A Market Standard - The 3M Peltor Optime has been viewed as a standard in the hearing protection industry. The Optime is divided by protection levels 95, 98, 101, and 105 dBA. All you have to do is match the Optime number to the eight-hour Time-Weighted Average (TWA) noise exposure of the worker. For example, Peltor Optime 98 earmuffs would be recommended for eight-hour TWA noise exposures up to but not exceeding 98 dBA. 3M Peltor Optime Earmuffs offer versatile protection that meets the needs of a majority of workspace applications. Incorporating acoustic engineering, wearer-focused comfort design, and performance versatility. The 3M PELTOR Optime 98 earmuffs are some of the most versatile earmuffs in the industry today. Recommended for eight-hour TWA noise exposures up to 98 dBA. Available in standard headband and hard hat-attached versions.
