Clemco Apollo 600 Supplied-Air Blast Respirator, NIOSH Type CE, APF 1000
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Clemco Apollo 600 Supplied-Air Blast Respirator Overview
The Clemco Apollo 600 supplied-air blast respirator is a NIOSH Type CE continuous-flow supplied-air respirator for abrasive blasting. It is a blast helmet with a heavy-duty cape that protects the head, neck, and shoulders from rebounding abrasive, carries ANSI Z89.1 Class G hard hat approval, has a 180-degree panoramic window, and provides an OSHA assigned protection factor of 1000.
As the Clemco Apollo 600, this Apollo 600 blast helmet is a professional Type CE blast respirator. As a Clemco sandblasting respirator, this Apollo 600 supplied air respirator supplies clean Grade D air from a remote source rather than filtering the work air, so it needs a compressed-air supply, an air-control valve, and a breathing hose.
Plan for Grade D air, oil-free and free of carbon monoxide, at about 15 cfm with the ACV or 20 cfm with a Clem-Cool valve. Compare the Bullard 88VX blast respirator and the general-purpose Allegro supplied-air systems, and browse it in respiratory protection and hard hats.
What This Respirator Is Built For
| Use case | Fit | Buyer guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Abrasive blasting | Purpose-built | Type CE helmet and cape; APF 1000. |
| Head, neck, and shoulder protection | Strong | Heavy cape plus Class G hard hat shell. |
| Wide view at the nozzle | Strong | 180-degree panoramic window. |
| Clean-air source on site | Required | Needs Grade D air, valve, and hose (separate). |
| Oxygen-poor or emergency air | Not suitable | Continuous flow; not for emergency atmospheres. |
A supplied-air respirator only protects when the air source and setup are right. The Apollo 600 does not filter the work atmosphere; it supplies clean Grade D air from a remote source, so the compressed air must meet CGA G-7.1, be oil-free and free of carbon monoxide, and a breathing-air carbon monoxide monitor on the source is strongly recommended. It is a continuous-flow Type CE respirator, so it is not for IDLH or oxygen-deficient atmospheres, which require a pressure-demand supplied-air respirator with an auxiliary escape bottle or a self-contained SCBA. Provide the required air volume and pressure for your valve, keep the compressor intake in clean air, verify airflow before use, replace worn window lenses, and run the system within a written program under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134. Learn more in our OSHA carbon monoxide monitoring guide and the respiratory protection complete guide.
Pros & Cons
- NIOSH Type CE blast respirator; APF 1000
- Heavy cape protects head, neck, and shoulders
- ANSI Z89.1 Class G hard hat shell
- 180-degree panoramic window; spacious interior
- HP or LP configurations for your air source
- Needs a Grade D air source, valve, and hose
- Air source must be monitored for carbon monoxide
- Continuous flow; not for emergency atmospheres
- Does not filter; supplies air from a remote source
How It Compares
The Apollo 600 is a Type CE blast respirator. Weigh it against related supplied-air options:
| Option | Type | APF | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemco Apollo 600 (this page) | Type CE blast helmet | 1000 | Abrasive blasting |
| Bullard 88VX | Blast respirator | Blast rated | Alternative blast helmet |
| Allegro supplied-air systems | Airline mask/hood | Config-dependent | General supplied-air work |
Choose the Apollo 600 for abrasive blasting with head and cape protection, the Bullard 88VX as an alternative blast helmet, or the Allegro supplied-air systems for general airline work. See our OSHA carbon monoxide monitoring guide, the best industrial CO monitor guide, and the OSHA 1910.134 respiratory protection guide.
Specifications
| Brand | Clemco |
| Model | Apollo 600 supplied-air blast respirator (HP or LP) |
| Approval / APF | NIOSH Type CE continuous-flow; ANSI Z89.1 Class G; OSHA APF 1000 |
| Air supply | Grade D (CGA G-7.1), oil-free, CO-free; ~15 cfm (ACV) or 20 cfm (Clem-Cool/CAT/CCT) |
| Design | Blast helmet + heavy cape; 180Β° window; web suspension head sizes 6.5-8 |
| Requires | Compressed-air source, air-control valve, breathing hose, CO monitor (sold separately) |
Related Guides
OSHA carbon monoxide monitoring, best industrial CO monitor, carbon monoxide exposure symptoms, OSHA 1910.134 respiratory protection, respiratory protection complete guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Clemco Apollo 600 supplied-air blast respirator?
It is a NIOSH Type CE continuous-flow supplied-air respirator for abrasive blasting. It is a blast helmet with a heavy-duty cape that protects the head, neck, and shoulders from rebounding abrasive, and it supplies clean breathing air from a remote source.
What assigned protection factor does it have?
The Apollo 600 provides an OSHA assigned protection factor of 1000 for hazardous substances when used correctly as a Type CE supplied-air respirator within a compliant program. That is the high end for abrasive-blasting respiratory protection.
Is it NIOSH approved?
Yes. The Apollo 600 is NIOSH-approved as a Type CE continuous-flow supplied-air respirator, and the helmet also carries ANSI Z89.1 Class G hard hat approval. Use it only within its NIOSH approval and a written respiratory protection program.
What air source does it need?
It needs a source of Grade D breathing air per CGA G-7.1, oil-free and free of carbon monoxide, delivered through a breathing hose and an air-control valve. Plan for about 15 cfm with the ACV, or 20 cfm with a Clem-Cool, CAT, or CCT valve, at the specified pressure.
Does it filter the air?
No. A supplied-air respirator does not filter the work atmosphere; it supplies clean Grade D air from a remote source. The air quality depends entirely on the source, so the compressor and filtration must deliver breathable air and be monitored.
Do I need a carbon monoxide monitor?
Yes, it is strongly recommended. Because the breathing air comes from a compressed-air source, carbon monoxide at the source would reach the worker. Use a breathing-air carbon monoxide monitor and keep the compressor intake in clean air.
What is the Clem-Cool valve?
The Clem-Cool air-control device tempers and controls the breathing air for comfort. The Apollo 600 is offered in configurations with an air-control valve such as the ACV or Clem-Cool; confirm the exact valve and hose in the package you order.
Can I use it in an oxygen-poor or emergency atmosphere?
No. It is a continuous-flow supplied-air respirator, not for oxygen-poor or immediately dangerous atmospheres. Those require a pressure-demand supplied-air respirator with escape or a self-contained air-tank apparatus, and you must confirm the environment first.
What does the cape and window offer?
The heavy-duty cape protects the head, neck, and shoulders from rebounding abrasive, and the 180-degree panoramic window gives a wide view. The helmet also acts as a Class G hard hat, so it combines respiratory, head, face, and impact protection.
What head sizes does it fit?
The adjustable web suspension fits head sizes from about 6.5 to 8. Adjust the suspension for a secure fit, and confirm the high-pressure or low-pressure configuration matches your air source before use.
Do I need a written respiratory program?
Yes. Supplied-air respirators are used within a written respiratory protection program under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, including training, medical evaluation, air-quality checks, and maintenance. Follow the Clemco manual for assembly, use, and inspection.
How do I maintain it?
Inspect the helmet, cape, window, valves, hose, and fittings before each use, verify airflow, keep the air source clean and monitored for carbon monoxide, and replace worn window lenses and parts per the Clemco schedule. Follow the Clemco manual for details.
Written by Steven Eaton, WC Safety Editorial. Specifications sourced from Clemco published data. Compare the range in respiratory protection.
WC Safety is an independent PPE retailer; no paid placement. Use respirators only within a compliant program and follow the Clemco manual, NIOSH approval, and OSHA requirements.
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