3M 7100009685 | Versaflo 17379 Vinyl Black Breathing Tube

Description

The 3M 7100009685 Versaflo BT-30 vinyl breathing tube is made to provide consistent supplied-air performance when used with Versaflo headtops and portable panels. This respirator tube has a flexible helix that automatically adjusts to the wearer's length, ensuring an unobstructed 51 CFM airpath for a reliable breathing air supply. The tube is made of strong black vinyl that resists kinking and is suitable for cleaning, transportation, and light industrial applications. The BT-30 integrates seamlessly with 3M-supplied air respirator systems and is frequently specified as a like-for-like replacement where serviceability and dependability are important. It is technically compatible with a wide range of Versaflo components, making field replacement and service inventory management easier. For users looking for alternative part references, the BT family, including the 3M BT-31, has a similar form factor and performance characteristics, making stocking easier. The black 3M 7100009685 is designed to meet workplace continuity and operator comfort requirements while also being sized and rated for routine supplied-air use.

Product Features and Benefits

Flexible helix for automatic length adjustment

The 3M 7100009685 has an internal helix that allows the breathing tube to extend and retract to match the user's posture, ensuring an uninterrupted air supply and reducing strain on headtops and harnesses.

51 CFM rated airflow capacity

The 3M supplied air respirator has a flow rate of 51 cubic feet per minute, which is sufficient for Versaflo PAPR and supplied-air configurations under normal working conditions.

Durable black vinyl construction

Black vinyl resists abrasion, kinking, and common contaminants, delivering extended service life and predictable performance in cleaning and transport environments.

Direct compatibility with Versaflo supplied-air systems

The 3M BT-31 is designed to be plug-in compatible with 3M Versaflo TR-300 series and AP-600 portable panels, reducing installation time and spare-part complexity.

Service-friendly replacement part

Field-replaceable design and standard connections simplify maintenance and decrease downtime for service teams managing respirator fleets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a breath tube compatible with Versaflo headtops?

Yes, the 3M BT-30 is a breathing tube designed to connect Versaflo headtops to Versaflo air sources.

Is this respirator tube rated for 51 CFM airflow?

Yes, the tube is rated to maintain approximately 51 CFM under normal supplied-air conditions.

Is the product the black 3M 7100009685 vinyl tube shown in the specs?

Yes, the part is supplied in black vinyl and listed as 3M 7100009685.

Can I use 3M BT-31 as an alternative in my supplied-air respirator setup?

Possibly, BT-31 is a related part in the BT family; verify compatibility against your Versaflo model before substituting.

Warning:

This product can expose you to materials and/or chemicals including arsenic, lead, and other materials and/or chemicals which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.

For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov