3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81jdBY+YuIL.jpg) ![3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7182e4-Gn3L.jpg) ![3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zAwpbEe3L.jpg) ![3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Medium - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BWKv51+sL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this come with the filter or do I need to buy separately?** A: Need to buy seperate **Q: Is there an available size chart online? If not, how is a buyer to figure out which size to buy?** A: 3M Rugged comfort half facepiece respirator: The size is adjustable and can fit a large variety of head sizes. It works for both me and my 9 yr old daughter **Q: How does the 6500 compare to the higher priced 7500? i am an emt concerned with wight & comfort, and patients being able to hear me talk.** A: Very similar. The main difference is the 7500 series all silicone. Voice may be muffled, just have to speak up. Call the 3M Techline at 800-243-4630 for any assistance. Thank you. **Q: Does this work as an N95?** A: This mask has different cartridges some for toxic gases and I think this is more than enough and surpasses what the n95 can do it is not disposable the mask is rubber with no requirement for fitting has check valves for positive breathing and needs to be cleaned . ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Insulation Mask *by N***H on May 17, 2024* I work in attics and crawlspaces and this is definitely a must have. Very durable, reliable, great comfort and fitting ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mask *by D***. on September 11, 2023* Comfortable, seals great and doesn’t fog up welding mask or safety glasses because it directs exhaust straight down. Also sits closer to face so safety glasses don’t sit too far away. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works, which outweighs the discomfort *by I***S on September 21, 2020* Ordered during California wildfires when we had orange skies in the Bay Area (welcome to Mars!). It arrived quite fast, and I appreciate that very much. The great stuff: I was wearing the respirator when not in calls, since it muffles the voice a lot. Used a compatible cartridge for organic vapor/acid gas (6003/07047*) and I felt much better: less dizzy, clearer head, less tired. Fits very comfortably. Exhaled air is vented downwards, so this is good for COVID too. The downsides are: strong rubber smell and pressure where neck meets the back of the head. Wearing it leaves a red stripe on the nose bridge, where silicone is rubbing on it, which disappears fast. Nevertheless the benefits of this respirator mask make it a great purchase. ## Frequently Bought Together - 3M Rugged Comfort Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6502, NIOSH, Cool Flow Valve Helps Reduce Heat and Moisture, Silicone Faceseal Provides a Firm Seal, Welding, Sanding, Cleaning, Grinding, Medium - 3M P100 Respirator Cartridge/Filter 60923, 1 Pair, NIOSH Approved, Helps Protect Against Organic Vapors, Acid Gases, and Particulates, Magenta, Yellow - 3M 2091 P100 Particulate Filter, 3 Pairs --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16911870-3m-rugged-comfort-half-facepiece-reusable-respirator-6502-niosh-medium](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16911870-3m-rugged-comfort-half-facepiece-reusable-respirator-6502-niosh-medium) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-20*