JSP Powercap Active IP and JSP Powercap Active Comparison
JSP Powercap Active IP vs JSP Powercap Active
Typically, if you search online for a JSP respirator you'll be presented with two main options. Explore this article to learn more about the JSP Powercap range.
Ideal for woodworkers, JSP Powercap Active IP is designed with bump cap protection and an impact face-shield, and offers high protection against flying particles. The Powercap Active IP is designed for very dusty environments and is compliant with EN 12941+ A2 TH1P. Axminster Tools sell this version to satisfy our ever growing community of woodworkers.
In comparison, the JSP Powercap Active is more suited for machining, milling, agriculture, landscaping and food processing, rather than woodworking. The unit provides a cooling, comfortable supply of filtered air at 160 litres per minute. It helps to eliminate breathing resistance and visor misting. It is also compliant with EN 12941:1998 + A2:2008 TH1P and assigned Protection Factor 10 (UK classification) equivalent to EN 149 FFP2.
Which Powercap is right for you?
JSP’s Powercap® range – including both the Active and Active IP models – gives professionals a dependable solution for powered respiratory protection. Whether you prioritise all‑day comfort and enhanced impact protection for woodworking tasks, or simply wish to breathe better while you work, each unit is designed to deliver reliable, high‑quality protection in demanding environments. The comparison below highlights the key differences to help you choose the best option for your needs.
Specification Chart
| Feature | Powercap Active | Powercap Active IP |
|---|---|---|
| Respiratory Protection Rating | EN 12941 TH1P (Powered Air Respirator) | EN 12941+A2 TH1P (Powered Air Respirator) |
| Assigned Protection Factor | APF 10 (UK classification) | APF 10 (UK classification), equivalent to EN149 FFP2 |
| Airflow Rate | 160 litres per minute (filtered airflow) | 160 litres per minute (filtered airflow) |
| Visor Type / Protection | No impact‑rated visor (standard face shield only) | Impact‑rated face shield – EN 166 1B, 1mm polycarbonate with aluminium edging |
| Bump Cap Protection | EN 812 bump cap included | EN 812+A1 HardCap A1+ bump cap (enhanced protection) |
| Ideal Use | Machining, milling, agriculture, landscaping, food processing | Woodworking, turning, sanding, very dusty environments, flying particle risk |
| Battery Life | 8+ hours; micro‑USB charging (approx. 5 hrs recharge time) | 8 hours; PowerBox™1 micro‑USB battery with fuel gauge |
| Head, Eye & Face Impact Protection | No impact protection | Yes – full impact protection for eye and face via EN 166 1B visor |
| Filter Type | Pleated P‑filters (solid & liquid aerosols) – 90%+ filtration efficiency | TH1P filters included (P2 / N95‑equivalent high‑efficiency sub‑micron filters) |
| Face Seal Type | Hypoallergenic face seal | Foam face seal (nylon‑covered) |
Choosing the right powered respirator depends on your environment and your materials. With either of the options above, when you invest in a JSP Powercap you will enjoy the reliability and quality that JSP is known for.
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