Independent lab test #113
NNPCBT 3Ply Disposable Filter Face Masks Surgical Review - Independent Lab Test Results
NNPCBT Surgical mask did not pass its Surgical benchmark with 91.05% filtration and 64 Pa airflow resistance.
- Standard
- Surgical
- Origin
- China
- Source
- Amazon
TL;DR
What the lab found
- NNPCBT Surgical mask measured 91.05% filtration versus all Armbrust-tested masks (n=365).
- At 64 Pa, NNPCBT Surgical mask had lower breathing resistance than 71.6% of Surgical masks (n=191).
- Its construction score of 25 ranked better than 98.9% of all Armbrust-tested masks (n=363).
Lab results
Test results table
| Measurement | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Overall result | Failed | Failed |
| Filtration efficiency | 91.05% | Fail |
| Airflow resistance | 64.0 Pa | Pass |
| Construction score | 25/25 | Lab score |
| Smell score | 10/25 | Lab score |
Verdict
Why it failed
NNPCBT Surgical mask did not pass because filtration was 91.05%.
Construction
Construction & Materials
But it does have this inner layer thing and it's not an actual seal.
Fit notes
How it feels
So I worry about if this thing's on a boat, if it's being exposed to any smells.
FAQ
Common questions
Does NNPCBT Surgical mask pass Armbrust's lab test?
NNPCBT Surgical mask did not pass Armbrust's lab test.
What filtration score did NNPCBT Surgical mask get?
NNPCBT Surgical mask measured 91.05% filtration in the lab test.
How breathable is NNPCBT Surgical mask?
NNPCBT Surgical mask measured 64 Pa airflow resistance in the lab test.
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