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NBC Respirator

The NBC Respirator is a rare mask-slot item in DayZ with high insulation, damp max wetness, 100 durability, and a filter slot. It spawns in military, medic, and firefighter loot areas and can be repaired with Epoxy Putty or a Tire Repair Kit.

Quick item summary

CategoryClothing > Masks
Inventory SlotMask
RepairEpoxy Putty, Tire Repair Kit
Size3x4
CapacityGas Mask Filter, Improvised Gas Mask Filter

Quick answer

The NBC Respirator is a full-face mask with a side filter mount. With a Gas Mask Filter or Improvised Gas Mask Filter attached, it is part of the full NBC setup needed for contaminated-zone travel.

In-game description

“Full face gas mask with a side mount for filter cartridges. Used to protect from airborne pollutants and contaminated air.”

Main Uses

  • Wear as a full-face respirator
  • Attach a Gas Mask Filter or Improvised Gas Mask Filter
  • Use with a full NBC suit for contaminated-zone travel
  • Prevent catching or spreading the common cold through sneezing and coughing
  • Repair the mask condition with Epoxy Putty or a Tire Repair Kit

How to use this item

Use the NBC Respirator for contaminated zones

The NBC Respirator needs a working filter and full NBC clothing for safe contaminated-zone travel.

  1. Find an NBC Respirator in military, medic, or firefighter loot areas.
  2. Attach a Gas Mask Filter or Improvised Gas Mask Filter.
  3. Wear the full NBC suit before entering a contaminated zone.
  4. Watch the filter charge and leave before the filter is depleted.

Repair the NBC Respirator

The NBC Respirator condition can be repaired with Epoxy Putty or a Tire Repair Kit, but filters must be replaced or refilled separately.

  1. Place the NBC Respirator in your inventory or hands.
  2. Use Epoxy Putty or a Tire Repair Kit on the respirator.
  3. Replace or refill the attached filter separately when needed.
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How to get NBC Respirator

  • Search military loot areas.
  • Search medic loot areas.
  • Search firefighter loot areas.
  • Find a Gas Mask Filter or Improvised Gas Mask Filter before using it for gas zones.
  • Collect the full NBC suit before entering contaminated zones.

Spawn info

MilitaryMedicFirefighterRare
  • • The NBC Respirator is rare mask-slot gear.
  • • It uses attachable filters.
  • • It has high insulation and damp max wetness.
  • • It slightly narrows vision and prevents eating, drinking, and taking pills while worn.
  • • A mask with a non-empty filter slows stamina regeneration and increases stamina drain.

Important notes

  • The NBC Respirator uses the mask slot.
  • It needs a working filter for contaminated-zone protection.
  • It does not replace the full NBC clothing set.
  • It prevents common cold spread through sneezing and coughing.
  • It prevents eating, drinking, and taking pills while worn.
  • It slightly narrows your field of vision.