N95 and Elastomeric Respirators for Healthcare Facilities
Respirators for hospitals, surgery centers, dental practices, laboratories and long-term care facilities. NIOSH-approved N95 filtering facepiece respirators, half-mask and full-facepiece reusable elastomeric respirators from 3M, Moldex and Honeywell. Cup, flat-fold and duckbill N95 formats plus surgical N95s cleared for fluid resistance, and reusable facepieces in small through large. Tight-fitting respirators for fit-tested staff under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134. Case quantities for infection prevention. Wholesale case pricing for procurement.
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Respirators for Healthcare Respiratory Programs
Respirators filter airborne particulates for staff working around airborne-isolation, aerosol-generating and laboratory hazards. This page covers the tight-fitting respirators worn on the face - disposable N95 filtering facepiece respirators and reusable elastomeric half- and full-facepiece respirators. All are NIOSH-approved and require fit testing before use. Powered air-purifying respirators are covered in a separate section.
Respirator Types Stocked
- N95 filtering facepiece respirators - Single-use filtering facepieces in cup, flat-fold and duckbill shapes, in the 3M, Moldex and Honeywell lines. Stocked in multiple sizes and shapes to support a facility fit-test roster.
- Surgical N95 respirators - N95 respirators additionally cleared for fluid resistance for use during procedures, combining particulate filtration with splash protection.
- Half-mask elastomeric respirators - Reusable rubber or silicone half facepieces that seal over the nose and mouth and accept replaceable filters or cartridges. 3M, Moldex and Honeywell lines are stocked in small, medium and large.
- Full-facepiece elastomeric respirators - Reusable facepieces that also cover the eyes, for higher-hazard or splash tasks. 3M and Honeywell lines are stocked.
- Sizing and accessory kits - Multi-size N95 packs and elastomeric facepieces with head strap and valve spares to support fit testing and reuse.
Respirator Formats Compared
| Respirator | Format | Reuse | Representative Lines |
|---|---|---|---|
| N95 filtering facepiece | Cup, flat-fold, duckbill | Single-use / limited reuse | 3M, Moldex, Honeywell |
| Surgical N95 | Fluid-resistant facepiece | Single-use | 3M, Moldex |
| Half-mask elastomeric | Reusable half facepiece | Reusable, replace media | 3M, Moldex, Honeywell |
| Full-facepiece elastomeric | Reusable full facepiece | Reusable, replace media | 3M, Honeywell |
Fit and NIOSH Approval
N95 and elastomeric respirators are tight-fitting respirators, which means they seal to the face and require fit testing before first use and on the schedule set in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134. Because face shapes differ, facilities stock several N95 models and sizes so each fit-tested worker can wear a model that passes. Elastomeric facepieces are stocked in small, medium and large. These are descriptive product and regulatory notes; the facility runs its own fit-test program and assigns models accordingly.
N95s are the highest-volume respirator a healthcare facility consumes, and supply continuity across the specific models staff are fit tested to is what keeps a respiratory protection program operational. Consolidating N95 and elastomeric stock on one wholesale account holds model consistency for fit-tested staff and steadies case pricing for infection prevention and materials management. Order at the best Wholesale Prices with MAP Medical.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a standard N95 and a surgical N95?
A standard N95 filters at least 95 percent of airborne particulates and is NIOSH-approved as a respirator. A surgical N95 meets the same NIOSH filtration requirement and is additionally cleared by the FDA for fluid resistance, so it adds splash protection for use during procedures. Facilities stock surgical N95s where both airborne filtration and fluid protection are needed, and standard N95s for airborne protection alone.
What N95 shapes and sizes are stocked?
N95 filtering facepiece respirators are stocked in cup, flat-fold and duckbill shapes across the 3M, Moldex and Honeywell lines, in the sizes each line offers. Because respirator fit varies by face shape, facilities keep several models so each fit-tested worker has a passing option. Contact the team for the current model and size list by brand.
What is the difference between disposable and elastomeric respirators?
A disposable N95 is a filtering facepiece discarded when soiled, damaged or after limited reuse. An elastomeric respirator has a reusable rubber or silicone facepiece with replaceable filters or cartridges, so only the media is replaced and the facepiece is cleaned and reused. Elastomerics reduce disposable demand and are stocked in half-mask and full-facepiece formats in small, medium and large.
Can hospitals order N95 and elastomeric respirators in bulk?
Yes. N95 filtering facepiece respirators, surgical N95s and elastomeric respirators are stocked in case and pallet quantities for hospitals, surgery centers, dental practices, laboratories and licensed distributors. Standing order programs are available for the high-velocity N95 models staff are fit tested to. Contact the procurement team for tiered case pricing and standing order setup.
What respirators should be in a facility formulary?
A respirator formulary typically covers two or three N95 models and sizes spanning the facility fit-test roster, a surgical N95 for procedural use, an elastomeric half-mask option in small, medium and large with matched cartridges, and a full-facepiece option for higher-hazard tasks. MAP Medical builds consolidated respirator packages matched to facility type and fit-test coverage - contact the team for an assessment.