{"product_id":"msa-low-profile-p100-sparkfoe-filter","title":"MSA SparkFoe P100 Particulate Filter — Sparkfoe (MSA Comfo, 2-pack)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-rich\" style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.6;\"\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;\"\u003eEDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.6\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWC Safety Review — MSA SparkFoe P100 Particulate Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e welding and grinding fume on MSA Comfo respirators — a spark- and static-resistant P100 filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot For:\u003c\/strong\u003e gases or vapors. It captures particulate only — pair it with an MSA gas cartridge for vapors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SparkFoe P100 particulate choice for the MSA Comfo system; pair it with a gas cartridge when vapors are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9em;color:#cbb89e;\"\u003eEditorial assessment by the WC Safety Editorial Team. Scoring reflects published MSA specifications, NIOSH approval, application fit and category expertise. WC Safety did not laboratory-test this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 16px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B016KF1DUO?tag=wcsafety04-20\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffd814;color:#0f1111;padding:11px 20px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;border-radius:4px;border:1px solid #fcd200;\"\u003eCHECK PRICE ON AMAZON →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ff9800;color:#1a1a1a;padding:11px 20px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;border-radius:4px;margin-left:8px;\"\u003eSHOP MSA CARTRIDGES →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85em;color:#9e9e9e;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs an Amazon Associate, WC Safety earns from qualifying purchases. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/affiliate-disclosure\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eFull affiliate disclosure\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eRead our hands-on \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/product-reviews\/msa-10153412-sparkfoe-p100-particulate-filter-review\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter review\u003c\/a\u003e for field-tested buyer notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Particulate Filter Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e is a NIOSH-approved SparkFoe P100 particulate filter for MSA Comfo respirators. It captures at least 99.97% of airborne particles and is oil-proof. Its spark-resistant, static-dissipating SparkFoe construction is built for welding and grinding. Start with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-filter-types-explained\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003efilter types explained\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/organic-vapor-vs-p100\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eorganic vapor vs P100\u003c\/a\u003e guides, then confirm fit in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/msa-comfo-vs-msa-advantage\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eComfo vs Advantage\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an MSA Comfo P100 filter it belongs to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA respirator filters and cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e range. Use it for particulate-only work, or pair it with an MSA gas cartridge when vapors are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhere the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter handles airborne \u003cem\u003eparticulate\u003c\/em\u003e only. For gases you need an MSA cartridge such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA organic vapor\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmb-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMB acid gas\u003c\/a\u003e, or a combination cartridge like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-p100-organic-vapor-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\/P100\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhat Does the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Protect Against?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:12px 0;background:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHazard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eFit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eBuyer guidance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eDust, mist, fume, lead (particulate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes — P100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e≥99.97%, oil-proof.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eOil-based mist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eP100 is oil-proof.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eGases \u0026amp; vapors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003ePair with an MSA gas cartridge.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eWhat the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Does NOT Protect Against\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter does not capture gases or vapors. Add the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\u003c\/a\u003e for organic vapor, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gmb-acid-gas-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMB\u003c\/a\u003e for acid gas, or use the all-in-one \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-p100-organic-vapor-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\/P100\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background:#1a2733;border-left:4px solid #4fc3f7;padding:12px 16px;color:#cfd8dc;\"\u003eNo air-purifying cartridge makes a dangerous atmosphere safe. Never use the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter in an oxygen-deficient or IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health) atmosphere, in unknown concentrations, or against gases with no warning properties — those conditions require a supplied-air or SCBA system, not a cartridge respirator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eBest Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWelding \u0026amp; grinding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SparkFoe design resists sparks and dissipates static while the P100 captures weld fume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHot work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasks with airborne sparks where a standard filter could be damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:220px;background:#1b3a2a;border:1px solid #4caf50;color:#e8f5e9;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#81c784;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehighest P100 efficiency (≥99.97%) · oil-proof · genuine MSA Comfo fit · pairs with any MSA Comfo gas cartridge · spark\/static-resistant for welding\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;min-width:220px;background:#3a1e1e;border:1px solid #ef5350;color:#ffebee;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#e57373;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eparticulate only — no gas protection · MSA Comfo fit only\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter vs Other MSA Filters \u0026amp; Cartridges\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:12px 0;background:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eCartridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eProtects against\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-p100-organic-vapor-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Comfo GMA\/P100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eOV + P100 combo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Comfo GMA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eOrganic vapor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eWelding P100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter vs the Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow it compares to the closest MSA options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-p100-organic-vapor-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\/P100\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e this filter is particulate only; the GMA\/P100 builds the same P100 into an organic-vapor cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter vs \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-low-profile-p100-particulate-filter\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003estandard Low Profile P100\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SparkFoe adds spark and static resistance for welding; the standard filter is for general particulate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter vs an MSA gas cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e a gas cartridge stops vapors; this filter stops particulate — many jobs need both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Quick Answers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter stop gases?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — pair it with an MSA gas cartridge such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\u003c\/a\u003e for vapors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter fit my MSA respirator?