CleanSpace WORK HEPA Particulate Filter β 3-Pack, NIOSH (CS3022WORK)
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Editorial assessment by the WC Safety Editorial Team, based on published CleanSpace specifications and NIOSH filter classes. We did not laboratory-test this product.
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CleanSpace WORK HEPA Particulate Filter Overview
The CleanSpace WORK HEPA Particulate Filter (CS3022WORK) is a NIOSH-approved HEPA filter with greater than 99.97% particulate efficiency, sold three to a pack with an ABS filter cover. It is designed for the CleanSpace WORK powered air-purifying respirator and captures dust, mists, and fumes.
As the CleanSpace CS3022WORK, this CleanSpace WORK PAPR filter is a HEPA PAPR filter. It is a NIOSH HEPA particulate filter and a CleanSpace WORK power unit filter for particulate hazards.
It is a particulate filter only, so it does not protect against gases or vapors. Use it on the CleanSpace WORK powered respirator, confirm the filter suits your unit, and learn the systems in best PAPR respirator systems. Browse the range in PAPR filters.
What This Filter Is For
| Use case | Fit | Buyer guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Dust, mists, and fumes | Purpose-built | HEPA captures 99.97% of particles. |
| CleanSpace WORK PAPR | Purpose-built | Designed for the WORK power unit. |
| Lower breathing effort | Strong | Powered air pushes through the filter. |
| Gases or vapors | Not suitable | Particulate only; add gas media. |
| Other CleanSpace units | Check part | CS2, ULTRA, EX use different filters. |
A filter is only part of a respirator, and it only removes what it is rated for. This HEPA captures particulate, but it does not protect against gases or vapors, and the powered unit does not add oxygen. A powered air-purifying respirator cannot be used in an oxygen-deficient or IDLH atmosphere; those require a supplied-air respirator or a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Use the filter only on the CleanSpace WORK power unit with a fit-tested mask or headtop, a medical clearance, and a change schedule, all within an OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 respiratory-protection program. Confirm this WORK filter fits your specific CleanSpace unit, since the CS2, ULTRA, and EX use different filters, and change it when the unit signals reduced airflow. Learn more in best PAPR respirator systems and best PAPR hoods and headtops.
Pros & Cons
- NIOSH HEPA: over 99.97% of particles
- Designed for the CleanSpace WORK PAPR
- ABS filter cover; 3-pack for stock
- Powered air reduces breathing effort
- Captures dust, mist, and metal fume
- Particulate only; no gas or vapor
- WORK unit only; confirm other models
- No protection without the power unit
- Powered units load filters faster
How It Compares
The WORK HEPA is a powered-unit particulate filter. Weigh it against nearby choices:
| Option | Protection | System | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| CleanSpace WORK HEPA (this page) | HEPA particulate | CleanSpace WORK PAPR | Dust, mist, fume on the WORK unit |
| CleanSpace CS2/EX P3 filter | P3 particulate | CS2, ULTRA, EX | Those CleanSpace power units |
| Combination cartridge | Gas + particulate | Compatible respirator | Vapor plus particulate |
Choose the WORK HEPA for particulate on the WORK unit, a matching P3 filter for a CS2, ULTRA, or EX, or a combination cartridge where gas is present. See best PAPR respirator systems, best PAPR hoods and headtops, and browse powered air-purifying respirators.
Specifications
| Brand / Part | CleanSpace WORK HEPA (CS3022WORK) |
| Class | NIOSH HEPA particulate (over 99.97%), particulate only |
| Designed for | CleanSpace WORK power unit (CS3001WORK) |
| Cover / pack | ABS filter cover; 3 filters per pack |
| Not for | Gases or vapors; other CleanSpace units without confirmation |
| Standard reference | Use within OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 (fit test + program required) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CleanSpace WORK HEPA filter?
It is a NIOSH-approved HEPA particulate filter with greater than 99.97% efficiency, supplied three to a pack with an ABS cover. It is designed for the CleanSpace WORK powered air-purifying respirator and captures dust, mists, and fumes.
Which respirator does it fit?
It is designed for the CleanSpace WORK power unit (CS3001WORK). CleanSpace makes different filters for its other power units, such as the CS2, ULTRA, and EX, so confirm on the datasheet that this WORK filter fits your specific CleanSpace respirator.
Does it protect against gases or vapors?
No. It is a particulate-only HEPA filter. It does not protect against organic vapor, acid gas, or other gases; for gas or vapor hazards you need a combination cartridge or a different respirator matched to your hazard.
Is it NIOSH-approved?
Yes, it is NIOSH-approved as a HEPA particulate filter for the CleanSpace WORK system. NIOSH approval applies to the complete respirator assembly, so use it only with the CleanSpace components listed on its approval.
How many filters are in the pack?
This is a 3-pack of the WORK HEPA filter, each with an ABS filter cover. Keep spare filters on hand so you can change one on your program's schedule or when breathing resistance rises.
What does HEPA mean here?
HEPA means high-efficiency particulate air filtration, capturing at least 99.97% of airborne particles. It is equivalent to the top particulate class and handles fine dust, mists, and fumes, but it does not filter gases.
When should I replace the filter?
Replace it when the CleanSpace unit signals reduced airflow or higher resistance, on your program's schedule, or if the filter is damaged, wet, or clogged. A powered unit works the filter harder, so track its service life.
Can the filter protect me on its own?
No. A filter is only part of a respirator. You need the CleanSpace WORK power unit and a compatible mask or headtop, plus a fit test, medical clearance, and use within an OSHA 1910.134 program. The filter does nothing alone.
Is a PAPR better than a negative-pressure respirator?
A powered air-purifying respirator blows filtered air to the facepiece, which reduces breathing effort and can raise the assigned protection factor depending on the headtop. It still relies on the correct filter for the hazard and a proper seal or hood fit.
Is it good for welding or metal fume?
A HEPA filter captures welding and metal fume particulate, which is why powered units are popular for that work. But welding can also release gases and can lower oxygen in a confined space, so assess the full hazard and add gas media or supplied air where needed.
Does the WORK filter fit the CleanSpace EX or CS2?
Not necessarily. The WORK filter is designed for the WORK power unit, and CleanSpace sells separate STANDARD and Hi-Capacity P3 filters for the CS2, ULTRA, and EX. Confirm the exact filter part number for your unit before ordering.
How do I store the filters?
Keep unused filters sealed in their packaging in a clean, dry place, and do not use a filter past its shelf life. Once a filter is fitted and used it begins to load, so note when you put it into service.
Written by Steven Eaton, WC Safety Editorial. Specifications sourced from CleanSpace published data and NIOSH filter classes. Compare the range in PAPR filters.
WC Safety is an independent PPE retailer; no paid placement. A filter protects only on the matched power unit within a respiratory-protection program, and only against the particulate it is rated for; use supplied air where the atmosphere is unsafe to filter.
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