{"product_id":"honeywell-pa701hed-papr-starter-kit","title":"Honeywell PA701HED PAPR Starter Kit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-rich\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"editorial-callout\" style=\"border-left:3px solid #e55;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 20px;background:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWC Safety Editorial Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Honeywell PA701HED gives you a complete, ready-to-use PAPR system in one box — blower, HEPA filter, battery, charger, and breathing tube — making it the fastest path to PAPR deployment for facilities equipping workers for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Honeywell PA701HED PAPR Starter Kit is engineered for facilities that need a complete powered air-purifying respirator solution without the complexity of sourcing components separately. Unlike the decon-focused PA700 kit, the PA701HED includes a HEPA filter pre-installed on the blower, making it ready for particulate-only environments (construction dust, pharmaceutical powder, pharmaceutical manufacturing) straight out of the box. The HED designation refers to the inclusion of HEPA filtration as the baseline hazard protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PA701 blower motor delivers the same 170 L\/min minimum airflow as the PA700 platform, ensuring positive-pressure protection within compatible headtops. Belt mounting keeps the motor off the worker's face and chest, reducing heat load and fatigue during extended wear. The rechargeable battery provides a full 8-hour shift on a single charge, and the kit's charger is compatible with standard North American 120V outlets for easy overnight charging between shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProcurement teams should note that the PA701HED is part of Honeywell's modular North respiratory platform — the same battery and charger work across multiple PA-series blower units, reducing spare-parts inventory when you deploy multiple PAPR systems. For chemical or multi-hazard environments requiring OV, acid gas, or combination protection, you can replace the HEPA filter with the appropriate cartridge assembly. Face-pieces must be purchased separately — Honeywell North half-face and full-face respirators are the recommended pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete starter kit: blower, HEPA filter, battery, charger, and breathing tube included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e170 L\/min minimum airflow — exceeds NIOSH 115 L\/min minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEPA filtration included (99.97% efficiency at 0.3 microns)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNIOSH-approved belt-worn PAPR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8+ hour battery life on a single charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Honeywell North half-face and full-face respirators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular design: upgrade or replace filters and batteries independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:8px;text-align:left;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170 L\/min minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHEPA (99.97% at 0.3 microns)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproval\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNIOSH-approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8+ hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlower, HEPA filter, battery, charger, breathing tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Face-Pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneywell North half-face and full-face series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:24px;flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:200px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Pros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEverything included — no separate filter sourcing needed for particulate environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEPA pre-installed — immediate use for dust, biological, and fine-particulate hazards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular platform — shares batteries and accessories with other North PAPR units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-hour battery — covers a full standard shift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:200px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✗ Cons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace-piece sold separately — requires a compatible North respirator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHEPA only — chemical vapor protection requires purchasing OV\/AG cartridges separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Compatible PAPR Equipment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/powered-air-purifying-respirators\"\u003eAll Powered Air Purifying Respirators\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/papr-respirator-filters\"\u003ePAPR Replacement Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/papr-cartridges\"\u003ePAPR Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/full-face-respirators\"\u003eFull-Face Respirators\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/half-face-respirators\"\u003eHalf-Face Respirators\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-versaflo-tr-600-eck-economy-papr-starter-kit\"\u003e3M Versaflo TR-600-ECK Economy PAPR Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-versaflo-tr-300-hik-heavy-industry-papr-kit\"\u003e3M Versaflo TR-300-HIK Heavy Industry PAPR Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-versaflo-bt-30-breathing-tube-papr-assemblies\"\u003e3M Versaflo BT-30 Breathing Tube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-versaflo-m-407-papr-helmet-assembly-tr-300-tr-600\"\u003e3M Versaflo M-407 PAPR Helmet Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-versaflo-tr-6710n-high-efficiency-papr-filter-single-for-tr-600-tr-800-series\"\u003e3M Versaflo TR-6710N HE PAPR Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegro-ez-air-max-papr-9936\"\u003eAllegro EZ Air Max PAPR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allegro-9935-dlxe-ez-air-deluxe-papr\"\u003eAllegro 