Description
The Dräger X-plore 5500 is a full face mask with two side-positioned bayonet connections for X-plore Bayonet filters. Versions: R55270 (EPDM/PC (polycarbonate visor, plastic frame)), R56655 (EPDM/Triplex (Triplex glass visor, stainless steel frame)). Mask body EPDM, hypoallergenic, with double sealing frame and threefold sealing edges; sizes Universal. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days. X-plore 5500: every filter, part and NIOSH approval on one page.
Dräger X-plore 5500 specifications
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Mask type | Full face mask |
| Mask body | EPDM, hypoallergenic, with double sealing frame and threefold sealing edges |
| Sizes | Universal |
| Versions | R55270 (EPDM/PC (polycarbonate visor, plastic frame)), R56655 (EPDM/Triplex (Triplex glass visor, stainless steel frame)) |
| Visor | 180 degree polycarbonate or Triplex |
| Filter connection | Two side-positioned bayonet connections for X-plore Bayonet filters |
| Head harness | 5-point head harness |
| Weight | approx. 540 g |
| Approvals | NIOSH |
Source: Dräger X-plore 5500 product information (DMC-113276).
X-plore Bayonet filters for this mask
The bayonet filter sheet states all X-plore Bayonet filters and cartridges are NIOSH approved with the full range of X-plore half and full face masks (3300, 3500, 5500); the gas cartridges can be upgraded to combination cartridges with the pad attachments or the X-plore Pure with an adapter. OV = Organic Vapors, AG = Acid Gases, CL = Chlorine, HC = Hydrogen Chloride, SD = Sulfur Dioxide, HF = Hydrogen Fluoride, FM = Formaldehyde, CD = Chlorine Dioxide, AM = Ammonia, MA = Methylamine, HS = Hydrogen Sulfide, PH = Phosphine (Dräger filter color-code key).
| Order no. | Type | Filter code | Packing unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6740830 | Particle filter | P100 Bayonet | 22 pcs = 11 pairs |
| 6738350 | Particle filter | Pure P100 | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738392 | Particle filter | Pure P100 Odor (P100 with nuisance OV/AG odor relief) | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738020 | Particle filter pad | N95 pad | 20 pcs |
| 6738021 | Particle filter pad | R95 pad | 20 pcs |
| 6738024 | Gas filter | OV | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738027 | Gas filter | AM/MA | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738025 | Gas filter | OV/AG/HF/FM/CD | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738351 | Gas filter | Multi-Gas+ (OV/AG/HF/FM/CD/AM/MA/HS) | 20 pcs = 10 pairs |
| 6738034 | Combination filter | OV/P100 | 14 pcs = 7 pairs |
| 6738037 | Combination filter | AM/MA/P100 | 14 pcs = 7 pairs |
| 6738035 | Combination filter | OV/AG/HF/FM/CD/P100 | 14 pcs = 7 pairs |
| 6738361 | Combination filter | Multi-Gas+/P100 (OV/AG/HF/FM/CD/AM/MA/HS/P100) | 14 pcs = 7 pairs |
| 6738356 | Accessory | Pure Adapter (for use with gas filters to combine with Pure P100) | 10 pcs |
| 6738038 | Accessory | Filter Pad Retainer | 12 pcs |
| 6738039 | Accessory | Filter Pad Base | 12 pcs |
Source: Dräger X-plore Bayonet Filters NIOSH product information (DMC-109824).
NIOSH approvals naming the X-plore 5500
The NIOSH Certified Equipment List carries 16 current Dräger approvals naming it: 3 chemical cartridge (TC-23C), 13 air-purifying particulate (TC-84A). The first 12:
| Approval | Product line | For protection against | Facepiece |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-23C-2222 | X-plore 5500 full facepiece with 6738024 cartridge | Organic Vapor | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2224 | X-plore 5500 full facepiece with 6738027 cartridge | Ammonia, Methylamine | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2225 | X-plore 5500 full facepiece with 6738025 cartridge | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Organic Va | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4019 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 6738034 cartridge | Organic Vapor, P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4021 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 6738037 cartridge | Ammonia, Methylamine, P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4022 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 6738035 cartridge | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Organic Va | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4024 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 6738020 filters | N95 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4025 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 3738024 cartridges and 6738020 filters | — | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4027 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 3738027 cartridges and 6738020 filters | Ammonia, Methylamine, N95 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4028 | X-plore 55270 full facepiece with 3738025 cartridges and 6738020 filters | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, N95, Organ | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4035 | X-plore 55270 Full-Facepiece with 6738021 filter | R95 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-4036 | X-plore 55270 Full-Facepiece with 6738024 cartridge and 6738021 filter | Organic Vapor, R95 | Full Facepiece |
Source: NIOSH Certified Equipment List (October 2026), manufacturer Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA.
Assigned protection factor
| Respirator type (OSHA Table 1) | APF |
|---|---|
| Air-purifying full facepiece | 50 |
Source: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Table 1 (Assigned Protection Factors). The APF applies only when the respirator is used in a program that meets the standard, including fit testing of tight-fitting facepieces (29 CFR 1910.134(f)) and a cartridge change schedule (29 CFR 1910.134(d)(3)(iii)).
Catalog data
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Material | EPDM body; polycarbonate or Triplex glass visor |
| Standards | EN136 |
| Style | Full face |
Source: Manufacturer published product data as carried in our catalog.
The Draeger X-plore 5500 is a full face respirator that takes two Draeger X-plore bayonet filters, protecting the eyes and lungs against particles, gases and vapors. The Triplex version has a safety glass visor that holds up better against chemicals.
- Two bayonet connectors for X-plore particle, gas and combination filters
- EPDM mask body, one universal size
- Double sealing frame and triple sealing line
- 5-point harness
- Approved to EN136 with CE mark
Draeger part number: select an option to see the exact part number.
Available in 2 versions:
- Polycarbonate visor – R55270
- Triplex safety glass visor – R56655
Dräger X-plore 5500 questions
What filters fit the Dräger X-plore 5500? X-plore Bayonet filters (two bayonet connections); all bayonet filters are NIOSH approved with the X-plore half and full face masks (bayonet filter sheet).
What sizes does the X-plore 5500 come in? Universal.
What is the X-plore 5500 made of? EPDM, hypoallergenic, with double sealing frame and threefold sealing edges.
Is the X-plore 5500 NIOSH approved? NIOSH.
Guides: Draeger X-plore filter codes · X-plore 3300 vs 3500 vs 5500 · PAPR vs air-purifying respirators · half mask vs full facepiece · assigned protection factors · what OSHA requires for fit testing · cleaning and storing respirators · all North and Draeger respirators by model and hazard.
