ST53

SERIES
The Multi-Role Respiratory
Protection System
ST53

SERIES
The Multi-Role Respiratory
Protection System

Technical Data
Breathing performance in SCBA mode Breathing performance in ST PAPR mode
Breathing rate 103 liters per minute with mask pressure above ambient
Environmental range The operating range is -30C to +60C Breathing rate 125 - 165 liters per minute
End of cylinder air Able to sustain positive pressure down to 10 bar cylinder pressure

Breathing performance in APR mode

Breathing resistance Exhalation breathing resistance of no greater than 20mm of water at 85 lpm in a
negative pressure mode
Inhalation resistance including General Purpose Filter 50mm of water at 85 lpm

Live agent permeation performance (Data validated by ECBC, Edgewood Chemical Biological Center)
Requirements Actual NIOSH CBRN Typical
Test agent requirements performance
Max Peak Max Cumulative Max Peak Max Cumulative
Challenge chemical
(mg/m3) (mg-min/m3) (mg/m3) (mg-min/m3) Mustard (HD) 6 Hours >6 Hours
Sarin (GB) 0.6 6 0.004 0.203
Sarin (GB) 6 Hours >6 Hours
Mustard (HD) 0.087 6 0.005 0.8

Materials used
Harness on ST53 SCBA Kevlar webbing with stainless steel and nylon hardware
Harness on ST53SD SCBA Nylon Cordura
Backplate Glass reinforced polycarbonate
Cylinder valve Anodized Aluminum
ST-PAPR GE Noryl with a 10% glass fill

Weight for ST53 units (based on empty cylinders) Weight for ST53SD units (based on empty cylinders)
ST53 (excluding cylinder and mask) 6.6 lbs
Carbon fiber fully wrapped, 2216 psi, 30 minute 7.75 lbs ST53SD 11 cu.ft (includes cylinder but no mask) 5.2 lbs

Carbon fiber fully wrapped, 4500 psi, 30 minute 7.4 lbs

Carbon fiber fully wrapped, 4500 psi, 45 minute 9.9 lbs ST53SD 17 cu.ft (includes cylinder but no mask) 4.0 lbs
Carbon fiber fully wrapped, 4500 psi, 60 minute 11.95 lbs

Weight for ST-PAPR Weight for mask only

ST-PAPR without CDV, battery or cartridges 2.5 lbs Single Port FM53 mask (excluding filter) 1.2 lbs
ST-PAPR with CDV, two general purpose filters and a 4.4 lbs
lithium Sulphur Dioxide battery Dual Port FM53 mask (excluding filter) 1.3 lbs

The FM53 respirator falls within the defi-

nition of Significant Military Equipment
in the United States Munitions List, In-
ternational Traffic in Arms Regulations Made in the USA
and may only be supplied outside of the
United States of America to customers
Avon Protection Systems, Inc.
GR00099US-02

who are licensed by the US Department

of State, Directorate of Defense Trade 503 Eighth Street
Controls. Cadillac, MI. 49601
1 888 AVON 440
 Avons revolutionary ST53 multi-role Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) system has
been developed specifically for specialist applications where the user needs to respond The Multi-Role Respiratory ACCESSORIES
to changing operational conditions.
The ST53 product range evolved from the FM53 mask (see FM53 datasheet for further details).
Protection System FILTER OPTIONS
The FM53 system includes a unique close fitting filter design, giving the user greater
The FM53 mask has the unique capability to operate as a negative pressure filter mask or with visibility and improved weapon sighting and ergonomics.
positive pressure supplied air devices. The ST53 range of equipment has been developed to The general purpose filter provides protection from a wide range of CBRN hazards.
provide the user options to select the most suitable configuration for the application. A mod- The lower inhalation resistance particulate filters can be used specifically for particulate
ular design approach is adopted enabling fast and simple equipment configuration across the challenges.
ST53 range. FM53 Filter mounted left or right side 40mm standard NATO connection.

