R95

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English R95

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R95

  1. A filtration type that efficiently filters out 95% of airborne particulates of 0.3 microns (μm) (and all larger particles) and is somewhat resistant to oil.
  2. A filter implementing the R95 standard.

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Etymology[edit]

From Initialism of Resistant to oil particles with 95% filtration efficiency in NIOSH air filtration ratings.

Noun[edit]

R95 (countable and uncountable, plural R95s)

  1. R95; Ellipsis of NIOSH R95.
    1. (uncountable) R95 standard
    2. (countable) R95 filter

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  • N95 (non-oil-resistant filter standard)
  • P95 (oil-proof filter standard)