
Hot Shield® HS-2 Wildland Firefighter Face Mask
Our most popular model
Why firefighters like this model: Offers a moderate amount of smoke protection with minimal size and weight, easy on & off, minimal hassle.
- MAXIMUM HEAT PROTECTION - The HS-2 offers extreme protection against burns to the face/neck with the added benefit of blocking and reducing the inhalation of smoke & ash particulate common to all wildfires.
- INHERENTLY NON-FLAMMABLE PATENTED FABRIC - CarbonX is the only inherently non-flammable fabric in the world. This fabric weave will not burn, ignite, char, shrink, or decompose, even for extended periods of time. See video
- LIGHT WEIGHT AND VISIBLE AT NIGHT - The HS-2 weighs just 5.8 ounces (162.4 grams), and incorporates reflective 3M Scotchlite trim for enhanced nighttime visibility.
- EASY BREATHING DESIGN & RESPIRATORY RELIEF: Twin layers of CarbonX mesh allow for easy air exchange and help prevent buildup of carbon dioxide (CO2), and the integral filter pocket accepts a N-95 or similar respirator filter. Included with each HS-2 is one (1) N-95 activated carbon filter with exhalation valve.
- DESIGNED FOR COMFORT & PERFORMANCE - Hangs loose around your neck until you need it (integral CarbonX hang strap). Soft & comfortable CarbonX inside fabric absorb perspiration, adding to overall user comfort
- ONE SIZE FITS ALL - Will conform to any head size. Fastens to neck.
The Hot Shield Model HS-2 Wildland Firefighter Face Mask is a patented (U.S. Patent 5,628,308) face protector mask designed for wildland firefighters by firefighters. The model HS-2 protects most areas of the face & neck from heat & flame burns while reducing inhalation of airborne soot & ash particulate common to all wildfires. Heat & flame protection is achieved through multiple layers of CarbonX, the most inherently non-flammable fabric in the world. Twin layers of CarbonX mesh assist in air exchange & to block smoke and ash particulate, along with the included N-95 low level respirator filter that fits inside the integral filter pocket. Soft comfortable CarbonX fabric at the mouth / nose cone area helps absorb perspiration. Scotchlite Reflective trim aids in nighttime visibility. Packaged with one (1) N-95 activated carbon filter. Lightweight…. just 5.8 oz. / 162.4 grams.
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