Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) – AYO WX Series
The Most Practical PAPR Respirators for Protecting Workers’ Lungs
Designed for demanding breathing protection in dusty or toxic industrial settings.
Worn around the neck with no hose or belt, in full-face and half-face loose-fitting configurations.
Certified to Australian & European Standards
AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR P3 · EN 12941:2023 TH3 · EN 12942:2023 TM3 · EN 12942:2023 TM3 A2 · A1B1E1K1
Breath-Responsive
No Hose, No Belt, No Hassles
Australian Owned & Operated
Proudly invented, designed, and optimised in Australia
Beard and Facial Hair Compatible
Certified Loose-Fitting Full-Face and Half-Face
What Is a PAPR (Powered Air Purifying Respirator)?
A PAPR respirator — short for powered air purifying respirator, and often simply called a powered respirator — uses a battery-powered blower to draw air through a filter and deliver it to the mask. The mask is kept under positive pressure, so the wearer does not have to make extra effort to pull air through the filter with their own lungs.
How the AYO WX PAPR Respirator Works
The PAPR respirator system comprises a mask assembly and a main unit that is worn around the neck. The elastic tube-shaped module at the back of the neck contains an Aimwell state-of-the-art blower that draws clean air from the filter unit at the left side of the face and propels it to the mask via a sealed air path within the control unit at the right side of the face. The control unit contains a replaceable battery providing long-lasting power to the blower and smart electronics that control the airflow breath by breath to maintain a positive pressure inside the mask according to your breathing needs. The mask and main unit are linked by Aimwell patented Push-fit & Twist-release connection, making the system easy to don and doff.
The modular design allows a system to be configured from a range of masks and main units according to your protection needs, making it highly practical and flexible.
1 · Filter
2 · Blower
3 · Breath-Responsive Airflow
Breath-responsive flow control: airflow (top) follows each breath while mask pressure (bottom) stays positive.
Which PAPR Main Unit Do You Need: P-Boost or Gas?
Every AYO WX powered respirator is built around a main unit worn around the neck. Choose it by the hazard.
P-BoostParticulates
- The particulate main unit, with ECO and BOOST modes: BOOST delivers up to twice the airflow of ECO for high-exertion work.
- For dusts and fumes such as silica dust, asbestos and welding fumes.
- PAPR P3 filter, certified to AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR P3.
- Breath-responsive flow control with up to 205 L/min peak flow.
- Battery typically lasts 8 to 16 hours and is user-replaceable.
- Available on every AYO WX system.
GasGases and vapours
- Combines a gas cartridge with a HEPA particulate filter. Gas cartridge options: A2-EU / A1B1E1K1-EU.
- Up to 130 L/min peak flow; battery runs a minimum of 4 hours, up to 9 hours.
- Certified to AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR-A1P3 and EN 12942:2023 TM3 A2 · A1B1E1K1.
- Tight-fitting systems: FFM-DS, HFM, HFM-SP and HFM-W.
- Relevant to the 2026 workplace exposure limit changes.
Loose-Fitting vs Tight-Fitting vs Dual-Fitting PAPR Respirators
How a PAPR respirator mask fits the face decides who can wear it and which standard it is certified to. For hoods, helmets and other designs, see the different types of powered respirator.
Loose-fitting
Positive pressure from the blower keeps contaminated air out, so the mask does not depend on a face seal. The AYO WX FFM-LF P-Boost, HFM P-Boost and HFM-W P-Boost are certified to loose-fitting PAPR standard EN 12941:2023 TH3 and can be used without the need for fit testing.
Tight-fitting
AYO WX FFM-DS, HFM, HFM-SP and HFM-W P-Boost and Gas are required to fit to a clean-shaven face and fit-tested for the highest class of protection: EN 12942:2023 TM3, AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR P3. The tight-fitting half-face and full-face systems provide 4 times better protection than their loose-fitting counterparts. Gas configurations are tight-fitting.
