FM53

Product description

One Mask All Missions

Based on the US Special Operations 53 series mask, the FM53 has been specifically designed to improve integration with equipment for specialist tactical operations. Developed to counter the multiple threats encountered in modern war fighting and peace-keeping operations. It provides the highest levels of protection against traditional chemical warfare agents, radioactive dusts and biological threats.

Product approvals

•  Avon’s FM53 mask is NIOSH certified under CBRN APR standard cap 1 with the CBRNF12B Filter (approval number TC-14G-0305).
• NIOSH certified under Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 84 (42 CFR 84) for the FM53 Air Purifying Respirator with the CTF12 riot agent canister (approval number TC-14G-0304).

User focus of the product

The FM53 meets the unique requirements of special users, such as:

• First responders (HAZMAT and CBRN)
• Law enforcement
• Decontamination teams
• Clandestine drug lab entry and remediation
• Specialist entry teams
• Chemical spill clean-up
• Bio identification and clean up
• SWAT teams
• Bomb squads
• Specialist correctional officers
• FBI 

Product Features

• Patented VREU (Variable Resistance Exhalation Unit) allows the wearer to switch between negative pressure APR mode and positive pressure SCBA/PAPR/CCBA modes by simply rotating the VREU lever. This allows the FM53 to function as a stand-alone APR, or as an SCBA, PAPR or CCBA. Special note: NIOSH does not certify or approve respirators for multi-functional, combination use. The FM53 is NIOSH certified for CBRN protection under 42 CFR 84 as an APR only. The use of the FM53 as a means for CBRN protection with an SCBA, PAPR or CCBA has not yet been approved or allowed by NIOSH.
• The low profile cheek and single filter provides optimum weapons sighting.
• The panoramic single lens visor provides excellent field of view and compatibility with weapon sights and night vision equipment. It does not yellow or fog.
• Unique, low profile VPU (Voice Projection Unit) and secondary pass through for connection to radio equipment.
• 40mm filter thread for use with traditional and new low profile conformal filters for improved integration. Twin filter port option available.
• Agent resistant chlorobutyl/silicone facepiece is available in 4 sizes and 5 interchangeable silicone nose cups.
• Available with integrated second skin/hood for low profile head and shoulder liquid protection.
• The front module includes the primary speech module for excellent speech transmission, the exhalation valve, and the drinks train with a dual valve and drinks tube allowing drinking from standard canteens and bladder type systems.
• Easy to fit vision correction system.
• Designed to work specifically with Avon's tactical ST53 range of SCBA systems.
• The low profile 6-point harness provides excellent comfort and compatibility with many in service helmet systems.
• Range of outserts for increased ballistic protection and sighting benefits.

Product Options

• Integrated lightweight CBRN protective hood
• Hydration system connects to canteen or bladder system
• Outserts available in Clear, Sunlight, Blue-Blocker, and Laser to adapt to operational situation
• Communications lead
• ST53 system
• CBRNF12B Filter
• CTF12 Filter
• Vision Correction Assembly
• Range of Carriers