MITA assesses the overall integrity of masks by performing an aerosol leak test utilizing the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester as a particle detector. While under conditions of negative pressure and constant flow, the mask is tested on a full headform with an enhanced bladder seal system to provide a tight seal for most CBRN gas mask and commercial respirator types and sizes. Testing masks on MITA’s full headform configuration allows for use of the mask’s head harness, mimicking a real-life application and providing more accurate test results.

If a leak is detected during the assessment, the integrated aerosol wand and the generator are used to pinpoint invisible leaks for quick evaluation and repair. The operator uses the aerosol wand to direct a stream of concentrated particles at specific locations around the mask until the single-particle counting capability of the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester detects the suddenly elevated particle concentration and alerts the operator.

Mask integrity testing

Exhalation valve testing

Drink tube testing

Universal AC Adapter with Line-Cord

Headform

Headform Mask Sample Plug

#1 and #3 Rubber Stoppers

Mask Bypass Hose

Twin Tube with 1 in. relief cut

Aerosol Wand

Aerosol Generator Assembly

Aerosol Containment Hood

Aerosol Mixer

Mask Filter Plug

HEPA Filter Canister (x2)

Drink Tube Sampling Hose

DT & EV Bypass Hose

Emery Oil (500 ml)

PortaCount Fit Tester Interface Cable (for Models 8030/8038 only)

MITA Computer Cable

USB to Serial Converter

MITA Communicator Software CD

Quick Start Guide

Self Check Components Reference Card

Operators' Manual

Calibration Certificate

One-Year Warranty

Separate tests for overall mask integrity (Protection Factor), exhalation valve and drink tube

Integrated aerosol wand pinpoints leak locations, allowing for immediate evaluation and repair

Full headform configuration allows for use of the mask’s head harness, mimicking real-life application and providing more accurate test results.

Single head form with an enhanced bladder seal system creates a tight seal for most gas mask and full face respirator types and sizes.

Easy-to-read display with an intuitive step-by-step test sequence allows for minimal operator training

Streamlined menu structure and no-nonsense keypad eliminate redundant button pushing

Quick setup/teardown process saves time

Efficient test sequence allows for 12+ mask assessments per hour

Packaged for ease of transport with one carrying case for the instrument and all components