{"product_id":"msa-gme-multigas-cartridge","title":"MSA 492790 GME Multigas Cartridge for Comfo Respirators — Box of 10","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a1a1a;border:2px solid #ff9800;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 20px;margin:0 0 24px 0;color:#e0e0e0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003e★ WC Safety Editorial Review — MSA GME Multi-Gas Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRated 4.4\/5 — multi-gas inorganic cartridge covering ammonia, acid gases, and reactive vapor matrix for the MSA Comfo bayonet platform.\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:12px;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/product-reviews\/msa-492790-gme-multigas-cartridge-review\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ff9800;color:#1a1a1a;padding:8px 18px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;border-radius:4px;font-size:0.9em;\" title=\"Read the full MSA GME Multi-Gas Cartridge editorial review\"\u003eRead Full Review →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#1a2733;color:#e0e0e0;padding:8px 18px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;border-radius:4px;border:1px solid #ff9800;font-size:0.9em;\" title=\"Compare all MSA respirator cartridges and filters\"\u003eCompare All MSA Cartridges →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-rich\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 0. EDITORIAL REVIEW BOX --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wc-review-box\" style=\"border:2px solid #ff9800;background:#2a2520;border-radius:8px;padding:20px 24px;margin:0 0 24px 0;color:#f5e6d3;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;margin-bottom:12px;flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"background:#ff9800;color:#1a1a1a;font-weight:bold;padding:4px 12px;border-radius:4px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eEDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color:#ffb74d;font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eWC Safety Review — MSA GME Multigas Cartridge for Comfo Respirators\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emergency response, hazmat operations, and chemical manufacturing environments where simultaneous exposure to acid gases, ammonia, methylamine, formaldehyde, and hydrogen fluoride is a documented risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Environments requiring organic vapor (OV) protection, particulate filtration, IDLH atmospheres, oxygen-deficient spaces, or respirators outside the MSA Comfo\/GM bayonet-mount series (Advantage 200 LS, Advantage 200, and 3M\/Honeywell platforms are not compatible).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The GME delivers NIOSH-approved broad-spectrum gas coverage across nine chemical classes in a single bayonet cartridge — if you also face particulate hazards, step up to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#cbb89e;\"\u003eEditorial assessment by the WC Safety Editorial Team. Scoring reflects published manufacturer specifications, application fit, compatibility, and category expertise. WC Safety did not laboratory-test this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/product-reviews\/msa-492790-gme-multigas-cartridge-review\" style=\"color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eRead the full review\u003c\/a\u003e →\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 1. OVERVIEW --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge (SKU 492790)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a NIOSH-approved vapor cartridge that covers nine chemical classes in one bayonet-mount unit — sold in a box of 10 at $24.49 ($2.45 per cartridge). It uses a multi-stage chemically impregnated sorbent bed to simultaneously address chlorine, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, methylamine, formaldehyde, and hydrogen fluoride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe GME fits the MSA Comfo\/GM bayonet-mount family (Comfo Classic, Comfo II, Ultra-Twin, Ultra-Elite full-face) and carries NIOSH approval under 42 CFR Part 84. For a full overview of how cartridge selection works across all hazard classes, see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-choose-a-respirator-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003erespirator cartridge selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-filter-types-explained\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003erespirator filter types explained\u003c\/a\u003e guide. Shoppers comparing vapor-only vs. combination options should also review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/organic-vapor-vs-p100\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eorganic vapor vs. P100 filter choices\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B005QQDNJS?tag=wcsafety04-20\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ff9800;color:#1a1a1a;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;margin:4px 8px 4px 0;\"\u003eBuy on Amazon\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-multigas-cartridge\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a2520;color:#ff9800;border:2px solid #ff9800;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;margin:4px 0;\"\u003eShop WC Safety\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85em;color:#888;margin:4px 0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAffiliate disclosure: WC Safety earns a commission on Amazon purchases at no cost to you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 2. WHERE IT FITS IN RESPIRATOR SELECTION --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhere the MSA GME Fits in Respirator Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eStart with your SDS and air-monitoring data. If your exposure profile includes \u003cstrong\u003eany combination of acid gases (chlorine, HCl, H₂S, SO₂, ClO₂), ammonia, methylamine, formaldehyde, or HF\u003c\/strong\u003e — and your concentrations are below IDLH levels — the GME cartridge is a confirmed fit. It is a vapor-only cartridge; if your environment also generates particulates (dust, mist, fumes), you need the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e rather than this unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 assigns an APF of 10 to a properly fitted half-mask and 50 to a full-face respirator. The GME cartridge achieves those APF levels only when seated on a correctly fit-tested MSA Comfo or GM-series facepiece. Consult the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-choose-a-respirator-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003ecomplete cartridge selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm the right APF for your PEL\/TLV math, and cross-reference \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-cartridge-color-chart\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eNIOSH cartridge color codes\u003c\/a\u003e when communicating requirements across a team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 3. WHO SHOULD BUY --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWho Should Buy the MSA GME Multigas Cartridge?