Ansell BioClean Microflow BFV05 Non-Sterile Cleanroom Face Veil with Headloops - Class 10,000 / ISO 7 - 1,000 Veils/Case
Ansell BioClean™ Microflow BFV05 is a non-sterile, low-linting cleanroom face veil designed for controlled environments requiring consistent facial coverage and reduced operator-generated contamination. Manufactured from white apertured polyethylene film, the veil features ultrasonically sealed edges, tubular polyester headloops, and a fully enclosed, malleable noseband for a secure and comfortable fit.
Designed for Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 cleanroom applications, BioClean Microflow BFV05 provides a practical facial covering for pharmaceutical manufacturing support, biotechnology facilities, laboratory operations, medical device production, and other contamination-controlled environments. The headloop design helps maintain the veil's position when integrated with compatible cleanroom hoods and facility-approved gowning procedures.
BFV05 is latex-free and supplied non-sterile. Ansell publishes a particle filtration efficiency (PFE) of 85% for the face veil, while bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE) is listed as not applicable. BFV05 is a cleanroom face veil rather than a certified particulate respirator and should be selected according to its intended contamination-control function.
The universal-size face veil is packaged with 100 individual pieces per sealed polyethylene inner bag, one inner bag per sealed outer polyethylene bag, and 10 outer bags per lined carton, totaling 1,000 veils per case.
Cleanroom Facial Coverage Advantage: BioClean Microflow BFV05 combines low-linting apertured polyethylene film, ultrasonically sealed edges, comfortable headloop fastening, and an adjustable enclosed noseband. Its non-sterile Class 10,000 / ISO 7 design supports consistent face-veil use in qualified controlled environments while reducing unnecessary handling and repositioning during routine operations.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ansell
- Brand: BioClean™
- Product Family: BioClean Microflow
- Manufacturer Part Number: BFV05
- Product Type: Non-Sterile Cleanroom Face Veil with Headloops
- Cleanroom Classification: Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7
- Intended Applications: ISO Class 7 and less stringent classified cleanroom environments, subject to facility qualification
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Primary Material: Apertured polyethylene film
- Color: White
- Shape: Flat-folded
- Face Veil Construction: Low-linting material with ultrasonically sealed edges
- Fastening Type: Headloops
- Headloop Material: Tubular polyester
- Noseband: Fully enclosed, plastic-coated aluminum
- Natural Rubber Latex: Not present in the manufacturer-described construction
- Available Size: Universal
- Overall Length: 375-390 mm, with manufacturer-stated ±5 mm dimensional tolerance
- Overall Width: 310-320 mm, with manufacturer-stated ±5 mm dimensional tolerance
- Particle Filtration Efficiency (PFE): 85%
- Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE): Not applicable (N/A)
- Differential Pressure: Less than 0.2 mm H2O/cm²
- Respirator Classification: Not designated as a NIOSH-approved N95 respirator
- Respiratory Fit Testing: Not designated as a tight-fitting respirator
- Manufacturing Quality Management: ISO 9001 and ISO 9001:2015
- Additional Manufacturer References: ISO 2859 and PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 Module D quality-system auditing
- Country of Origin: China
- Inner Packaging: 100 veils per sealed polyethylene bag
- Outer Packaging: One sealed inner bag per sealed polyethylene outer bag
- Case Packaging: 10 outer bags per lined carton
- Total Case Quantity: 1,000 individual face veils
- Storage Temperature: Below 40°C (104°F)
- Storage: Cool, dry conditions away from direct sunlight and fluorescent light
- Ordering Configuration: BFV05; universal size; case of 1,000 veils
About the Manufacturer:
Ansell manufactures protective gloves, apparel, face coverings, and specialized personal protective equipment for life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, medical devices, laboratories, and industrial applications. Its BioClean™ portfolio includes contamination-control products designed for controlled and critical environments.
BioClean Microflow face veils are engineered to support cleanroom facial coverage with low-linting materials, secure fastening systems, and carefully constructed edges. The BFV05 headloop configuration is intended to provide comfortable positioning with compatible cleanroom hoods and established gowning procedures.
SOSCleanroom supports customers with Ansell face-covering selection, cleanroom garment compatibility, manufacturer documentation, packaging configurations, and procurement assistance for contamination-controlled facilities.
BioClean Microflow BFV05 Features:
- Non-sterile cleanroom face veil construction
- Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 cleanroom compatibility
- White apertured polyethylene film material
- Low-linting design for controlled environments
- Ultrasonically sealed edges
- Tubular polyester headloops
- Fully enclosed malleable noseband
- Plastic-coated aluminum noseband material
- Natural rubber latex-free construction
- Universal-size configuration
- Flat-folded presentation
- Published particle filtration efficiency of 85%
- Low differential-pressure specification
- Designed for integration with compatible cleanroom hoods
- Sealed inner and outer polyethylene packaging
- 100 veils per inner bag
- 1,000 individual veils per case
BioClean Microflow BFV05 Benefits:
- Cleanroom Facial Coverage: Helps reduce uncontrolled dispersion of wearer-generated particles and droplets as part of a qualified gowning program.
