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[Preprint]. 2021 Feb 19:2021.02.16.21251850. [Version 1] doi: 10.1101/2021.02.16.21251850

Table 1:

Source control devices used in experiments. In this paper, the reusable cloth face masks, neck gaiters and bandanas are referred to collectively as “cloth masks”. IL is inner layer, ML is middle layer, and OL is outer layer. Photographs are shown in Figures S1S3.

Type Manufacturer Product Fastener Material
Medical masks & respirators 3M Model 1860 N95 respirator and surgical mask (TC-84A-0006) Two elastic straps around head Polypropylene and polyethylene composition
BYD N95 filtering facepiece respirator (TC-84A-9221) Two elastic straps around head IL and OL: Polypropylene spun-bound nonwoven fabric. ML: Polypropylene melt-blown nonwoven + hot air cotton
3M Model 1818 surgical mask Two ties behind head Poly(ethylene terephthalate) and polypropylene
Excellent Artisan Procedure mask Ear loops 3-ply, Nonwoven. Fabric composition unknown
Reusable cloth face masks Hanes Defender 3-ply mask Ear loops 100% cotton
EnerPlex 3-ply mask Ear loops IL and ML: 65% polyester, 35% cotton.
OL: 100% polyester
Craft & Soul 2-ply mask Ear loops 65% polyester, 35% cotton
Lefty 2-ply face mask Ear loops 92% polyester, 8% spandex
Badger 4-ply mask Ear loops IL : 100% cotton. MLs: melt blown filters.
OL: air mesh polyester
Debrief Me 3-ply mask with PM 2.5 filter Ear loops IL 100% cotton, ML and OL: polyester blend
Fabrique Innovations Mask Ear loops 100% cotton
Besungo Mask with PM 2.5 filter & exhalation valves Ear loops and Velcro neck strap Nylon
Inspire 2-ply mask with PM 2.5 filter Ear loops Polyester/cotton blend
Neck gaiters FKGIONG Neck gaiter Encircles head 95% polyester, 5% spandex
AXBXCX Neck gaiter Encircles head Polyester
Retro Brand Neck gaiter Encircles head 100% polyester
Givon Neck gaiter Encircles head 100% polyester fleece
Bandanas L & M Bandana Ties behind head 100% cotton
Underwear Bandana/gaiter Ear loops Polyester blend