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Jolterhead
11-26-2020 at 10:49 AM.
11-26-2020 at 10:49 AM.
Great quality masks
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upgrayeddme2
11-26-2020 at 01:36 PM.
11-26-2020 at 01:36 PM.
These masks don't look like they'd be effective. They don't list the material used. It looks like some sort of nylon/spandex which is fine for fashion but not for health. Source:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-72798-7​ [nature.com]

There are much better alternative available. Here's a few good sources for respirators:For surgical masks (the real ones at least) it's difficult to find a reliable vendor that sells to the general public.
  • Manufacturers such as Halyard (Kimberly Clark) and Cardinal are well known.
  • Insist on ASTM certification [astm.org]. Here's a good explanation [crosstex.com]. (The quality of this brand is unknown, but the info is good).
  • At the very least, the mask should have a "meltblown" layer (not just "non-woven").
  • These Level 2 masks look good, though I haven't tried them myself. Made in the US too: Armbrust [armbrustusa.com]
TLDR: these don't look very effective.
N95 > KN94 or KF95 on FDA list [fda.gov] > real ASTM [astm.org] surgical mask > everything else (better than nothing)

edit: update links
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earthdogmonster
11-28-2020 at 06:07 AM.
11-28-2020 at 06:07 AM.
Quote from upgrayeddme2 :
These masks don't look like they'd be effective. They don't list the material used. It looks like some sort of nylon/spandex which is fine for fashion but not for health. Source:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-72798-7​ [nature.com]

There are much better alternative available. Here's a few good sources for respirators:For surgical masks (the real ones at least) it's difficult to find a reliable vendor that sells to the general public.
  • Manufacturers such as Halyard (Kimberly Clark) and Cardinal are well known.
  • Insist on ASTM certification [astm.org]. Here's a good explanation [crosstex.com]. (The quality of this brand is unknown, but the info is good).
  • At the very least, the mask should have a "meltblown" layer (not just "non-woven").
  • These Level 2 masks look good, though I haven't tried them myself. Made in the US too: Armbrust [armbrustusa.com]
TLDR: these don't look very effective.
N95 > KN94 or KF95 on FDA list [fda.gov] > real ASTM [astm.org] surgical mask > everything else (better than nothing)

Thanks for the writeup. Based on the number of these cloth masks I see out in the general public, more people need to see this.
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JMF8448
11-28-2020 at 06:09 AM.
11-28-2020 at 06:09 AM.
They look way too small
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jeecay
11-28-2020 at 06:33 AM.
11-28-2020 at 06:33 AM.
Quote from jazyje :
Fashion accessory only, won't stop the China meat virus.

OoOoO... hOw eDgY — sO fUnNy
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BARNFISH
11-28-2020 at 06:55 AM.
11-28-2020 at 06:55 AM.
Quote from jazyje :
ok, boomer

ahh.. Alittle boomer envy?
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sahastra
11-28-2020 at 07:04 AM.
11-28-2020 at 07:04 AM.
Quote from upgrayeddme2 :
These masks don't look like they'd be effective. They don't list the material used. It looks like some sort of nylon/spandex which is fine for fashion but not for health. Source:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-72798-7​ [nature.com]

There are much better alternative available. Here's a few good sources for respirators:For surgical masks (the real ones at least) it's difficult to find a reliable vendor that sells to the general public.
  • Manufacturers such as Halyard (Kimberly Clark) and Cardinal are well known.
  • Insist on ASTM certification [astm.org]. Here's a good explanation [crosstex.com]. (The quality of this brand is unknown, but the info is good).
  • At the very least, the mask should have a "meltblown" layer (not just "non-woven").
  • These Level 2 masks look good, though I haven't tried them myself. Made in the US too: Armbrust [armbrustusa.com]
TLDR: these don't look very effective.
N95 > KN94 or KF95 on FDA list [fda.gov] > real ASTM [astm.org] surgical mask > everything else (better than nothing)

May I know how we can reuse these N95 masks ? After grocery stores trips and doctor"s visit. Thanks
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anni77777
11-28-2020 at 07:13 AM.
11-28-2020 at 07:13 AM.
I've purchased a few of these one at a time at gas stations for $5 each.. Yes they are cute and definitely in the "better than nothing " range.. But still nice
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User1660822
11-28-2020 at 07:16 AM.
11-28-2020 at 07:16 AM.
What's the use of actual science if I have very strong opinions to guide me?
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sandiego10
11-28-2020 at 07:21 AM.
11-28-2020 at 07:21 AM.
Quote from jazyje :
Fashion accessory only, won't stop the China meat virus.

Idiot
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sfbriancl
11-28-2020 at 07:24 AM.
11-28-2020 at 07:24 AM.
Quote from GldRulz :
Utilize your God given mask....your immune system

They aren't for your protection, they are to protect your community in case you're infected. But cool, cool, snide remarks at people who are trying to help are very useful. If you don't want to buy masks, not sure why you need to feel the need to throw shade at people who are doing their best to be good members of their community.

also: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2...-cov2.html
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gcman
11-28-2020 at 08:55 AM.
11-28-2020 at 08:55 AM.
Quote from jolterhead :
great quality masks
lol!!!
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