- Controlled Material Shedding: Low-linting construction supports use in contamination-sensitive manufacturing environments.
- Sealed Edges: Ultrasonic edge sealing helps limit loose material at the face veil perimeter.
- Comfortable Positioning: The enclosed malleable noseband can be shaped to suit the user's facial contours.
- Headloop Stability: Polyester headloops provide a fastening method designed for use with compatible cleanroom hoods.
- Latex-Free Construction: Avoids natural rubber latex components in the manufacturer-described materials.
- Documented PFE: Published particle filtration efficiency provides a technical selection reference for the face-veil material.
- Breathability: The manufacturer-reported low differential pressure supports wearer comfort during routine use.
- Standardized Gowning: Universal size and consistent packaging help facilities establish repeatable face-covering procedures.
- Protected Storage: Double polyethylene bagging helps protect unused supplies during receiving and controlled staging.
- Case Procurement: Standard packaging of 1,000 individual veils supports recurring cleanroom gowning requirements.
Common Applications:
- Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 cleanroom gowning
- ISO Class 8 and ISO Class 9 controlled-environment operations
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing support areas
- Biotechnology laboratory and production support
- Medical device manufacturing
- Controlled material preparation and packaging
- Laboratory operations requiring cleanroom facial covering
- Contamination-sensitive equipment inspection
- Cleanroom manufacturing and assembly support
- Routine gowning with compatible cleanroom hoods
- Controlled personnel entry procedures
- Facility operations where non-sterile face veils are approved
- Workstations with documented face-covering requirements
- Cleanroom gowning programs emphasizing low-linting materials and consistent operator practices
Best-Practice Use:
- Confirm Cleanroom Suitability: Verify that a non-sterile ISO Class 7 face veil is approved for the intended work area.
- Follow Hand Hygiene: Complete the facility's prescribed hand hygiene and preliminary gowning steps.
- Inspect the Veil: Check the film, headloops, sealed edges, and noseband before use.
- Handle by the Headloops: Minimize contact with the main face-veil surface during donning.
- Position Over the Face: Arrange the veil to cover the intended nose and mouth area according to the approved gowning procedure.
- Secure the Headloops: Position the headloops to maintain appropriate stability with the compatible cleanroom hood.
- Shape the Noseband: Gently contour the enclosed noseband without damaging the material.
- Check the Hood Interface: Ensure the veil and hood remain properly positioned during normal work movements.
- Avoid Repeated Adjustment: Minimize touching the face covering after donning.
- Use Controlled Speaking and Movement: Follow the facility's personnel-behavior requirements around exposed products and sensitive surfaces.
- Replace Damaged Veils: Change the veil if torn, wet, visibly contaminated, displaced, or otherwise compromised.
- Change Between Areas: Follow facility requirements for replacement during movement between rooms or cleanliness zones.
- Remove Carefully: Handle the veil by its fastening components when removing it and avoid contacting the front surface.
- Follow Waste Procedures: Dispose of used face veils according to the facility's contamination-control and waste requirements.
Controlled Donning and Hood Integration:
Proper positioning is important because a cleanroom face veil functions as part of the overall personnel-gowning system. Headloop placement, noseband shaping, hood integration, and handling technique affect how consistently the veil remains in place during operations.
- Prepare: Complete required hand hygiene, hair containment, and preliminary gowning steps.
- Inspect: Remove one BFV05 from approved packaging and inspect the material, headloops, and noseband.
- Position: Place the face veil over the nose and mouth area without excessive handling of the front surface.
- Fasten: Secure the tubular polyester headloops according to the facility's hood and gowning configuration.
- Adjust: Shape the enclosed malleable noseband for comfortable, stable positioning.
- Integrate the Hood: Position the compatible cleanroom hood according to the required gowning sequence.
- Verify Coverage: Confirm the face veil remains correctly positioned while turning the head and performing routine movements.
- Maintain Discipline: Avoid adjusting the veil during critical operations. Follow the site procedure if repositioning becomes necessary.
Headloop Gowning Guidance: BFV05 uses headloop fastening rather than hood-mounted studs or ordinary earloops. Confirm compatibility with the selected hood and gowning sequence so the headloops remain stable and the veil does not shift or expose unintended gaps during routine activity.
