Description
The North 5500 Series half mask respirator, part numbers 550030S (S), 550030M (M), 550030L (L), is a reusable half mask with dual N-Series threaded cartridge connectors (polypropylene); it takes the North N-Series cartridges and filters listed below. Elastomeric (thermoplastic elastomer); sizes S, M, L. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days. 5500 Series: every cartridge, filter, part and NIOSH approval on one page.
5500 Series specifications
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Facepiece type | Half mask |
| Face seal material | Elastomeric (thermoplastic elastomer) |
| Sizes | S, M, L |
| Part numbers | 550030S, 550030M, 550030L |
| Cartridge connectors | Dual N-Series threaded cartridge connectors (polypropylene) |
| Head harness | Lower head straps that stretch with the worker; upper head straps with minimum give |
| Latex | Latex free straps |
| NIOSH approval | NIOSH approved as an air-purifying respirator with North N-Series cartridges and/or filters, and with the BP1002 backpack adapter (NIOSH CEL); listed in the CF-SAR Selection Guide as a tight-fitting facepiece for the CF2000 Series continuous flow supplied air assembly |
Source: North 5500 Series Half Mask data sheet; PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026.
PIP catalog data for 5500
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | 550030S (S), 550030M (M), 550030L (L) |
| Series | 5500 Series |
| Manufacturer description | Half Mask, Elastomeric with Dual N-Series Cartridge Connectors |
| Color | Black |
| Sizes | S, M, L |
| Respirator style | Half-Mask |
| Case pack | 12 ea |
| Case weight | 5.05 lb |
| Country of origin | Mexico |
| UPC | 821812000626, 821812000602, 821812000589 |
| PIP stock status | Stock |
| TAA compliant | Yes |
Source: PIP specification sheet, 550030S and PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026.
Cartridges and filters NIOSH-approved with the 5500 Series
| Part number | Cartridge or filter | Protection (chart) | Label color |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75SCL | Defender Multi-Purpose Cartridge | Organic Vapor, Ammonia, Methylamine, Formaldehyde and Acid Gas (Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Sulfide, Hydrogen Fluo | Olive |
| N75001L | Organic Vapor Cartridge | Organic Vapor | Black |
| N75002L | Acid Gas and Formaldehyde Cartridge | Acid Gas (Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Fluoride, Chlorine Dioxide) and Formaldehyde | White |
| N75003L | Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Cartridge | Organic Vapor and Acid Gas (Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Chlorine Dioxide) | Yellow |
| N75004L | Ammonia and Methylamine Cartridge | Ammonia and Methylamine | Green |
| N750052L | Mercury Vapor and Chlorine Cartridge with ESLI | Mercury Vapor and Chlorine, with End-of-Service-Life Indicator (ESLI) for Mercury Vapor | Olive |
| 75SCP100L | Defender Multi-Purpose Cartridge with P100 Filter | Organic Vapor, Ammonia, Methylamine, Formaldehyde and Acid Gas (Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Sulfide, Hydrogen Fluo | Olive and Magenta |
| 7581P100L | Organic Vapor Cartridge with P100 Filter | Organic Vapor, with a P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filter efficiency) for all particulates | Black and Magenta |
| 7583P100L | Organic Vapor and Acid Gas Cartridge with P100 Filter | Organic Vapor and Acid Gas (Chlorine, Hydrogen Chloride, Sulfur Dioxide, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Chlorine Dioxide), with a P100 | Yellow and Magenta |
| 7584P100L | Ammonia and Methylamine Cartridge with P100 Filter | Ammonia and Methylamine, with a P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filter efficiency) for all particulates | Green and Magenta |
| 75852P100L | Mercury Vapor and Chlorine Cartridge with ESLI and P100 Filter | Mercury Vapor and Chlorine, with End-of-Service-Life Indicator (ESLI) for Mercury Vapor, with a P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filt | Olive and Magenta |
| 7586P100L | Nitrogen Dioxide Cartridge with P100 Filter | Nitrogen Dioxide, with a P100 particulate filter | — |
| 7580P100 | P100 Particulate Filter | P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filter efficiency) for all particulates | Magenta |
| 75FFP100 | Low Profile P100 Particulate Filter | Low profile P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filter efficiency) for all particulates | Magenta |
| 75FFP100NL | Low Profile P100 Particulate Filter with Odor Relief | Low profile P100 particulate filter (99.97% minimum filter efficiency) for all particulates; with odor relief from nuisance levels of organi | Magenta |
| 7506N95 | N95 Non-Oil Particulate Filter | N95 non-oil particulate filter (95% minimum filter efficiency) for non-oil based aerosol particulates | — |
| 7506R95 | R95 Particulate Filter | R95 particulate filter (95% minimum filter efficiency). The chart notes R class filters are limited to 8 hours of use in environments with o | — |
Source: The manufacturer's NIOSH approval label for each cartridge and filter, which lists the 5500 Series facepieces as approved components; North Cartridge & Filter Reference Chart.
