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product_id: 1775496
title: "3M Respirator Cartridge 6003, 1 Pair, Helps Protect Against Organic Vapors or Acid Gases"
brand: "3m"
price: "R653"
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reviews_count: 13
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# Swept-back design for wider view Bayonet twist-on/off quick change NIOSH-certified multi-gas protection 3M Respirator Cartridge 6003, 1 Pair, Helps Protect Against Organic Vapors or Acid Gases

**Brand:** 3m
**Price:** R653
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛡️ Stay ahead of hazards with 3M’s ultimate multi-gas shield—because safety never goes out of style.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3M Respirator Cartridge 6003, 1 Pair, Helps Protect Against Organic Vapors or Acid Gases by 3m
- **How much does it cost?** R653 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Enhanced Field of Vision:** Swept-back profile maximizes your peripheral view for safer, more comfortable wear.
- • **Versatile Industrial Use:** Perfect for assembly, chemical handling, painting, and pesticide application—adaptable to your demanding workflow.
- • **Certified Multi-Gas Defense:** NIOSH-approved to shield against organic vapors, acid gases, and more—your frontline in hazardous environments.
- • **Effortless Bayonet Connection:** Quick twist-on/off design ensures seamless cartridge swaps without downtime.
- • **Compatible with Leading 3M Masks:** Works flawlessly with 3M 6000, 7000, FF-400 series, and Scott AV-3000 facepieces for trusted protection.

## Overview

The 3M 6003 Respirator Cartridge offers NIOSH-approved protection against a broad spectrum of organic vapors and acid gases. Designed with a swept-back profile for enhanced visibility and comfort, it features a bayonet-style twist-on/off connection compatible with multiple 3M half and full facepieces. Ideal for industrial applications like chemical handling, painting, and pesticide use, this cartridge ensures reliable, quick-change defense in demanding environments.

## Description

6003 Respirator Cartridge for Certain Organic Vapors Acid Gases

Review: Very good cartridge - I've used these 3M 6006 cartridges for many years at the plant where I worked and at home for spraying. They work as advertised when used in the appropriate 3M mask. Remember to visually check and pressure test that the inhalation and exhale valves are working properly in your mask. Without them, the cartridge doesn't help much. Repair parts are available from desertcart.
Review: Particulate filtering is NOT N95 Compliant. - This filter does what 3M says it will do. It protects you from particulates and gases. The Seller questions section asks if this filter is N95 compliant. The seller mentions that he thinks the filter protects you against particulates. This filter -in and of itself- does not protect to the level of N95. I am guessing the seller never opened one of these because it would break the seal. Inside is the 3M fact sheet which advises you must add the 5N11 filter to achieve N95 level of protection. This info is also available on the 3M website. The picture shows the parts needed to protect to the level of N95. If you want only N95 particulate protection you don't need this filter. The 3 parts in the picture will get you that. Substitute this filter for part 603 if you want additional protection from gases. Add goggles and you have protection at the street demonstration from tear and other irritant gases. If you start to smell the gas is the time to replace it. This seems like a very good price for that level of protection.

## Features

- NIOSH approved for protection against certain organic vapors, acid gases, chlorine, hydrogen chloride, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, or hydrogen fluoride
- USE WITH 3M Half and Full Face Pieces 6000, 7000 and FF-400 Series with a bayonet-style filter/cartridge connection or 3M Scott AV-3000 HT and AV-3000 SureSeal facepieces with 3M Scott AV-632 Bayonet Adapter
- SWEPT BACK DESIGN allows an enhanced field of view and increased comfort
- VARIETY OF USES: When properly fitted, use in a variety of applications including assembly and mechanical, batch-charging, change-overs, chemical dispensing, clean-up, cleaning, handling, painting, parts cleaning, pesticide application, powder, and seal coating
- EASY TWIST ON AND OFF: Bayonet connection twist on and off easily for quick assembly and disassembly with many 3M half and full facepiece designs.
- For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005YSRW0E |
| Best Sellers Rank | #84,324 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #90 in Respirator Cartridges & Filters |
| Date First Available | November 9, 2004 |
| Department | Safety |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 3.53 ounces |
| Item model number | 6003/0747 |
| Manufacturer | 3M |
| National Stock Number | 4240-01-342-2859 |
| Product Dimensions | 8 x 5 x 5 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** 3M
- **Color:** Yellow
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Model Name:** 6003
- **Size:** 4"L x 8"W x 2"H

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Model, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will these work with 3m rugged comfort half facepiece reusable respirator 6502/49489**
A: FOR USE WITH	6000,7000 Series Half, Full Facepiece Respirators, FF-400 Series

**Q: have you found goggles that work well with this mask? I have and like this mask, but am having trouble getting my various goggles to fit snug. thanks!**
A: Get the full face mask, "3M Full Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6700, Respiratory Protection" that should fit your needs.

**Q: Are these particle filters as well as vapor?**
A: These are filled with charcoal and are only good for vapors.  You will need the P-95 filters that go with this mask.  Search for: 3M 5p71 P95 Particulate Filter, Use with 501 Filter Retainer, Box/10 To hold them on you will need: 3M Respirator Filter Retainer 501, 2EA Set.  I would get the 6001 organic vapor filter.  They are good for 30 days or 10 hours of use once you open them.  If you have any other questions let me know, I teach this at work.  For just particles the P100 is good.  If you want a vapor and particulate combination search for: 3M Multi Gas Vapor Cartridge, Filter 60926, P100 Respiratory Protection.  It depends on what you want to protect yourself from.  Make sure your mask fits.  To do a quick self test where the filters go block off both sides with your hand and breath in gently.  If the mask pulls up tight with no air leaking you are good.  Then blow out holding you hand over the check valve in front, the mask should want to pull away.

**Q: Does this mask protect against vapors of hydrochloric and/or nitric acid?**
A: I needed a mask that filters gasoline vapors. I contacted the 3m customer helpline, they advised this filter for my mask. It worked so well I did not smell or sense the fumes in any manner. I recommend you call 3m customer helpline to receive appropriate advise.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good cartridge
*by G***N on May 30, 2024*

I've used these 3M 6006 cartridges for many years at the plant where I worked and at home for spraying. They work as advertised when used in the appropriate 3M mask. Remember to visually check and pressure test that the inhalation and exhale valves are working properly in your mask. Without them, the cartridge doesn't help much. Repair parts are available from Amazon.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Particulate filtering is NOT N95 Compliant.
*by K***E on March 14, 2021*

This filter does what 3M says it will do. It protects you from particulates and gases. The Seller questions section asks if this filter is N95 compliant. The seller mentions that he thinks the filter protects you against particulates. This filter -in and of itself- does not protect to the level of N95. I am guessing the seller never opened one of these because it would break the seal. Inside is the 3M fact sheet which advises you must add the 5N11 filter to achieve N95 level of protection. This info is also available on the 3M website. The picture shows the parts needed to protect to the level of N95. If you want only N95 particulate protection you don't need this filter. The 3 parts in the picture will get you that. Substitute this filter for part 603 if you want additional protection from gases. Add goggles and you have protection at the street demonstration from tear and other irritant gases. If you start to smell the gas is the time to replace it. This seems like a very good price for that level of protection.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for clear coats and solvents
*by F***. on June 14, 2024*

I purchased this filter along with the pre filter to use in applying solvent based 2k clear coats over airbrush work on motorcycle tanks and helmets. Work very well.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-09*