Benefits of Secure Fit Mask Frame
Based on expert opinion.
Qualities | Surgical / Procedure Masks | N95 | CT BIOTECH mask frame atop surgical mask |
|---|---|---|---|
Effective filter medium | Average | Very effective | Very effective |
Effective face-seal | Poor | (With seal testing) Perfect | Near perfect |
Total inhalation leakage | High leakage | Minimal leakage | Minimal leakage |
Facial movement impact on leakage | Yes. High leakage | Yes. Increased leakage | Minimal leakage |
Required seal testing | Not available | Required | Not required |
Comfort of use | Yes | No | Yes - custom fitted |
Fogging of glasses / face shield | Yes | Mild | Mild |
Effective pediatric use | Yes | Difficult | Yes - custom fitted |
Speech intelligibility impact | Minimum impact | Significant impact | Minimum impact |
Impact of breathing | Minimal | Significant | Minimal |
Long lasting | No | No | Yes, with replaceable masks |
Overall effectiveness | Mild | High | High |
Lifetime value | Low | Low | High |