Option A Option B OPTIONAL EXTRAS

The FM53 mask with unique conformal filter for The ST53SD SCBA, a short duration (up to 15 min-
use as a negative pressure (APR) Air Purifying ute) positive pressure breathing apparatus. Airline / decontamination attachments are available with the ST53.
Mask. Operator replaceable spare parts available, easy to maintain with access to key
components.
A wide range of fully compatible accessories such as hydration canteens, communication
Option C Option D connections, vision correction system, clear and sunlight outserts and a range of storage
The ST53 SCBA, a complete back frame mounted The ST-PAPR, a powered air device that can be and carry bags.
breathing apparatus with a range of cylinders to coupled with option B or C providing powered Rapid Intervention Coupling (RIC); allowing a rescue team to attach a rescue cylinder to the
provide up to 60 minutes of operation. air capability when the SCBA is not in use or as a SCBA.
PAPR with option A only.
COMMUNICATION
For enhanced voice amplification, an optional Voice Projection Unit (VPU) with internal

ST53
microphone can be connected via the Electronic Communication Port (ECP).
Additional external communication systems can be attached via the ECP using an
The standard ST53 with full back frame appropriate lead.
OPTION
offers 30, 45 and 60 minute lightweight
carbon cylinder options
A
Cylinder Valve
The ST53 includes a nickel-plated
ST53SD
The Multi-Role Respiratory Protection System

The Multi-Role Respiratory Protection System

brass cylinder valve with the op- OPTION
tion of locking and non-locking
configurations.
B The short duration variant provides a
belt or harness carry option with 1 and 2
liter cylinder options meeting the needs
Cylinder Content of law enforcement and special forces
Monitoring for short-term tactical operations.
The ST53 backframe option
includes a remotely accessible, Cylinder Valve
chest mounted pressure gauge
for monitoring of pressure and a The ST53SD includes a nickel-plated
whistle for end of service alarm
which has the option to be dis-
abled if required.
ST-PAPR brass cylinder valve in the non-locking
configuration.
The ST - PAPR is a modular system which can
Compact Demand be attached within a few moments using quick Cylinder Content Monitoring
Valve (CDV) connect air line couplings. The addition of the
The ST53SD provides the option of either
The worlds smallest, most ST - PAPR provides the additional levels of ser- a remote whistle and pressure gauge or a single pres-
compact chemically hardened viceability and comfort associated with powered sure gauge attached directly to the regulator body.
demand valve provides constant air whilst still retaining the ability to switch
positive pressure. instantly to the positive pressure SCBA mode Compact Demand Valve (CDV)
when required.
With the option to mount on The worlds smallest, most compact chemically hard-
either side of the mask, it is unobtrusive and ened demand valve provides constant positive pres-
allows excellent integration with weapons and sure.
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other personal equipment. The ST- PAPR has a remote on/off switch located
OPTION on the mask hose connector enabling the With the option to mount on either side of the mask, it is unobtrusive and allows
The CDV is attached to the mask via the stan- ST- PAPR to be easily switched on and off.
dard 40mm thread connection. C A speed selector provides a high flow rate up to 165 liters per minute with
OPTION excellent integration with weapons and other personal equipment.
The CDV is attached to the mask via the standard 40mm thread connection.

Cylinder Options
Free air Approximate
a minimum flow rate of 125 Liters per minute at the lowest setting.
D Can be fitted with ST PAPR in back mounted configuration.
volume duration Lithium Sulphur Dioxide battery option with a minimum 7 hour battery life.
2216 psi, carbon wrapped 45 cu. ft. 30 minutes Lithium Ion rechargeable battery option with a minimum 6 hour battery
Free air Approximate
4500 psi, carbon wrapped 45 cu. ft. 30 minutes
life. Cylinder Options
volume duration
4500 psi, carbon wrapped 45 cu. ft. 45 minutes With the ST - PAPR the integrated CDV enables the user to switch instantly 11 cu. ft. carbon wrapped, 4500 psi 11 cu. ft 7 minutes
4500 psi, carbon wrapped 45 cu. ft. 60 minutes +
from powered air to positive pressure SCBA mode when required.
17 cu. ft. carbon wrapped, 4500 psi 17 cu.ft 12 minutes
Note: These are approximate durations that are based on MIOSH breathing rates of 40 liters per Incorporates two 40mm standard NATO thread filters. Note: These are approximate durations that are based on NIOSH breathing rates of 40 liters per minute.
minute.