Classic earplugs were the industry’s first foam earplugs, virtually revolutionising hearing protection. Today, the revolution continues. It meets more wearer and environmental needs with its proprietary foams, preferred cylindrical shape, and proven in-ear comfort.
- Reusable Pillow Pack helps keep earplugs clean when they are not being worn
- Slow-recovery earplug foam is flame-resistant and moisture-resistant
- Test compatible with 3M™ E-A-Rfit™ Validation System
- 1 Pair Per package
Brand: E-A-R™
Cord Type: None
Hearing Protection Style: Uncorded
Material: PVC
Packaging: Plastic Bag
Product Series: E-A-R Classic
Product Type: Roll Down Foam Earplugs
Recommended Application: Facility Maintenance, Grinding, Electrical, Machine Operations, Sanding, Welding, Demolition, Painting, Blasting, Assembly, Cleaning
Recommended Industry: Heavy Infrastructure, Commercial buildings, Automotive, Construction, Military Maintenance, Repair and Operation (MRO), Industrial Maintenance, General Manufacturing, Transportation, Pharmaceutical, Design & Construction, Mining, Metal Fabrication, Oil & Gas
Shape: Cylinder
Size: Regular
SLC80 Rating: 23 dB (Class 4)
Compliance: Approved to AS/NZS 1270:2002
Innovative design, the first foam earplug featuring a cylinder shape
The 3M™ E-A-R™ Classic™ Earplugs set the industry standard for personal safety noise reduction as the worlds first foam earplug. Soft, slow-recovery foam is designed to mold to the shape of the ear canal and provide hearing protection. These disposable earplugs come with or without cords; an optional dispenser box is sold separately. A cylindrical shape is suited to fit most sizes, with a 7% smaller version also available for smaller ear canals and a 20% longer version for larger ear canals.
Innovative design
The first foam earplug featuring a cylinder shape. Even in humid environments, the moisture-resistant foam helps provide more comfort. They are available in standard, small and large sizes.
Custom options
Hearing protection earplugs come with or without cords, and are available in different packaging types and quantities. Perfect for frequent visitors, these disposable earplugs can be distributed from a convenient dispenser box (sold separately).
Compatible with the 3M™ E-A-Rfit™ Dual-Ear Validation System
E-A-Rfit™ provides an accurate quantitative assessment of how much noise reduction a hearing protector provides to an individual worker.
Recommended industries
Automotive
Design & Construction
Construction
General Manufacturing
Heavy Industrial & Infrastructure
Industrial Maintenance
Marine
Military Maintenance
Repair & Operation (MRO)
Mining, Oil & Gas
Pharmaceutical
Transportation
Earplug product features and benefits
*U.S. EPA specifies the NRR as the measure of hearing protector noise reduction. However, 3M makes no warranties as to the suitability of the NRR for this purpose. 3M strongly recommends personal fit testing of hearing protectors. Research suggests that users may receive less noise reduction than indicated by the attenuation label value(s) on the packaging due to variation in fit, fitting skill, and motivation of the user. Refer to applicable regulations or guidance on how to adjust attenuation label values. It is recommended that the NRR be reduced by 50% to better estimate typical protection.
Disposable Foam Earplugs
3M™ Disposable Foam Earplugs, made from slow-recovery foam, help provide a combination of comfort and hearing protection for users. Once the foam earplugs are compressed into small cylinders (rolled down), they are easy to insert into ears where the slow recovery foam expands to fit the ear canals. 3M provides a wide range of disposable foam earplugs so you can choose the best solution for your needs.
How to use
Fitting Instructions
1. ROLL and compress disposable foam earplugs into a very thin crease-free cylinder.
2. REACH around the head to pull the ear outward and upward to help straighten the ear canal. Insert compressed earplug well into the ear canal.
3. CHECK FIT after inserting earplug.
4.LISTEN to steady loud noise with earplugs in both ears. Cover ears with tightly cupped hands. Noise should sound about the same whether or not ears are covered.
CAUTION: For greater comfort and safety, remove earplug slowly with twisting motion to gradually break the seal.