NORBP1002 - North BP1002 Backpack Respirator Adapter Kit

Fit Your Respirator Under Your Hood Comfortably

As a welder, you know the struggle: you need respiratory protection, but standard masks with big cartridges just don't fit under your welding helmet. They bump against the shell, prevent the hood from closing fully, or drag your mask down, breaking the seal. The North BP1002 Backpack Adaptor is the solution you have been looking for. This kit transforms your standard North half-mask or full-face respirator into a low-profile unit by moving the filters from your cheeks to your back.

By relocating the cartridges, you get a smooth, obstruction-free profile that fits easily under almost any welding hood, including tight-fitting auto-darkening models. The flexible hoses route over your shoulders, keeping the weight off your face and reducing the neck strain that comes from looking down at a weld puddle all day. This setup not only improves comfort but also helps protect your filters. By positioning them behind you, they are further away from the immediate plume of welding fumes and direct spatter, potentially extending the life of your consumables.

The kit is built tough for the shop environment and works with the North masks you likely already own, such as the popular 7700 silicone series. It attaches in seconds—just unscrew your filters, screw in the hoses, and clip the filter holder to your back. Whether you are TIG welding in a tight spot or grinding flux, this backpack adapter gives you the freedom of movement and safety you need to focus on the arc, not your gear.