3M Organic Vapour Cartridge Filter – Model 6051 (A1)

The 3M™ Organic Vapour Cartridge Filter 6051 (Class A1) provides reliable respiratory protection against organic vapours with boiling points above 65°C. Designed for use with 3M™ reusable half-face and full-face respirators featuring the bayonet connection system, the 6051 is a trusted filter for industrial, chemical, and petrochemical environments requiring consistent gas and vapour protection.

Key Features

• Class A1 protection against organic vapours with boiling point above 65°C
• Brown colour-coded label per EN 14387 classification for easy identification
• Bayonet-style connection — quick click-in/click-out, quarter-turn lock mechanism
• Low breathing resistance for comfortable extended use
• Swept-back, low-profile design for optimised field of vision and face balance
• Compatible with 3M™ Particulate Filters 5925/5935 and Filter Retainer 501
• Sold as a pair (2 cartridges per pack)

Compatible Respirators

• 3M™ Half Face Respirator 6000 Series (6100, 6200, 6300)
• 3M™ Half Face Respirator 7500 Series (7501, 7502, 7503)
• 3M™ Half Face Respirator 6500 QL Series
• 3M™ Full Face Respirator 6000 Series
• 3M™ Full Face Respirator FF-400 Series

Protection Standard

Certified to EN 14387:2004 + A1:2008 — Gas filter type A1, for protection against certain organic gases and vapours (boiling point above 65°C). CE approved. Brown colour code per EN classification. Not for use in oxygen-deficient atmospheres or with isocyanate-based paints.

Typical Industrial Applications

• Chemical and petrochemical plants — solvent handling, organic vapour exposure
• Oil and gas facilities — hydrocarbon vapour protection
• Paint spraying and vehicle refinishing (conventional paints)
• Adhesive, resin, and coating manufacturing
• Ink and dye production and handling
• Aircraft manufacture and refurbishment

Specifications

• Model: 3M™ 6051
• Filter Class: A1
• Protection Type: Organic vapours (boiling point >65°C)
• Colour Code: Brown (EN 14387)
• Connection Type: Bayonet (¼-turn lock)
• Compatible Series: 3M 6000 / 7500 / 6500 QL / FF-400
• Standard: EN 14387:2004 + A1:2008
• Pack Contents: 2 cartridges (1 pair)
• Brand: 3M
• SKU: Filter-3M-6051-A1

Installation

• Align the filter notch with the 3M logo on the facepiece
• Turn the filter ¼ turn clockwise until it stops
• To remove: turn ¼ turn anti-clockwise
• Always replace both filters at the same time