Table 2. Definitions and standards of detection indicators.
Detection indicator | Definition | Eligibility criteria |
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Pressure difference /Pa | The resistance of mask with the specified area and specified flow | ≤49 |
Particle filtration efficiency /% | Under specified test conditions, the filter element filters out the percentage of particulate matter | ≥30 |
Bacterial filtration efficiency /% | Percentage filtration of bacteria-containing suspended particles by mask material at a specified flow rate | ≥95 |
Resistance to surface wetting | The resistance of fabrics to wetting or penetration by water, measured by the spray rating | ≥3 |