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy the GME if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou already own an MSA Comfo Classic, Comfo II, Ultra-Twin, or Ultra-Elite respirator and need a broad-spectrum gas cartridge that mounts without adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour hazard profile includes multiple gas classes from the acid-gas and ammonia families simultaneously — the GME consolidates coverage that would otherwise require multiple separate cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou work in emergency response, water-treatment chemical handling, or chemical manufacturing where HF, ammonia, and chlorine can co-exist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou want NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84 documentation for your respirator program records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not buy the GME if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour hazard is organic vapor only — the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMA organic vapor cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e is the correct, lower-cost fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou need particulate protection alongside gas coverage — use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou own an MSA Advantage 200 LS respirator with a snap-on mount (not bayonet) — the Comfo\/GM bayonet cartridge will not physically seat on the Advantage facepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour atmosphere is IDLH-classified or oxygen-deficient — APR cartridges are prohibited in those conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYour respirator is a 3M, Honeywell, or Moldex platform — see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3m-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003e3M respirator filters\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moldex-respirator-cartridges-and-filters\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMoldex cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 4. WHAT IT PROTECTS AGAINST --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhat Does the MSA GME Multigas Cartridge Protect Against?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eHazard \/ Chemical\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eGME Coverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eBuyer Guidance\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eChlorine (Cl₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes — chemically impregnated sorbent\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eConfirmed fit; verify air-monitoring data against NIOSH REL\/OSHA PEL\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHydrogen Chloride (HCl)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eCommon in chemical processing; GME is the cost-effective choice when HCl co-exists with other listed gases\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHydrogen Sulfide (H₂S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHigh toxicity — confirm concentration is below H₂S IDLH (50 ppm); never rely on APR above IDLH\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSulfur Dioxide (SO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eFound in smelting and pulp-mill operations; GME covers alongside other listed acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eChlorine Dioxide (ClO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eUsed in water treatment and bleaching; verify exposure levels carefully\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAmmonia (NH₃)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eIf ammonia is your only hazard, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmd-ammonia-methylamine-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMD ammonia\/methylamine cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e is the targeted choice\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMethylamine\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eIncluded in the GMD and GME; GME adds HF and chlorine-family coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eFormaldehyde (HCHO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOSHA-regulated carcinogen; GME satisfies formaldehyde-specific cartridge requirement when combined hazards exist\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHydrogen Fluoride (HF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHighly hazardous; HF IDLH is 30 ppm — confirm concentrations and have emergency procedures in place\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOrganic Vapors (solvents, VOCs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eUse \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMA OV cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmc-organic-vapor-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\/GMC OV+acid gas combo\u003c\/a\u003e for solvent environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eParticulates (dust, mist, fumes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAdd a prefilter or use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e for simultaneous particulate control\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 5. WHAT IT DOES NOT PROTECT AGAINST --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhat the MSA GME Multigas Cartridge Does NOT Protect Against\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic vapors and solvents\u003c\/strong\u003e — no OV sorbent bed; use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmc-organic-vapor-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMC OV\/acid gas cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmt-multi-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMT multi-gas cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e if OV exposure is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParticulate hazards\u003c\/strong\u003e — no filter media; pair with a P100 prefilter or upgrade to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon monoxide and other simple asphyxiants\u003c\/strong\u003e — no catalytic converter layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury vapor\u003c\/strong\u003e — a separate \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-mersorb-p100-mercury-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Mersorb P100 mercury vapor cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadioactive iodine\u003c\/strong\u003e — use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmi-iodine-p100-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMI iodine P100 cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #ff9800;background:#2a1a00;padding:14px 18px;margin:16px 0;color:#f5e6d3;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eSafety Notice — APR Limitations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-purifying respirators (APR) including this cartridge must never be used in IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health) atmospheres, oxygen-deficient environments (below 19.5% O₂), or any unknown-concentration atmosphere. These conditions require supplied-air respirators (SAR) or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Always confirm airborne concentrations are below applicable IDLH values and OSHA PELs before selecting an APR. Consult your industrial hygienist and written respirator program per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 6. BEST APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eBest Applications for the MSA GME Multigas Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eEmergency Response and Hazmat Operations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eFirst-responders and hazmat teams dealing with unknown or multi-chemical spill scenarios benefit from the GME's broad coverage across nine classes. When a single-class cartridge may leave a hazard unaddressed, the GME's multi-stage sorbent bed provides a documented margin. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-full-face-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA full-face respirators\u003c\/a\u003e for high-APF facepieces suited to emergency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWater Treatment and Wastewater Facilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eChlorine, chlorine dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen sulfide all appear in water-treatment and wastewater environments — sometimes simultaneously. The GME covers all four in one cartridge, simplifying your respiratory protection program and reducing the risk of wearing the wrong unit. Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA half-mask respirators\u003c\/a\u003e for routine maintenance tasks below IDLH thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eChemical Manufacturing with Mixed Acid-Gas and Ammonia Hazards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eFacilities that handle HF, HCl, ammonia, and formaldehyde in adjacent processes often struggle to standardize cartridges across job roles. The GME eliminates that complexity. For environments where organic solvents are also present, consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmt-multi-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMT multi-gas cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e, which extends coverage to include OV protection. For cartridge color-coding references used by your safety program, see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-cartridge-color-chart\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eNIOSH cartridge color chart guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eFormaldehyde-Regulated Workplaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eOSHA's formaldehyde standard (29 CFR 1910.1048) requires a specifically approved cartridge when engineering controls alone are insufficient. The GME's formaldehyde coverage satisfies this requirement while simultaneously addressing co-existing acid gas and ammonia hazards typical in resin, adhesive, and pathology lab environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 7. PROS \/ CONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge — Pros and Cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 14px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 14px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;width:50%;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 14px;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNine-class simultaneous gas coverage in one cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNIOSH-approved under 42 CFR Part 84\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e$2.45 per cartridge (10-pack) — competitive for multi-hazard coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBayonet mount — fast tool-free installation on all GM-series facepieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCovers formaldehyde specifically (OSHA 1910.1048 relevant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHF coverage included — often a specialty cartridge requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 14px;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n        \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNo organic vapor protection — OV hazards require a different cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eNo particulate filtration — P100 prefilter or GME P100 needed in dusty environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCompatible only with MSA Comfo\/GM bayonet-mount series — not universal\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSingle image available; cartridge service life varies by concentration and humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eEnd-of-service-life indicators not specified — change-out schedule required\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 8. COMPATIBLE MSA RESPIRATORS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eCompatible MSA Respirators for the GME Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe GME uses the MSA Comfo\/GM bayonet-mount system. Verify your facepiece model before ordering — the two MSA connection systems (bayonet vs. snap-on) are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eRespirator Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eCompatible with GME?\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:10px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo Classic\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo \/ GM bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHalf-mask, APF 10; bayonet mount confirmed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo II\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo \/ GM bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHalf-mask; identical mount to Comfo Classic\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eUltra-Twin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo \/ GM bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eFull-face, APF 50; dual-cartridge configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eUltra-Elite\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo \/ GM bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eFull-face, APF 50; dual-cartridge configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAdvantage 200 LS\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAdvantage snap-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSnap-on mount — GME bayonet cartridge will not seat; use MSA Advantage-series filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAdvantage 200\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAdvantage snap-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSnap-on mount — incompatible with GM bayonet series\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e3M, Honeywell, Moldex (all models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNon-MSA platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eDifferent mount systems entirely — not interchangeable with MSA GM cartridges\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eBrowse the full range of compatible facepieces at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-full-face-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA full-face respirators\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA half-mask respirators\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 9. GME vs OTHER MSA FILTERS IN SERIES --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME vs. Other MSA GM-Series Cartridges\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHazard Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eP100?\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOrganic Vapor only\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSolvent\/VOC environments without acid gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmb-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAcid Gas only\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSingle-class acid gas hazards (Cl₂, HCl, SO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmc-organic-vapor-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOV + Acid Gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eCombined OV and acid gas without ammonia\/HF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmd-ammonia-methylamine-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMD\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAmmonia \/ Methylamine\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAmmonia-only environments (lower cost)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME (this item)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMulti-Gas: Acid Gas + Ammonia + Methylamine + HCHO + HF\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eBroadest vapor coverage, no OV, no particulates\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmt-multi-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMulti-Gas + OV\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eGME coverage plus organic vapor in one cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GME P100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMulti-Gas + P100 particulate\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eGME hazard class plus dust\/mist\/fume protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmc-p100-ov-acid-gas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMC P100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOV + Acid Gas + P100\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOV\/acid gas environments with particulate hazards\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 10. 