3M™ E-A-R™ Skull Screws™ Earplugs
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Details
Highlights
- Tough look of threaded metal
- Ultra soft foam tips feel comfortable for extended wear
- Noise reduction rating (NRR)*: 32 dB
- Unique shape and color appeals to some users to help with compliance
- Available with or without cords to suit user preference
- CSA Class AL
- *U.S. EPA specifies the NRR as the measure of hearing protector noise reduction. However, 3M makes no warranties as to the suitability of the NRR for this purpose. 3M strongly recommends personal fit testing of hearing protectors. Research suggests that users may receive less noise reduction than indicated by the attenuation label value(s) on the packaging due to variation in fit, fitting skill, and motivation of the user. Refer to applicable regulations or guidance on how to adjust attenuation label values. It is recommended that the NRR be reduced by 50% to better estimate typical protection
3M™ E-A-R™ Skull Screws™ Earplugs bring rugged style as well as noise reduction. Even though they look like threaded metal, these ear tips are made with ultra soft foam to help comfortably protect the wearer. The large foam ear tips of these push-to-fit earplugs are inserted into the ear canal with a simple push of the firm plastic fitting stems.
The plastic fitting stems are designed to help with insertion and removal of the ear tips, even if wearing gloves, helping ear tips stay clean longer. The ultra-soft conical shaped ear tip with raised ribs that look like screw threads and the fitting stem in the shape of a Phillips head screw provide an overall look that might appeal to some users to help with compliance. The large cone shaped ear tip is designed to help fit a variety of ear canal shapes and sizes. This product is EARfit testable to help validate the level of protection the individual user is getting.
Typical properties
| Attenuation Rating | 32.0 Decibel |
| Banded | No |
| Case Quantity | 480 Pair |
| Cord Color | Gray |
| Cord Type | Vinyl, None |
| Corded | Yes, No |
| Dielectric | No |
| Dispenser Available | No |
| Earplug Color | Gray |
| Earplug Material | Foam/Thermoplastic |
| Earplug Shape | Cone |
| Earplug Size | Regular |
| Electrically Insulated | Yes |
| Hearing Protection Style | Corded, Cordless |
| Hearing Protection Type | Eartips |
| Insertion Style | Push-to-fit |
| Metal Detectable | No |
| Moisture Resistant | No |
| Product Code | P1300, P1301 |
| Product Series | E-A-R |
| Product Type | Earplugs |
| Recommended Application | Facility Maintenance, Demolition, Blasting, Welding, Sanding, Grinding, Machine Operation, Electrical, Cleaning, Painting, Final Finish, Paint Preparation, Assembly, Composite Finishing |
| Recommended Industry | Oil & Gas, Transportation, Design & Construction, Heavy Infrastructure, Industrial Maintenance, Marine, Metal Fabrication, Pharmaceutical, Construction, General Manufacturing, Military Maintenance, Repair & Operation (MRO), Automotive, Military Maintenance, Repair & Operation (MO), Mining, Commercial Buildings |
| Reusable | Yes |
| Roll-Down Required | No |
| Shape | Push-to-fit Foam |
| Slow-Recovery Foam | Yes |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Pair |
Resources
Hearing Protection for Impulse Noise Technical BulletinData Sheets
(PDF, 267KB)
How to Use the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) Technical BulletinData Sheets
(PDF, 22KB)
Reviews
For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.
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