The powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) X-plore 8000 offers a number of user friendly standard and specialised carrying systems for standard and decontamination applications. Dräger has also developed a wide range of tight- and loose-fitting headgear such as half and full-face masks, short and long hoods and helmets with visor and protective visor. Standard and enhanced flexibility hoses are available and compatibility is ensured. Modular components: A wide range of components for every application.

• Heavy-duty design with rubber protectors and high ingress protection (IP 65) against dust and water jets from any direction
• Protected air intake openings ensure that sparks or water coming from the front will not be sucked into the filter
• Advanced carrying system ensures optimal distribution of the weight; tight and stable connection between the belt and the unit through a special adaptor plate
• Headpieces are designed for optimal airflow and maximum comfort to avoid unpleasant eye irritation
• Unit recognises connected headgear and automatically selects the correct minimum flow rate
• An optical sensor prevents use without the filter and supports the right display of the saturation of the particle filter at any time; filter system features plug-and-go exchange
• Hose connector features a 360° click adaptor
• System features uniform colour codes on all exchangeable elements and an error-proof hose connector
• Maintenance-free and easy to clean

Adjustable in three levels: Half and full-face mask: 115, 130 or 145 L/min; hoods, helmets and visors: 170, 190 or 210 L/min
Battery technology: Lithium-ions 12.6 V/3.4 Ah (standard battery); 12.6 V/6.8 Ah (high capacity battery)
Operating time: Standard battery life: 4 hours (at 210 L/min and P3 filter), high capacity battery: 8 hours (at 210 L/min and P3 filter)
Weight: ~1400 g (Dräger X-plore® 8500 incl. standard battery and splash guard lid)
Alarm system: Optical alarm (operating display), acoustical alarm (≥80 dB(A) at 1 m), vibration alarm
Belt length: Adjustable between 700 mm and 1400 mm (standard and decontamination version), belt extension 350 mm (standard and decontamination version).

Ingress protection: IP 65 (dust-tight and resistant to water jets from all sides); EN 12941 with Dräger X-plore® 8000 hoods, helmets and visors; EN 12942 with Dräger X-plore® 4740/6000 half and full-face masks incl. Dräger FPS® 7000 full-face mask.