1:1 COMPARISONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME vs. MSA GME P100 — Vapor-Only vs. Combination Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eMSA GME (this item)\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eMSA GME P100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eGas hazard coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e9 chemical classes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSame 9 chemical classes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eParticulate filtration\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eP100 (99.97%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eBest environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eClean-air gas hazards only\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMixed gas + dust\/mist\/fume\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e492790\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eVerify on product page\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME vs. MSA GMT — Multi-Gas Without OV vs. Multi-Gas With OV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eMSA GME (this item)\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmt-multi-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eMSA GMT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAcid Gas + Ammonia + HCHO + HF\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOrganic Vapor (solvents, VOCs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ff6b6b;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#66bb6a;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eChoose when\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNo OV in hazard profile; keep sorbent bed focused on listed gases\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOV solvents co-exist with acid gas \/ ammonia hazards\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 11. QUICK ANSWERS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge Quick Answers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA GME cartridge protect against organic vapors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eNo. The GME contains a chemically impregnated sorbent bed designed for acid gases, ammonia, methylamine, formaldehyde, and HF — it does not include an activated carbon bed for organic vapor (OV) adsorption. If your hazard profile includes solvents or VOCs, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmc-organic-vapor-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMC OV\/acid gas cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmt-multi-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMT multi-gas cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e with OV coverage is the correct choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat respirators is the MSA GME compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe GME uses the MSA GM-series bayonet mount and fits the Comfo Classic, Comfo II, Ultra-Twin, and Ultra-Elite facepieces. It does not fit MSA Advantage-series respirators, which use a different snap-on mount, nor any 3M, Honeywell, or Moldex platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow much does the MSA GME cartridge cost per unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe GME is sold in a box of 10 for $24.49, which works out to $2.45 per cartridge — competitive pricing for a nine-class multi-gas vapor cartridge with NIOSH approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA GME filter particulates like dust or silica?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eNo. The GME is a vapor-only cartridge with no particulate filter media. For environments with simultaneous gas and particulate hazards, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e provides both gas and P100 particulate filtration in one unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA GME cartridge NIOSH-approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. The MSA GME is NIOSH-approved under 42 CFR Part 84 for the stated multi-gas hazard classes. Always verify that the specific approval designation on the cartridge label matches the hazard classes identified in your industrial hygiene assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat is the assigned protection factor (APF) for the MSA GME?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe APF is determined by the facepiece, not the cartridge alone. Per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, a properly fit-tested half-mask has an APF of 10, and a full-face respirator has an APF of 50. The GME cartridge achieves these APFs only when correctly seated on a fit-tested MSA Comfo or GM-series facepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eCan I use the MSA GME in ammonia-only environments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eYou can, but the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmd-ammonia-methylamine-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMD ammonia\/methylamine cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e is the purpose-built, lower-cost choice for ammonia-only hazards. The GME makes more sense when your site has ammonia alongside acid gases, formaldehyde, or HF in the same work area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 12. SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#1a1a1a;color:#e0e0e0;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSKU \/ Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e492790\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eGTIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e0816687297684\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eMSA Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eSeries \/ Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eComfo \/ GM bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eHazard Classes Covered\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eChlorine, SO₂, ClO₂, HCl, H₂S, NH₃, Methylamine, Formaldehyde, HF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eParticulate Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNone (vapor only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eOrganic Vapor Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eNIOSH Approval\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e42 CFR Part 84\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAPF (half-mask \/ full-face)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e10 \/ 50 (per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134; APF is facepiece-dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003ePack Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eBox of 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003ePrice per Pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e$24.49\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background:#222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003ePrice per Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003e$2.45\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eAmazon ASIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #444;padding:9px 12px;\"\u003eB005QQDNJS\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 13. HELPFUL BUYING GUIDES --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eHelpful Buying Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:2.0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-choose-a-respirator-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eHow to Choose a Respirator Cartridge — Complete Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-filter-types-explained\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eRespirator Filter Types Explained: P100, OV, Acid Gas, and Multi-Gas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/organic-vapor-vs-p100\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eOrganic Vapor vs. P100 — Which Filter Do You Need?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-cartridge-color-chart\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eNIOSH Respirator Cartridge Color Chart Reference Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/best-respirator-for-welding-fumes\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eBest Respirator for Welding Fumes (Buyer's Guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/best-respirator-for-silica-dust-2026\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eBest Respirator for Silica Dust 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eShop All MSA Respirator Filters and Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 14. FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA GME Multigas Cartridge Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWill the MSA GME cartridge fit an MSA Advantage respirator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eNo. MSA Advantage-series respirators (including the Advantage 200 LS and Advantage 200) use a snap-on filter attachment system that is physically incompatible with the GM-series bayonet cartridge. The GME is designed exclusively for Comfo Classic, Comfo II, Ultra-Twin, and Ultra-Elite facepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow many cartridges come in a box of MSA GME?