{"product_id":"north-5500-series-half-mask-elastomeric-with-dual-n-series-cartridge-connectors-copy","title":"North RU8500 Series Blue Half Mask with Speech Diaphragm and Industrial Exhalation Cover - Blue","description":"    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell North® RU8500 Series Half Mask Respirator\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced, premium reusable half-mask engineered for demanding industrial, aerospace MRO, chemical processing, and high-noise shop environments. Molded from 100% royal blue medical-grade silicone, the RU8500 offers exceptional face-sealing flexibility, cold-weather pliability, and long-term durability without causing skin irritation or pressure points. What sets the RU8500 apart is its integrated mechanical speech diaphragm, which delivers crisp, distortion-free voice transmission without requiring the wearer to compromise the facepiece seal. Equipped with an industrial exhalation valve cover directed downward to prevent lens fogging and protect the exhalation assembly from chemical spatter, the RU8500 features dual N-Series threaded connectors compatible with all Honeywell North® cartridges and filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Cross-References\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeywell Safety Products \/ North®\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e North® RU8500 Series Reusable Half Masks\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacepiece Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Medical-Grade Silicone (Latex-Free, Royal Blue)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated Mechanical Speech Diaphragm\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExhalation Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Industrial Downward-Directed Exhalation Valve Deflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Connection Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual N-Series Thread-On Connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarness Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-Cradle Suspension Harness with Heavy-Duty Woven Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small (RU85001S), Medium (RU85001M), Large (RU85001L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Convertible to PAPR (Powered Air-Purifying Respirator) and Continuous Flow Supplied Air systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003eApproved Specifications \u0026amp; 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