JR8675309
freely admits to licking rocks
Member since August 2019
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Post by JR8675309 on Feb 24, 2020 16:37:04 GMT -5
Hi folks,
I’ve looked through some threads and maybe I’ve missed it, but am wondering what you use for a respirator when you cut. I usually use an N95. What are you using? If possible, please be specific. Thanks!
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Post by opalpyrexia on Feb 24, 2020 16:56:39 GMT -5
I use a 3M 8511 N95 respirator when trim sawing and using my flat lap because my face is always close to the work. When cabbing, I rely on the water to capture most particles and usually don't wear a mask.
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Post by stardiamond on Feb 24, 2020 18:23:54 GMT -5
No mask for me. My trim saw floods the cutting deck with water and when cabbing I like to use a lot more water than required. I find that the wheels do a better job with a lot of water.
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Post by toiv0 on Feb 25, 2020 8:02:41 GMT -5
No mask, don't like them and wouldn't seal anyway.
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Fossilman
Cave Dweller 
Member since January 2009
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Post by Fossilman on Feb 25, 2020 10:49:17 GMT -5
I just mask up with sanding and polishing.... I don't want COPD!!! As for cutting, I cut outside and usually a breeze is blowing, so that's a plus..
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Post by greig on Feb 25, 2020 20:21:57 GMT -5
Wear a mask if you are making dust. The N95 are pretty good for most projects. Of course, they are almost impossible to find for sale now because of the virus panic.
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QuailRiver
fully equipped rock polisher
Member since May 2008
Posts: 1,640
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Post by QuailRiver on Mar 1, 2020 23:49:32 GMT -5
If using an enclosed saw I don't use a mask. For open saw cutting, trimming slabs, coarse grinding and polishing with oxides I use 3M 8210Plus disposable respirator masks. Up until about two months ago you could buy a box of 20 from Walmart for around $15 and have then shipped to your local Walmart store free for pick-up. And Home Depot sold them for around $19 for a box of 20. But good luck finding any on the shelves now until the Corona panic subsides.
Larry C.
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