kokosnood
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Post by kokosnood on Jan 23, 2022 17:40:48 GMT -5
Hi, So I was cutting some rocks on my wet tile saw to prep them for tumbling. I wear clear safety glasses and ear plugs. I decided to put on an N90 mask to protect my lungs. With the mask on, the safety glasses didn't fit well and and they started fogging up. It didn't work.
What should I do? Should I forget the mask? Or is there a mask/glasses combo you recommend?
Thanks! Stefan
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Post by vegasjames on Jan 23, 2022 17:44:15 GMT -5
Try rubbing a raw potato on the inside of the goggles first or clear toothpaste to keep the goggles from fogging. Old scuba diving tricks to keep the mask from fogging.
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kokosnood
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Post by kokosnood on Jan 23, 2022 17:47:08 GMT -5
They didn't fit right over the mask...
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Post by Rockoonz on Jan 24, 2022 10:16:28 GMT -5
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hypodactylus
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Post by hypodactylus on Jan 24, 2022 14:47:55 GMT -5
You shouldn't need to wear respiratory protection with a properly functioning wet tile saw; of course, you can if you prefer to do so.
If you need/want to wear eye protection and respiratory protection, you need to find some that are compatible; compromised protection is sometimes as bad as no protection at all.
Face shields can provide some eye protection against impact, but they seem to generally be used in conjunction with goggles/glasses (Open air face shields provide no respiratory protection).
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Cackling Chick
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Post by Cackling Chick on Apr 25, 2022 21:24:20 GMT -5
Great idea on a face shield vs. Goggles. Thanks
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steelheader
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Post by steelheader on Apr 25, 2022 22:38:48 GMT -5
Im extra cautious, I believe even with a wet saw, the fine mist can carry particles, which can land on your clothes, dry and once dry, can become airborne fine particulate matter which can find its way inside you. I use a respirator, even with my wet saw ( whether its cutting agates for fun or tiles at work ). Ive never tried the toothpaste trick on any other lense other than my snorkelling goggles but it works wonders on the snorkels.
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phixer
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Post by phixer on Apr 26, 2022 10:13:46 GMT -5
Spit, yeah I said split, is a trick divers have been using for years and it works great. Spit on the glasses, rub around and rinse. You can also buy a spray from a dive shop.
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Post by broseph82 on May 5, 2022 9:45:13 GMT -5
You shouldn't need to wear respiratory protection with a properly functioning wet tile saw; of course, you can if you prefer to do so. If you need/want to wear eye protection and respiratory protection, you need to find some that are compatible; compromised protection is sometimes as bad as no protection at all. Face shields can provide some eye protection against impact, but they seem to generally be used in conjunction with goggles/glasses (Open air face shields provide no respiratory protection). I would respectfully disagree. Rock dust comes into the air with the oil vapor. Cut enough without a mask and you'll feel the difference. I cut a lot, and used to without a mask and ultimately was feeling it after a long day. An n95 mask with a face shield should be perfect for the OP. I wear regular glasses and got some goggle type work glasses that go over them. Nothing fogs up my view when cutting.
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toucansan
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Post by toucansan on May 12, 2022 9:38:47 GMT -5
That means your mask is not fitted properly. To try and fit it properly is a challenge. Place the mask on your face. At the bridge of your nose feel for the metal piece. Press firmly on the center of your nose. Then with somewhat firm pressure place 2 fingers on both side of the bridge of the metal piece. Slide them down the metal piece. Continue to press down over both sides of the mask until they meet at the bottom of the mask. Take a deep breath. You should not be able to smell anything except the mask. Then blow out and try to feel where the air escapes from. If you think you have a good seal then put your glasses back on. If they still fog up, adjust the nose piece again. Hope this helps.
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dug
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Post by dug on May 13, 2022 14:06:29 GMT -5
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