Dual-fitting
AYO WX HFM and HFM-W P-Boost Dual-Fitting half-face mask PAPRs are built for practicality: the same PAPR can be used as either loose-fitting or tight-fitting. The FFM-DS and FFM-LF full-face masks are interchangeable, so one system can switch between tight-fitting and loose-fitting.
Aimwell Solution to Keep Your Beard and Avoid Fit Testing
Face Seal Add-ons are available for all masks to cover longer beards.
AYO WX HFM P-Boost: keep your beard, avoid fit testing
AYO WX FFM-LF P-Boost loose-fitting system
FFM-LF and FFM-DS Interchangeability
Compare AYO WX PAPR Respirator Systems
All AYO WX PAPR respirator systems share the same around-neck design. They differ in the mask: full-face or half-face, and loose-fitting, tight-fitting or dual-fitting. Most are available with a P-Boost main unit for particulates or a Gas main unit for gases and vapours.
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| System | Mask | Sizes | Fit | Main unit | AS/NZS 1716 PC10112 |
EN 12941 TH3 CE |
EN 12942 TM3 CE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AYO WX FFM-LF | Full-face | ML | Loose-fitting | P-Boost | ✓ P-Boost | ✓ P-Boost | — |
| AYO WX FFM-DS | Full-face, double seal | ML | Tight-fitting | P-Boost or Gas | ✓ P-Boost & Gas | — | ✓ P-Boost & Gas |
| AYO WX HFM | Half-face | S · M · L | Dual-fitting | P-Boost or Gas | ✓ P-Boost & Gas | ✓ P-Boost | ✓ P-Boost & Gas |
| AYO WX HFM-SP | Half-face, speech-enhanced | S · M · L | Dual-fitting | P-Boost or Gas | ✓ P-Boost & Gas | — | — |
| AYO WX HFM-W | Half-face, welding | M · L | Dual-fitting | P-Boost or Gas | ✓ P-Boost & Gas | ✓ P-Boost | ✓ P-Boost & Gas |
AYO WX PAPR P-Boost Systems
The P-Boost main unit for particulates such as dust and fumes. Shop PAPR P-Boost Systems
Loose-fitting · Size ML
Loose-fitting full-face mask PAPR P-Boost System, certified to EN 12941:2023 TH3 for workers with beards.
Tight-fitting · Size ML
Double-seal tight-fitting full-face mask PAPR P-Boost System, interchangeable with the FFM-LF loose-fitting mask.
Dual-fitting · S/M/L
Dual-fitting half-face mask PAPR P-Boost System: the same mask can be used loose-fitting or tight-fitting.
Dual-fitting · S/M/L
Speech-enhanced half-face mask PAPR P-Boost System for work that needs clearer speech or a two-way radio.
Dual-fitting · M/L
A welding-focused dual-fitting half-face mask PAPR P-Boost System, worn under a welding helmet.
AYO WX PAPR Gas Systems
The Gas main unit for gases, vapours and dust. Gas configurations are tight-fitting. Shop PAPR Gas Systems
Tight-fitting · Size ML
Double-seal full-face mask PAPR Gas System for gases, vapours and dust.
Tight-fitting · S/M/L
Half-face mask PAPR Gas System for organic vapours, other toxic gases and dust.
Tight-fitting · S/M/L
Speech-enhanced half-face mask PAPR Gas System for work that needs clearer speech or a two-way radio.
Tight-fitting · M/L
Welding half-face mask PAPR Gas System, worn under a welding helmet.
What Australian Companies Say About AYO WX PAPR Respirators
“The Aimwell™ AYO™ WX PAPRs are being used primarily by our underground work force. These devices provide less equipment to be worn on underground workers underground utility belts, bringing the respirator up onto the back of the neck. Workers have noted the significant comfort improvement, ease of communication, and reduced fatigue compared to disposable respirators. From a management perspective, the reduction in fit testing requirements and consumable waste are additional benefits that align with operational efficiency and sustainability goals.”
