Splash Resistance Pressure Test

Splash Resistance Pressure Test for Medical Masks

Splash resistance test performed on medical masks is a test performed to determine the resistance of the mask against blood-borne pathogens. In the splash resistance test method, high velocity constant volume synthetic blood is splashed into the center of the mask to determine whether the mask acts as a barrier or not.

Applicable standards with international validity when performing splash resistance testing on medical masks:

• ASTM F1862: Standard Test Method for Resistance of Medical Face Masks to Penetration by Synthetic Blood
• ISO 22609: Medical face masks - Test method for resistance to penetration by synthetic blood (constant volume, horizontally mirrored)
• ASTM F2100: Standard Specification for Performance of Materials Used in Medical Face Masks
• EN 14683: Medical face masks – Requirements and test methods

Medical masks, which are effective and mandatory to use especially in protection from viruses and various microorganisms, should be tested according to the relevant standards and their effectiveness should be determined before they are put into use.

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