Benefits of Secure Fit Mask Frame

Based on expert opinion.

Qualities
Surgical / Procedure Masks
N95
CT BIOTECH mask frame atop surgical mask
Effective filter medium
Average
Very effective
Very effective
Effective face-seal
Poor
(With seal testing) Perfect
Near perfect
Total inhalation leakage
High leakage
Minimal leakage
Minimal leakage
Facial movement impact on leakage
Yes. High leakage
Yes. Increased leakage
Minimal leakage
Required seal testing
Not available
Required
Not required
Comfort of use
Yes
No
Yes - custom fitted
Fogging of glasses / face shield
Yes
Mild
Mild
Effective pediatric use
Yes
Difficult
Yes - custom fitted
Speech intelligibility impact
Minimum impact
Significant impact
Minimum impact
Impact of breathing
Minimal
Significant
Minimal
Long lasting
No
No
Yes, with replaceable masks
Overall effectiveness
Mild
High
High
Lifetime value
Low
Low
High