Description
The North RU6500 Series full facepiece respirator, part numbers RU65002S (S), RU65002M (M), RU65002L (L), is a reusable full facepiece with north N-Series threaded cartridge connectors; it takes the North N-Series cartridges and filters listed below. Silicone facepiece and silicone nose cup; sizes S, M, L. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days. RU6500 Series: every cartridge, filter, part and NIOSH approval on one page.
RU6500 Series specifications
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Facepiece type | Full facepiece |
| Face seal material | Silicone facepiece and silicone nose cup |
| Sizes | S, M, L |
| Part numbers | RU65002S, RU65002M, RU65002L |
| Cartridge connectors | North N-Series threaded cartridge connectors |
| Lens | Polycarbonate; meets ANSI Z87 for high impact |
| Head harness | 5-point head strap (melt processible rubber) or nylon mesh headnet |
| NIOSH approval | NIOSH 42 CFR 84 approved; the data sheet states it can be adapted to side-mount CF-SAR, front-mount CF-SAR (CF4000), side-mount PAPR and front-mount PAPR (PR500) |
Source: North RU6500 Full Facepiece data sheet; PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026.
PIP catalog data for RU6500
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | RU65002S (S), RU65002M (M), RU65002L (L) |
| Series | RU6500 Series |
| Manufacturer description | Silicone Full Facepiece with Mesh Headnet |
| Color | Black |
| Sizes | S, M, L |
| Respirator style | Full Facepiece |
| Case pack | 1 ea |
| Country of origin | Mexico |
| UPC | 797402013652, 797402013669, 797402013676 |
| PIP stock status | Stock |
| TAA compliant | Yes |
Source: PIP specification sheet, RU65002S and PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026.
Cartridges and filters NIOSH-approved with the RU6500 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 |
| 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 RU6500 Series facepieces as approved components; North Cartridge & Filter Reference Chart.
NIOSH approvals naming the RU6500 Series
The NIOSH Certified Equipment List carries 49 current approvals whose product line names the RU6500 Series: 1 CBRN / gas mask (TC-14G), 6 chemical cartridge (TC-23C), 42 air-purifying particulate (TC-84A). The first 12:
| Approval | Product line | For protection against | Facepiece |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-14G-0359 | RU6500XT Series Full Facepiece, (RU65001TS, RU65001TM, RU65001TL, RU65002TS, RU65002TM, and RU65002TL) w/Canister 168802 | Chloroacetophenone (CN), Chlorobenzylidene malononitrile (CS), P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2982 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Ammonia, Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, H | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-2983 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Organic Vapor | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-3026 | RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen Sulfide, Organi | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-3027 | RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Chlorine, Chlorine Dioxide, Formaldehyde, Hydrogen Chloride, Hydrogen Fluoride, Hydrogen S | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-3028 | RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Ammonia, Methylamine | Full Facepiece |
| TC-23C-3029 | RU6500 Full Facepiece with Chemical Cartridge | Chlorine, Mercury Vapor | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-7231 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Filter | P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-7232 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Filter | P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-7233 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Filter | P100 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-7234 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Filter | N95 | Full Facepiece |
| TC-84A-7235 | Model RU6500 Full Facepiece with Filter | N99 | Full Facepiece |
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 full facepiece | 50 |
| Powered air-purifying full facepiece | 1000 |
| Supplied-air respirator, continuous flow, full facepiece | 1000 |
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)).
RU6500 Series replacement parts and accessories
| Part number | Part |
|---|---|
| RP805004 | replacement gasket |
| 702006 | Opti-Fit twin cartridge connector |
| 702009 | Opti-Fit 5-point TPE head harness |
| 702011 | Opti-Fit head strap buckle |
| 702090 | mesh headnet kit |
Source: North RU6500 Full Facepiece data sheet and the North parts lists.
Catalog data
| Item | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| Construction | Adjustable Straps |
| Respirator Style | Full Facepiece |
| Material Content | Silicone |
| Color | Black |
Source: Manufacturer published product data as carried in our catalog.
Comfort for your workers - and your budget. The North RU6500 silicone full facepiece provides all day comfort at a great price. Can be adapted to side mount CF-SAR: front mount CF-SAR: side mount PAPR and front mount PAPR eliminating the need to fit test workers on several respirators.
- Industrial mesh headnet option provides another choice for user comfort preference: can be used under hard hat
- Silicone seal provides excellent facepiece seal: creating a barrier against contaminants
- Silicone nose cup is soft and comfortable for all day wear
- Polycarbonate lens with wide field of vision maximized peripheral visions plus downward view: meets ANSI Z 87 for high impact
- Wide viewing area provides distortion free visibility and optical clarity
- 5-point strap option includes center strap to help position and hold the mask for a more secure fit: offers quick: easy adjustments
- Threaded cartridge connector secures cartridges and filters to avoid accidental disconnections
Manufacturer item number: RU65002. Select a size or color to see the exact item number. Sold individually.
Item Numbers
Variant item numbers:
RU65002S – Small
RU65002M – Medium
RU65002L – Large
North RU6500 Series questions
What cartridges fit the North RU6500 Series? The North N-Series cartridges and filters. The manufacturer's NIOSH approval labels list the RU6500 Series facepieces with: 75SCL, N75001L, N75002L, N75003L, N75004L, N750052L, 75SCP100L, 7581P100L, 7583P100L, 7584P100L, 75852P100L, 7580P100, 75FFP100, 75FFP100NL, 7506N95, 7506R95.
What sizes does the RU6500 Series come in? S, M, L: RU65002S, RU65002M, RU65002L.
What is the assigned protection factor of a full facepiece? OSHA Table 1 assigns an APF of 50 to an air-purifying full facepiece, 1000 in continuous-flow supplied-air mode.
What is the Quantitative fit factor pass level for the North 54001 and the 7600 and RU6500 series full face respirators for computer fit testing? The Fit Factor pass level is 500 (APR 50 X 100 = 500) (North support article 000012366.)
What's the lens material on North full face respirators? All the North respirators (5400, 7600, RU6500, 7800 series) have polycarbonate lens. (North support article 000029026.)
What is the part number for the organic vapor cartridge for the 7700 North half mask? The part number is N75001L This is an N-series cartridge, so it will fit all the North series respirators. (North support article 000001190.)
Guides: half mask vs full facepiece · assigned protection factors · what OSHA requires for fit testing · cleaning and storing respirators · North cartridge and filter colors and codes · cartridge change schedules · P100 vs N95 vs R95 · all North and Draeger respirators by model and hazard.
