Patent ID: 6338341
Filing Date: 2002-01-15
Classification: A62B

Abstract:
A protective breathing mask comprising:a connector housing unit; said connector housing unit including a connector housing adapted to receive breathing mask components therein; said connector housing unit including an annular flange-like collar extending outwardly from said connector housing; said flange-like collar having a connecting rim; a mask body having a profile-reinforced portion; said profile-reinforced portion being configured to correspond to said connecting rim; a clamping ring having a cutout for holding said profile-reinforced portion; said clamping ring being formed to correspond to said connecting rim and having a connecting surface in direct contact engagement with said connecting rim; said connecting rim and said connecting surface conjointly defining an interface; and, joining means for joining said clamping ring to said connecting rim in the region of said interface to trap and hold said profile-reinforced portion therebetween.