CH15™ Compact CBRN Escape Hood
The CH15 Escape Hood is a ultra-thin, single size respiratory escape device that provides a minimum of 15 minutes of respiratory, vision and facial protection against CBRN threats.
Developed in conjunction with The Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office (CTTSO), this next generation escape respirator provides all around rapid deployment protection for specialist users and protective detail.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Avon Protection Systems, Inc. |
Product Name |
| CH15™ Compact CBRN Escape Hood |
Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; |
Detection Method |
| PPE/Decon; |
Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
Equipment Type |
| PPE |
Product Synopsis |
| The CH15 Escape Hood is a ultra-thin, single size respiratory escape device that provides a minimum of 15 minutes of respiratory, vision and facial protection against CBRN threats.
Developed in conjunction with The Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office (CTTSO), this next generation escape respirator provides all around rapid deployment protection for specialist users and protective detail. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: CH15.pdf; |
Dimensions |
| 8.7 x 4.2 x 1.4 in (22 x 10.7 x 3.6 cm) (packaging) |
Weight |
| <5 lbs.; 1.5 lbs. (0.67 kg) |
Power Requirements |
| None |
Noise Produced |
| None |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None, No fit test requirements, No replaceable parts, No maintenance or inspections required |
Shelf Life |
| >5 years; when stored between -15 to 40°C (5 to 105 °F). |
Unit Cost |
| $165.00 |
Maintenance Cost |
| None |
Decontaminable |
| No |
Filter Range |
| CBRN |
Flame Resistant |
| No |
Live Agent Tested |
| Yes |
NIOSH Approved |
| Yes |
Number of Eyepieces |
| 2 |
Operating Time |
| 30-60 minutes |
Pressure |
| Negative |
Protection Factor |
| > 2000 |
Recommended Usage Time |
| 15 minutes |
Shelf Life |
| 5 years when stored between 5F and 105F (-15C and 40C) |
Sizes |
| 1 |
Standards Met |
| PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425: Type-examination approval for CE Marking – Module B: Certificate CE 722107 |
Time to Don |
| < 10 seconds |
Visor Coating |
| Anti-fog, optically correct eye lenses |
Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
Training Available |
| No but a training hood is provided to the end-user for practice purposes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes, as well a training CD |
Warranties |
| Yes |
U.S. EAR Compliant |
| Yes |