“The Aimwell™ AYO™ WX changed the game for us. Fit testing is obsolete, and our workers no longer have to choose between safety and comfort. The cost savings alone justified the switch—but seeing our team embrace the system without complaint? That’s priceless.”
“One of the female workers in our spray-painting workshop has tried the product, and she felt much better than with the non-powered respirator she used before: 1, there was no more smell from the spray; 2, it was lightweight; 3, she didn’t feel the heat in hot conditions, and breathing was smooth and comfortable. ”
“Very happy with the Aimwell™ AYO™ WX respirators as well as the after sales service from Eric and the team at Aimwell.
The Aimwell™ AYO™ WX have been an easily integrated into our WH&S program with excellent protection levels. They’re easy to use and clean, lighter and more comfortable to breath with than non powered respirators.
All accessories including fit test adaptors were easy to order and arrived by post the next day, They’re also almost half the price of other brands”
“The AYO™ WX FFM-LF PAPR System has been a game changer for the asbestos removal work we carry out at CleanSlate Asbestos WA. It’s easy to use, and the filtered, clean air pumped into the mask means no fogging — so you get a clear view throughout the job. The battery lasts a full shift and the unit is light enough not to be a burden while you work. The crew loves them, and we won’t be going back to regular masks. These PAPR masks make what is already an uncomfortable job a bit more manageable.”
AYO WX PAPR Certifications and Awards
AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR P3
Certificate PC10112, CMI Certification, valid to 1 December 2029.
EN 12941:2023 TH3 · EN 12942:2023 TM3 · EN 12942:2023 TM3 A2 · A1B1E1K1
CCQS Certification Services, Notified Body 2834.
Product of the Year 2022
Waterloo Filtration Institute.
Why Workers Switch to a PAPR Respirator
- The loose-fitting respirator systems are specifically designed for workers with facial hair without the need for fit testing, but still provide 10 times better protection (TH3) than well-fitted (clean-shaven) P3 non-powered respirators.
- Increasing productivity for work involving high exertion, substantial body movement, and in confined spaces.
- Ensuring protection and WHS compliance economically.
SILICOSIS IS FATAL TO YOUR HEALTH. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS WITH AYO WX
PAPR Respirator Use by Industry
Where AYO WX powered respirators are used, and the hazards they are chosen for.
PAPR for Construction and Concrete Dust
Concrete cutting, drilling, grinding and sanding that create silica dust.
PAPR for Stone Fabrication and Silica Dust
Cutting, polishing and CNC work on stone and other silica-containing materials.
PAPR for Asbestos Removal
Removal and handling of asbestos-containing materials, often in disposable coveralls and confined areas.
PAPR for Mining and Tunnelling
Underground and surface work with heavy dust, long shifts and tight spaces.
PAPR for Welding Fumes and Metal Fabrication
MIG, TIG and stick welding, cutting and grinding that create welding fumes, with the AYO WX HFM-W worn under a welding helmet.
PAPR for Solvents and Gases
Isocyanate-free coatings, cleaning and degreasing with solvents, using the Gas main unit.
AYO WX PAPR Respirator Features
Protection and certification
- Certified protection: AS/NZS 1716:2012 PAPR P3, EN 12941:2023 TH3 and EN 12942:2023 TM3.
- Positive pressure maintained by breath-responsive flow control, with up to 205 L/min peak flow (P-Boost).
- Superb fit factor with WX FFM-DS double-seal full-face mask and all WX half-face masks, typically over 2000 (Power-off mode with clean-shaven).
- The tight-fitting half-face and full-face systems provide 4 times better protection than their loose-fitting counterparts.
Around-neck design
- Patented around-neck design: no hose, no belt, not top-heavy, not face-heavy.
- Patented Push-fit & Twist-release connection for fast and easy donning and doffing.
- Low profile, lightweight, and great wearability – worn similarly to a non-powered respirator.
- Compatible with most helmets, protective goggles, and earmuffs.
Airflow, battery and alarms
- Filter-blocked alarm, low battery alarm, and 3-level peak flow check.
- Ample battery capacity with up to 16 hours of run time (P-Boost).
