Description
The 3M 15-0499-99 is the Adflo organic Vapor/Acid gas cartridge, a gas and vapor cartridge for the 3M Adflo PAPR; ADFLOTDS: "The OV/AG cartridge and nuisance odor pad assembly must always be used with the HE filter, pre-filter and spark arrestor.". The 3M chart lists it for Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide. 3M pack: 15-0499-99X02: 2 EA/Case; 15-0499-99X06: 6 EA/Case (3M.com product listings (November 2026); 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025)). Sold by the case. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
3M 15-0499-99 specifications
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| 3M part number | 15-0499-99 |
| 3M name | Adflo Organic Vapor/Acid Gas Cartridge 15-0499-99 |
| Type | Gas and vapor cartridge |
| NIOSH classes (3M chart) | Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide |
| 3M chart row | OV CL HC SD; OZ ticked (3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024)). 3M Adflo PAPR user instructions: "*Acid gas: NIOSH approval for sulfur dioxide, chlorine, hydrogen chloride". 3M.com product listings (November 2026) name: "Organic Vapor/Acid Gas(OV/SD/CL/HC)" |
| Fits | 3M Adflo PAPR; 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025): "The OV/AG cartridge and nuisance odor pad assembly must always be used with the HE filter, pre-filter and spark arrestor." |
| 3M pack | 15-0499-99X02: 2 EA/Case; 15-0499-99X06: 6 EA/Case (3M.com product listings (November 2026); 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025)) |
| End-of-service-life indicator | No end-of-service-life indicator is stated for this part in the documents fetched; 3M cartridge change schedules are set by the employer (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions "Cartridge and Filter Replacement"). |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024); 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025); 3M Adflo PAPR user instructions; 3M.com product listings (November 2026).
3M stock numbers on this page
| 3M stock number | 3M part number | 3M.com listing name | UPC | Previous stock number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7000128119 | 15-0499-99X06 | 3M Adflo Replacement Cartridges 15-0499-99X06, Organic Vapor/Acid Gas(OV/SD/CL/HC), 6 EA/Case | 50051131499022 | 70071608189 |
Source: 3M.com product listings (November 2026); distributor product pages where 3M.com returned no card.
What the 3M chart lists for the 15-0499-99
| NIOSH class or note | Status |
|---|---|
| Organic Vapor | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Chlorine | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Hydrogen Chloride | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Sulfur Dioxide | Listed by the 3M chart |
| Ozone (not a NIOSH class) | 3M recommendation only; the chart notes the part is not NIOSH approved for ozone |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024), cartridge and filter table; 3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions, Tables 6 and 7.
3M use notes for the 15-0499-99
3M recommended for ozone up to 1ppm for up to 40 hours. Not NIOSH approved for ozone. (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions Table 6 footnote 3; 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024) note 3)
3M Adflo PAPR user instructions: run time 5.5 h with OV/AG cartridge vs 10-12 h HE only (battery); 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025): between 5000 and 10,000 feet MSL use only with the HE filter
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024); 3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions; 3M Cartridge and Filter Guide (brochure 70-0714-8870-7).
PAPR systems that take the 15-0499-99
3M Adflo PAPR; 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025): "The OV/AG cartridge and nuisance odor pad assembly must always be used with the HE filter, pre-filter and spark arrestor.". Adflo PAPR: every filter, headtop, part and NIOSH approval on one page.
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024).
