- Is the ST-100X safe for tear gas or smoke?
- It can take a 40mm NATO particulate or combined filter, which helps with smoke and many riot-control agents. It is only Class 2 rated, so do not treat it as certified protection against chemical warfare agents.
- Which filters fit the ST-100X?
- Any filter with a 40mm NATO thread (STANAG 4155 or EN 148-1) screws on. Match the filter class to the hazard: particulate for dust and smoke, combined for gases.
- How often should I replace the filter?
- Replace a sealed filter before its shelf life ends, about five years for this mask's stock filters. Once opened, swap it when breathing gets hard or you smell the hazard.
- Does it fit over glasses?
- The full-face design leaves room for most glasses, but the five-point straps must seal around the temples. Test the seal before relying on it.
- Is the ST-100X worth it over a half mask?
- Choose it if you want eye protection and a wide view in one piece. A half mask with goggles is lighter and cheaper but leaves more of the face exposed.
- What comes in the box?
- Typically the mask, one 40mm filter and a carry bag. Check the listing, since some sellers ship the mask without a filter.