- Battery replaceable.
- Very easy to operate, clean, and maintain.
Masks and add-ons
- Practical Dual-Fitting half-face mask PAPRs: the same PAPR can be used as either loose-fitting or tight-fitting.
- Practical interchangeable full-face masks: switch between loose-fitting (FFM-LF) and tight-fitting (FFM-DS).
- Innovative Face Seal Add-ons for all masks for covering longer beards.
- Built-in speech diaphragm.
- Tailored two-way radio-enabled wireless speaker Add-On.
- Shower Kit Add-On for decontamination showers.
- Modular design with great flexibility for parts selection, replacement and sharing.
AYO™ TALK-MIC Add-On
It comprises an AYO™ TALK and an AYO™ MIC, where the AYO™ MIC is a customised wireless microphone and the AYO™ TALK is a customised multifunction speaker. When the AYO™ MIC is fitted in an AYO WX mask, it picks up the voice and sends it to the AYO™ TALK via Bluetooth wirelessly; the AYO™ TALK processes the received sound information, cancels any noise before amplifying the voice for communication in dusty and noisy environments.
AYO™ TALK-MIC Quick Guide
AYO™ TALK-MIC Sound Preview
See the AYO WX PAPR in Use
Short clips of the around-neck PAPR respirator with hard hats, earmuffs and both full-face masks.
Loose-fitting system with a hard hat and earmuffs
FFM-DS double-seal full-face mask with a hard hat
Full head movement with no hose or belt
The FFM-DS double seal
FFM Donning and Doffing Video
HFM Donning and Doffing Video
Who Makes AYO WX PAPR Respirators
Aimwell is an Australian respiratory protection manufacturer headquartered in Sydney. Aimwell designs the AYO WX powered air purifying respirator range in Sydney and manufactures it in its own ISO 9001-certified facility in China.
Our Sydney-based product design team has over 30 years of respiratory product design experience. The around-neck design and the micro-blower inside it are Aimwell’s own, with patents granted in Australia, China, the USA and the EU.
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PAPR Respirator FAQs
What does PAPR stand for?
PAPR stands for powered air purifying respirator. It is also called a powered respirator. A battery-powered blower pushes filtered air into the mask, so the wearer breathes under positive pressure instead of drawing air through the filter. Read more about the different types of PAPR.
Which AYO WX PAPR respirators can be worn with a beard?
The AYO WX FFM-LF P-Boost, HFM P-Boost and HFM-W P-Boost are certified to loose-fitting PAPR standard EN 12941:2023 TH3, so they can be used without the need for fit testing. Face Seal Add-ons are available for longer beards. Gas configurations are tight-fitting.
Do I need the P-Boost or the Gas main unit?
Choose P-Boost for particulates such as silica dust, asbestos and welding fumes. Choose Gas when the hazard includes gases or vapours: the Gas main unit combines a gas cartridge with a HEPA particulate filter. Compare P-Boost and Gas powered respirators.
Do I need fit testing with an AYO WX PAPR?
Not for the configurations certified as loose-fitting to EN 12941:2023 TH3: the AYO WX FFM-LF P-Boost, HFM P-Boost and HFM-W P-Boost. Tight-fitting use, including every Gas configuration, needs a clean-shaven face and fit testing. See fit testing and training requirements in Australia.
How long does the battery last?
Typically 8 to 16 hours with the P-Boost main unit, depending on workload and dust concentration, and a minimum of 4 hours, up to 9 hours, with the Gas main unit. The battery is replaceable and lasts typically 3 years. Charging and care are covered in the AYO WX user manuals.
Can I wear a hard hat, earmuffs or a welding helmet with it?
Yes. The blower and battery sit around the neck, not on the head or a belt, so AYO WX PAPR respirators are compatible with most helmets, protective goggles and earmuffs. The AYO WX HFM-W is designed for welding and is worn under a welding helmet. See Australia’s welding fume exposure standard.
Find the Right PAPR Respirator for Your Team
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