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eEach box contains 10 cartridges. At $24.49 per box, the per-unit cost is $2.45 — suitable for stocking team respirator programs without high per-person cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eCan the MSA GME be used for hydrogen fluoride (HF) exposure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. HF is one of the nine chemical classes covered by the GME's chemically impregnated sorbent bed. Because HF has a low IDLH threshold (30 ppm), always confirm airborne concentrations are within the APR-permissible range before relying on a cartridge respirator, and maintain emergency procedures appropriate for HF work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA GME cartridge cover formaldehyde specifically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. Formaldehyde is a listed chemical class in the GME's NIOSH approval. This makes the GME relevant to workplaces subject to OSHA's formaldehyde standard (29 CFR 1910.1048) where co-existing acid gas or ammonia hazards also require protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the MSA GME and the MSA GMB cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmb-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GMB\u003c\/a\u003e is an acid-gas-only cartridge covering chlorine, HCl, SO₂, and related compounds. The GME extends that coverage to include ammonia, methylamine, formaldehyde, and HF — making the GME the right choice when multiple gas families are present in the same work environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDo I need a P100 prefilter with the MSA GME?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eIf your environment contains airborne particulates (dust, metal fumes, welding smoke, mist) in addition to gas hazards, yes — you should use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA GME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e, which integrates both the multi-gas vapor coverage and a P100 particulate filter. The vapor-only GME provides no particulate protection on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow do I know when to replace the MSA GME cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eMSA does not specify an end-of-service-life indicator (ESLI) for the GME. OSHA requires employers to establish a change-out schedule based on industrial hygiene data, cartridge service-life calculations, and\/or breakthrough monitoring. Follow your written respirator program as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134(d)(3)(iii).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA GME suitable for hydrogen sulfide (H₂S)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eYes. H₂S is one of the listed gases covered by the GME. The H₂S IDLH is 50 ppm — confirm that measured concentrations are below this value before using any APR, and ensure your site has gas detection and emergency egress procedures in place for H₂S work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eCan I pair the MSA GME with an MSA low-profile P100 filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eDepending on the specific facepiece and adapter configuration, pairing separate filters and cartridges may be possible on some MSA platforms, but the integrated \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-p100-multigas-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGME P100 combination cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e is the MSA-validated path for simultaneous gas and particulate protection. Always verify compatibility with your specific respirator model before mixing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat is the MSA part number for the GME multigas cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe MSA GME Multigas Cartridge carries SKU 492790 and GTIN 0816687297684. Use the SKU when ordering through WC Safety or specifying in a purchase order for your safety program records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow does the MSA GME compare to 3M multi-gas cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eMSA GME and 3M multi-gas cartridges are not interchangeable — each brand's mount system is specific to its own respirator platform. If you use 3M respirators, see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3m-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003e3M respirator filters and cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e collection and the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/3m-filter-cartridge-guide\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003e3M filter and cartridge guide\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible options. The GME is exclusively for MSA Comfo\/GM bayonet-mount facepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhere can I find MSA full-face respirators compatible with the GME?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-full-face-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA full-face respirator collection\u003c\/a\u003e includes the Ultra-Twin and Ultra-Elite — both use the GM bayonet mount and accept the GME cartridge. Full-face configuration raises the APF from 10 to 50, which is often required for higher-concentration gas hazards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CTA repeat --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:24px 0 16px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B005QQDNJS?tag=wcsafety04-20\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ff9800;color:#1a1a1a;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;margin:4px 8px 4px 0;\"\u003eBuy on Amazon\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gme-multigas-cartridge\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a2520;color:#ff9800;border:2px solid #ff9800;padding:10px 20px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;margin:4px 0;\"\u003eShop WC Safety\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- 15. FOOTER E-E-A-T TRUST STACK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #444;margin-top:32px;padding-top:16px;font-size:0.85em;color:#aaa;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eSteven Eaton\u003c\/strong\u003e, WC Safety Editorial — industrial hygiene \u0026amp; PPE selection specialist. Reviewed by the WC Safety Editorial Team. | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Respirator Filters \u0026amp; Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-choose-a-respirator-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eRespirator Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eManufacturer specifications sourced from MSA Safety published data. WC Safety is an authorized MSA Safety retailer. Always verify cartridge compatibility with your specific respirator model before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85em;color:#888;margin-top:8px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWC Safety participates in the Amazon Associates program. Amazon links on this page are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no added cost to you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MSA Safety","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064797786200,"sku":"492790","price":24.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/492790.jpg?v=1777874482","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/msa-gme-multigas-cartridge","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}