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits the MSA Comfo family; check the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003ehalf-mask\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-full-face-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003efull-face\u003c\/a\u003e ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter oil-proof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — P100 is the oil-proof particulate class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:12px 0;background:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eFilter class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eP100 — ≥99.97%, oil-proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eProtects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eParticulate only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eNIOSH marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eMagenta (P100)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eSparkFoe — spark\/static-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eMSA Comfo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e2-pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eCompatible MSA Respirators\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter uses the MSA Comfo threaded-bayonet connection, so it mounts on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-comfo-classic-silicone-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eComfo Classic half-mask\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-ultra-elite-full-face-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eUltra-Elite full-face\u003c\/a\u003e respirators (and the Comfo II and Ultra-Twin). It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e interchangeable with the MSA Advantage series, and does not fit 3M, Honeywell North or other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:12px 0;background:#1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eRespirator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"color:#ffb74d;text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eCompatible?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-comfo-classic-silicone-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Comfo Classic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHalf mask\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes — Comfo bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eMSA Comfo II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHalf mask\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes — Comfo bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-ultra-elite-full-face-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Ultra-Elite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eFull face\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes — Comfo bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eMSA Ultra-Twin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eFull face\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eYes — Comfo bayonet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-half-mask-respirator\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Advantage series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHalf \/ full\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eNo — different connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e3M \/ Honeywell North\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHalf \/ full\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eNo (not compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eHelpful Buying Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/msa-comfo-vs-msa-advantage\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Comfo vs Advantage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/how-to-choose-a-respirator-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eHow to choose a respirator cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/msa-vs-3m-respirator-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA vs 3M respirator cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/msa-vs-honeywell-north-respirator-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA vs Honeywell North cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/organic-vapor-vs-p100\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eorganic vapor vs P100\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-cartridge-color-chart\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003erespirator cartridge color chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/respirator-filter-types-explained\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003erespirator filter types explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eMSA SparkFoe P100 Filter Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat does the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter protect against?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a P100 particulate filter: it captures at least 99.97% of airborne particles — dust, mist, fume, lead — and is oil-proof. It does not filter gases on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDoes the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter protect against gases?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. For gases or vapors, pair it with an MSA gas cartridge such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-organic-vapor-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA (organic vapor)\u003c\/a\u003e, or use a combination cartridge like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/msa-gma-p100-organic-vapor-particulate-cartridge\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eGMA\/P100\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhich respirators does the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits MSA Comfo-series respirators (Comfo Classic, Comfo II, Ultra-Twin, Ultra-Elite).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eWhat does P100 mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP100 is the highest NIOSH particulate rating: oil-proof and at least 99.97% efficient. The filter carries a magenta marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter oil-proof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. P100 filters are oil-proof, so it can be used against oil-based mists as well as solid particulate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eCan I use the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter for welding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the SparkFoe design resists sparks and dissipates static, so it suits welding and grinding while the P100 captures weld fume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter NIOSH-approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, as a P100 filter under 42 CFR Part 84. Verify against the NIOSH Certified Equipment List.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow is the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter sold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is the 2-pack. Use Request a Quote for larger case quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow often should I replace the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace it when breathing resistance rises as particulate loads it, or when it is damaged or soiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter reusable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filter is used until its particulate service life is reached; the respirator is reusable across many filter changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eIs this the genuine MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. WC Safety sells authentic, NIOSH-approved MSA Comfo filters through legitimate supply channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eHow should I store the MSA SparkFoe P100 Filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore it sealed in its original packaging, away from dust and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #444;margin-top:32px;padding-top:16px;font-size:0.9em;color:#cfd8dc;background:#1a2733;border-left:4px solid #4fc3f7;padding:14px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eSteven Eaton\u003c\/strong\u003e, WC Safety Editorial — industrial respiratory protection desk. Reviewed by the WC Safety Editorial Team. Specifications sourced from MSA Safety published data and verified against the NIOSH Certified Equipment List. Compare the range in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/msa-respirator-filters-and-cartridges\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA respirator filters \u0026amp; cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e or read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/msa-comfo-vs-msa-advantage\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;\"\u003eMSA Comfo vs Advantage\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eWC Safety is an independent PPE retailer and Amazon Associate; no paid placement. Always verify cartridge compatibility and follow your written respiratory protection program. General information, not medical or regulatory advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MSA Safety","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44064799326296,"sku":"10153412","price":271.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/msa-sparkfoe-p100-filter-p100-filter.jpg?v=1782023800","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/msa-low-profile-p100-sparkfoe-filter","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}