Respirator – RPB Nova 3 with Leather Cape & Flow Control Valve, Includes Medium Side Pads, NIOSH TC-19C-456 Type CE

Part Number: NV3-702-52
Weight: 6.00 lbs

The RPB® Nova 3® Respirator with Leather Cape is engineered for abrasive blasting professionals who demand maximum durability, premium protection, and advanced comfort features on the job. Certified under NIOSH Approval No. TC-19C-456 Type CE, this respirator delivers full respiratory, face, and eye protection in the harshest blasting environments.

This model includes a heavy-duty leather cape, offering superior resistance to sparks, heat, sharp media rebound, and harsh working conditions. Leather provides increased durability and protection over nylon capes, making it ideal for high-impact or high-abrasion blasting applications.

The integrated Flow Control Valve allows the operator to precisely adjust incoming air flow and temperature, promoting comfort throughout extended work periods. Medium side pads come standard, improving helmet fit, stability, and long-term wearability.

Key Features & Benefits

NIOSH-Approved – TC-19C-456 Type CE

• Meets NIOSH standards for abrasive blasting respirators

• Ensures reliable full-face and respiratory protection

• Suitable for a wide range of industrial blasting hazards

Heavy-Duty Leather Cape

• Superior durability compared to nylon capes

• Enhanced protection from heat, sparks, sharp abrasive rebound, and harsh media

• Ideal for demanding environments such as steel fabrication, foundries, and heavy blasting

Flow Control Valve

• Allows operators to fine-tune airflow and temperature

• Helps maintain comfort across changing jobsite conditions

• Reduces operator fatigue during long blasting shifts

Medium Side Pads Included

• Enhances helmet stability and balance

• Reduces pressure points for long-duration wear

• Adjustable for a personalized, secure fit

Ergonomic, Operator-Focused Design

• Padded, lightweight internal lining

• Balanced weight distribution minimizes neck and shoulder strain

• Built for all-day use in demanding environments

Rugged, Low-Maintenance Construction

• Durable outer shell designed to withstand industrial abuse

• Quick-change lens system reduces downtime

• Modular components simplify cleaning, inspections, and repairs

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Ideal Applications

• Heavy abrasive blasting

• Steel fabrication, foundries, and shipyards

• Coating removal, rust removal, industrial surface prep

• High-abrasion environments with severe media rebound

• Jobs requiring maximum cape durability and operator protection