Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator, 6502QL/49490, Medium

Model 70071621844 · 3M

Overview

3M™ Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6500QL Series features the convenient quick latch drop-down mechanism for putting the facepiece on and taking it off while moving in and out of contaminated areas. Designed for comfort, durability and stability with a firm, lightly textured silicone faceseal. 3M™ 6500QL Series is NIOSH-approved with a wide variety of 3M bayonet-style filters and cartridges.

Key features

Quick latch drop-down mechanism allows for easy on and off for moving in and out of contaminated areas without needing to remove a hard hat or.
Reusable respirator designed for tough and dirty work environments
When used with the correct 3M bayonet-style filters and/or cartridges it can protect against gases, vapors and/or particulate hazards
Resilient silicone faceseal helps provide comfort, durability, and stability with a soft but firm seal
3M™ Cool Flow™ Valve allows for easy breathing and helps reduce warm and moist exhaled breath from inside the respirator
Low-profile, half-facepiece design offers a wide field of view

Applications

Chemical and pharmaceutical plants
Painting and spray booths
Cement, mining and quarrying
Welding and foundries

Standards and certification

NIOSH

Supplier: ISO 9001:2015 certified

MATERIALSilicone/Nylon

SIZEMedium

PRODUCT DATASHEETDoc. SSLS/DS/RP-142 · Rev. 01 · 13-Oct-2026

Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator, 6502QL/49490, Medium – technical data

Technical specifications

Brand	3M
Model	70071621844
Accessories	No
Case Quantity	10/case
Clip-on Welding Shield	No
Compatible with 3M™ PAPR Systems	Yes
Compatible with 3M™ Supplied Air System	No
Compatible with Welding Shield	Yes
Connection Type	Bayonet
Cool Flow™ Exhalation Valve	Yes
Drop-down Feature	Yes
Enhanced Comfort	Yes
Enhanced Durability	Yes
Exhalation Valve	Yes
Eye Protection	No
Facepiece Material	Silicone
Facepiece Type	Half Facepiece Reusable
Features	3M™ Cool Flow™ Valve
Harness Type	4 point Quick Latch
Maintenance Free	No
Material	Silicone/Nylon
Product Colour	Grey/Teal
Product Series	Rugged Comfort 6500
Product Type	Half Facepiece Respirator
Recommended Application	Cleaning, Composite Finishing, Demolition, Facility Maintenance, Grinding, Painting, Sanding, Welding

PRODUCT DATASHEETDoc. SSLS/DS/RP-142 · Rev. 01 · 13-Oct-2026

Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator, 6502QL/49490, Medium – technical data, continued

Technical specifications

Recommended Industry	Construction, Facility Sanitation, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Food Safety, General Manufacturing, Heavy Industrial, Manufacturing, Marine, Metal Production & Fabrication, Military Maintenance, Repair & Operation (MRO), Mining, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Transportation
Replaceable Cartridge Included	No
Silicone Faceseal	Yes
Six-point Head Harness	No
Size	Medium
Speaking Diaphragm	No
Welding	Yes
Standards	NIOSH

Ordering information

Brand	3M
Model	70071621844

Inspection and care

Replace disposable respirators when damaged, soiled or hard to breathe through. Change gas filters on the schedule set for the exposure. Clean and store reusable masks away from contaminants.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and chemicals.

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