NIOSH approvals naming the 5500 Series
The NIOSH Certified Equipment List carries 54 current approvals whose product line names the 5500 Series: 6 chemical cartridge (TC-23C), 48 air-purifying particulate (TC-84A). The first 12:
| Approval | Product line | For protection against | Facepiece |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-23C-2730 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridges Air Purifying Respirator | Ammonia, Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, H | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-2734 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridges Air Purifying Respirator | Organic Vapor | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-2738 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridge Air Purifying Respirator | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organi | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-2744 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridges Air Purifying Respirator | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen S | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2748 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridges Air Purifying Respirator | Ammonia, Methylamine | Half Mask |
| TC-23C-2752 | Model 5500 Half Mask with Chemical Cartridges Air Purifying Respirator | Chlorine, Mercury Vapor | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-0590 | 5500 with 7580P100 | P100 | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-1091 | 5500 w/ 7506N95 | N95 | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-1501 | 5500 w/ 75FFP100 filter | P100 | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-1918 | 5500-30 w/7506 filter | N99 | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-3049 | 5500 w/ 7506R95 | R95 | Half Mask |
| TC-84A-4295 | 5500 Half mask with 75FFP100NL filter | P100 | Half Mask |
Source: NIOSH Certified Equipment List (October 2026), manufacturer PIP Global Holdings (the North brand).
Assigned protection factor
| Respirator type (OSHA Table 1) | APF |
|---|---|
| Air-purifying half mask | 10 |
| Powered air-purifying half mask | 50 |
| Supplied-air respirator, continuous flow, half mask | 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)).
5500 Series replacement parts and accessories
| Part number | Part |
|---|---|
| 770020 | replacement head harness (shared with the 7700 Series) |
| 770092 | replacement cartridge connectors |
| 77BAG | nylon carrying bag |
| B140001 | spare inhalation valves |
Source: North 5500 Series Half Mask data sheet and the North parts lists.
Catalog data
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Construction | Adjustable Straps |
| Respirator Style | Half-Mask |
| Material Content | Elastomere |
| Color | Black |
Source: Manufacturer published product data as carried in our catalog.
Elastomeric half mask is the economical solution that does not skimp on features. A wide contoured sealing area provides great fit. The low "dead air" space limits re-breathing of exhaled air for increase comfort and worker productivity. Latex free straps stretch and move with the worker while providing optimum support.
- Converts to PAPR or supplied air respirator
- Upper head straps have minimum give to provide secure support
- Lower head straps stretch and move with the worker for more comfort without pulling on the facepiece
- Various thickness in sealing area for improved comfort and support - more support around the chin area and more flexibility on the nose bridge
- Latex free
Manufacturer item number: 550030. Select a size or color to see the exact item number. Case quantity: 12.
Item Numbers
Variant item numbers:
550030S – Small
550030M – Medium
550030L – Large
Sold by the dozen
The price shown is for one dozen; quantity 1 = 1 dozen.
North 5500 Series questions
What cartridges fit the North 5500 Series? The North N-Series cartridges and filters. The manufacturer's NIOSH approval labels list the 5500 Series facepieces with: 75SCL, N75001L, N75002L, N75003L, N75004L, N750052L, 75SCP100L, 7581P100L, 7583P100L, 7584P100L, 75852P100L, 7586P100L, 7580P100, 75FFP100, 75FFP100NL, 7506N95, 7506R95.
What sizes does the 5500 Series come in? S, M, L: 550030S, 550030M, 550030L.
What is the assigned protection factor of a half mask? OSHA Table 1 assigns an APF of 10 to an air-purifying half mask, 50 in continuous-flow supplied-air mode.
Can North provide me with the Minimum Assigned Protectant Factor for masks Full North 5400,7600 Half North 5500,7700? The APF- (Assigned Protectant Factor) for the 5400 and 7600 is 50 The APF- (Assigned Protectant Factor) for the 5500 and 7700 is 10 (North support article 000021691.)
What is the difference between the 5500 and 7700 half mask? The difference is the material: 5500 is TPE 7700 is Silicone North filters and cartridges are compatible with both 5500 and 7700 masks and they are interchangeable. (North support article 000002735.)
North- Respiratory- 7700 & 5500 Series data sheet & parts breakdown? Click on the File tab for more information on our 770030 and 550030 North 1/2 mask respirators. 7700 - series is made out of Medical Grade Silicone 5500 - series is made out of a Thermoplastic material (North support article 000004455.)
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