NIOSH approvals naming the 15-0499-99
The NIOSH Certified Equipment List carries 8 current 3M Company approvals whose product line names it: 8 chemical cartridge (TC-23C).
| Approval | Product line | For protection against | Facepiece |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-23C-3817 | Adflo PAPR, w/9100 Air headgear, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filter | — | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3818 | Adflo PAPR, w/9100 FX Air headgear, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filter | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3819 | Adflo PAPR, w/9100 MP Air headgear, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filter | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3820 | Adflo PAPR, w/M-101 Faceshield Shell, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filt | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3821 | Adflo PAPR, w/M-201 Faceshield Shell, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filt | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3822 | Adflo PAPR, w/M-301 Hard Hat Shell, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filter | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3823 | Adflo PAPR, w/M-401 Helmet Shell, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0299-99 filter | Chlorine, HEPA (PAPR only), Hydrogen Chloride, Organic Vapor, Sulfur Dioxide | Both Hood and Helmet |
| TC-23C-3824 | Adflo PAPR, w/G-501 (46-0099-35) Welding Helmet, w/BPK-HD or BPK-01 backpack assemblies, w/15-0499-99 cartridge and 15-0 | — | Both Hood and Helmet |
Source: NIOSH Certified Equipment List (November 2026), manufacturer 3M Company.
Every 3M PAPR cartridge and filter we list
| Part number | 3M name | NIOSH classes (3M chart) | Label color |
|---|---|---|---|
| TR-3712N | Versaflo High Efficiency Filter TR-3712N | HE | — |
| TR-6710N | Versaflo High Efficiency Filter TR-6710N | HE | — |
| TR-6510N | Versaflo Organic Vapor/HE Cartridge TR-6510N | Organic Vapor, HE | — |
| TR-6530N | Versaflo Organic Vapor/Acid Gas/HE Cartridge TR-6530N | Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Sulfur Dioxide, HE | — |
| TR-6590N | Versaflo Multi-Gas/HE Cartridge TR-6590N | Organic Vapor, Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Sulfur Dioxide, Ammonia, Methylamine, Mercury Vapor, HE | — |
| 15-0299-99 | Adflo High Efficiency Particulate Filter 15-0299-99 | HE | — |
| 15-0009-99 | Adflo Spark Arrestor 15-0009-99 | — | — |
Source: 3M Cartridge and Filter Summary (2024).
Catalog data
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Packaging | 6/case |
| Type | Cartridge/Filter |
| Color | Magenta/Yellow |
| Resistance | Organic Vapors; Sulfur Dioxide; Chlorine; Hydrogen Chloride |
Source: Manufacturer published product data as carried in our catalog.
3M Adflo 15-0499-99X06 replacement cartridge adds organic vapor and acid gas protection (OV/SD/CL/HC) to the 3M Adflo powered air purifying respirator. This Adflo PAPR cartridge is for welders using Speedglas helmets who need gas and vapor protection beyond particulates.
- Cartridge type: organic vapor and acid gas (OV/SD/CL/HC)
- Part number: 15-0499-99X06
- Color code: magenta/yellow
- Compatible with: 3M Adflo PAPR
- Packaging: 6 per case
Welding contractors working around coatings, solvents or galvanized material can add vapor and gas protection to an Adflo system. Manufacturer item number: 7000128119. Sold by the case of 6.
Sold by the case
One case holds 6 pieces. The price shown is for the full case; quantity 1 = 1 case (6 pieces).
3M 15-0499-99 questions
What does the 3M 15-0499-99 protect against? The 3M chart lists Organic Vapor, Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide. Nuisance-level relief and ozone notes are 3M recommendations, not NIOSH approvals, where the chart marks them.
Which 3M facepieces take the 15-0499-99? 3M Adflo PAPR; 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025): "The OV/AG cartridge and nuisance odor pad assembly must always be used with the HE filter, pre-filter and spark arrestor.".
How does 3M pack the 15-0499-99? 15-0499-99X02: 2 EA/Case; 15-0499-99X06: 6 EA/Case (3M.com product listings (November 2026); 3M Adflo PAPR technical data sheet (2025)).
Does the 15-0499-99 have an end-of-service-life indicator? No end-of-service-life indicator is stated for this part in the documents fetched; 3M cartridge change schedules are set by the employer (3M 6000 Series half facepiece user instructions "Cartridge and Filter Replacement").
Guides: cartridge change schedules · P100 vs N95 vs R95 · PAPR vs air-purifying respirators · assigned protection factors · all respirators by model and hazard.