9935-DLXE EZ Air Deluxe PAPR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sundstrom-sr-500-520-papr-kit\"\u003eSundstrom SR 500\/520 PAPR Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rpb-z-link-respirator-px5-papr\"\u003eRPB Z-Link Respirator with PX5 PAPR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-powerflow-6800pf-papr-respirator\"\u003e3M Powerflow 6800PF PAPR Respirator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat does 'HED' mean in the Honeywell PA701HED designation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHED stands for HEPA Efficiency Dome — indicating this kit includes a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter assembly as part of the starter configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eDoes the PA701HED come with a face-piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The starter kit includes the blower, HEPA filter, battery, charger, and breathing tube, but a compatible North series face-piece must be purchased separately based on fit and hazard requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the PA700 and PA701HED?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PA700 Decon Kit focuses on the decontamination assembly (PA101M) for contaminated environments, while the PA701HED includes a HEPA filter and all standard accessories for immediate particulate protection. The PA701HED is more suitable for first-time PAPR deployment without specialized decon workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eIs the HEPA filter in the PA701HED replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The HEPA filter and other cartridge types are available separately. When the HEPA filter becomes fully loaded (airflow drops below minimum or alarm triggers), replace it promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eCan the PA701HED battery be used in other Honeywell North PAPR units?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Honeywell's North PA-series PAPR platform shares a common battery and charger across multiple units, allowing facilities with multiple PAPR systems to standardize on one battery type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat environments is the PA701HED designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PA701HED is suitable for environments with fine particulates: construction dust, pharmaceutical manufacturing, metal grinding, asbestos abatement (with appropriate APF), and biological aerosol hazards. For chemical vapors, add an OV or acid gas cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow do I know when to replace the HEPA filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the HEPA filter when the audible\/visual low-flow alarm activates, when breathing resistance increases noticeably (if using a tight-fitting face-piece), or per Honeywell's scheduled replacement guidance for your specific exposure level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat is the flow rate of the PA701HED?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PA701HED blower produces a minimum of 170 L\/min — exceeding the NIOSH-required 115 L\/min minimum for belt-worn PAPR systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eIs the PA701HED NIOSH approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Honeywell PA701HED is NIOSH-approved as a powered air-purifying respirator when used with compatible approved filters and face-pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow long does it take to charge the PA701HED battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharge time varies by battery depletion level, but the standard overnight charge (8-12 hours) restores a fully depleted battery. Check Honeywell's charger documentation for exact charge-time specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eCan I use the PA701HED for welding fumes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — a HEPA or P100 filter provides protection against particulate welding fumes. For processes that generate ozone, nitrogen dioxide, or hexavalent chromium aerosols, use a combination OV\/HEPA cartridge instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhere can I find replacement filters for the PA701HED?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplacement filters for the Honeywell North PAPR platform are available in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/papr-respirator-filters\"\u003ePAPR Filters\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/papr-cartridges\"\u003ePAPR Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #333;margin-top:32px;padding-top:16px;font-size:0.9em;color:#aaa;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWritten by Steven Eaton\u003c\/strong\u003e, WC Safety — PPE Specialist with 10+ years sourcing and evaluating industrial respiratory protection. All specifications are manufacturer-verified or NIOSH-documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviewed by:\u003c\/strong\u003e WC Safety Editorial Team | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B094SRXTNT?tag=wcsafety04-20\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color:#e55;\"\u003eBuy Honeywell PA701HED PAPR Starter Kit on Amazon →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What does 'HED' mean in the Honeywell PA701HED designation?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"HED stands for HEPA Efficiency Dome \\u2014 indicating this kit includes a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) filter assembly as part of the starter configuration.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does the PA701HED come with a face-piece?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No. The starter kit includes the blower, HEPA filter, battery, charger, and breathing tube, but a compatible North series face-piece must be purchased separately based on fit and hazard requirements.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What's the difference between the PA700 and PA701HED?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The PA700 Decon Kit focuses on the decontamination assembly (PA101M) for contaminated environments, while the PA701HED includes a HEPA filter and all standard accessories for immediate particulate protection. 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