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An unvalved N95 filters the air you breathe in and out, so it protects the wearer and contains the wearer’s exhaled breath. That makes it the required choice for source control and sterile areas, and it’s usually cheaper. Common examples include the 3M 8210, Moldex 2200N95, Gerson 1730, and SAS…

The 3M 8210 is the industry-standard N95 — the mask most people picture when they hear “N95.” It uses a lightweight molded cup, soft nose foam, and an adjustable M-noseclip with two braided straps for a secure seal. With no exhalation valve it protects the wearer and filters exhaled air, and it’s…