Particle Filtration Efficiency and Breathability:
Ansell publishes a particle filtration efficiency (PFE) of 85% for BFV05. PFE is a laboratory measure of particle filtration under specified testing conditions and must be distinguished from bacterial filtration efficiency, respiratory fit testing, and workplace respiratory protection certification.
- Particle Filtration Efficiency: 85%, as stated in the current Ansell technical data sheet.
- Particle Filtration Function: Helps characterize the face veil's filtration performance under the manufacturer's referenced test conditions.
- Bacterial Filtration Efficiency: Not applicable; Ansell does not publish a BFE rating for BFV05.
- Differential Pressure: Less than 0.2 mm H2O/cm² under the manufacturer-reported conditions.
- Breathability: Lower differential pressure indicates less airflow resistance under the stated test conditions.
- Facial Fit: The veil is positioned using headloops and a malleable noseband rather than a respirator-grade face seal.
- Overall Protection: Laboratory material filtration does not directly establish the percentage of particles prevented from passing around the edges during actual wear.
- Contamination Control: Proper positioning, consistent gowning, and controlled wearer behavior remain important.
- Selection: Evaluate the manufacturer's PFE data alongside the cleanroom classification, sterility requirement, and facility gowning criteria.
Filtration Performance Guidance: BFV05 has a published PFE of 85%. That value should not be described as an 85% BFE rating, an N95 rating, or a measurement of respirator-level protection for the wearer. The correct face covering depends on the intended contamination-control task and the facility's documented requirements.
Non-Sterile Cleanroom Classification and Product Selection:
BioClean Microflow BFV05 is designated Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 and is supplied non-sterile. A cleanroom classification describes the intended environment for the product; it does not independently establish sterile presentation, bacterial filtration efficiency, or respiratory protection.
- Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7: Manufacturer-designated cleanroom compatibility for BFV05.
- Non-Sterile Supply: The veil is not provided as a validated sterile face covering.
- ISO Class 4 Operations: Do not assume a product designated ISO Class 7 meets the requirements of an ISO Class 4 gowning program.
- Aseptic Processing: Select sterile face coverings where facility procedures require sterile presentation.
- EU GMP Grade A/B: Evaluate appropriately qualified sterile face coverings and full gowning controls where required by the contamination-control strategy.
- Face Veil vs. Mask: Select by fastening style, material properties, intended cleanliness, and the required coverage and filtration characteristics.
- Hood Compatibility: Verify that the veil's headloops remain properly positioned with the selected hood.
- Material Transfer: Follow site-approved procedures for introducing the sealed non-sterile packaging into controlled areas.
- Qualification: Maintain the Ansell technical data sheet and approved purchasing specifications in the facility's documentation system.
Cleanroom Selection Guidance: Choose BFV05 for approved non-sterile ISO Class 7 gowning applications. Where an operation requires an ISO Class 4-qualified sterile mask or another validated sterile face covering, select a product specifically documented for that higher-classification and sterility requirement.
Face Veil vs. Sterile Facemask vs. Respirator:
Face veils, cleanroom facemasks, and certified respirators perform different functions. Selection should be based on the facility's contamination-control plan and any workplace respiratory hazards.
- BFV05 Cleanroom Face Veil: Non-sterile Class 10,000 / ISO 7 face covering designed for controlled-environment facial coverage with headloop fastening and a published 85% PFE.
- Sterile Cleanroom Facemask: Select an appropriately qualified sterile mask where the process requires sterile gowning or specific cleanroom filtration characteristics.
- Certified Particulate Respirator: Choose an appropriately approved NIOSH respirator when the workplace hazard assessment requires respiratory protection from airborne particles.
- Respirator Fit Testing: Tight-fitting respirators used in an occupational respiratory-protection program require the applicable medical evaluation, training, and fit-testing procedures.
- Respirator Seal: A cleanroom face veil's noseband and headloops do not establish a tight-fitting respirator seal.
- Bacterial Filtration: A separate BFE value should not be assumed from the published PFE result.
- Sterility: Non-sterile and sterile face coverings are not interchangeable where validated sterile presentation is required.
- Full Gowning System: Face coverings should be evaluated together with hoods, goggles, garments, gloves, and the approved donning sequence.
Respiratory Protection Guidance: BFV05 is not a NIOSH-approved N95 respirator and is not a substitute for respiratory protective equipment. If the task involves airborne particulate, infectious aerosol, chemical vapor, or another inhalation hazard requiring respiratory protection, select approved equipment under the facility's respiratory protection program.
Cleanroom Personnel Contamination Control:
Facial coverings help manage one component of operator-related contamination. Their performance depends on appropriate gowning, correct positioning, controlled movement, and timely replacement when compromised.
- Personnel Emissions: Speaking, breathing, movement, and inadvertent facial contact can contribute to contamination risk.
- Material Shedding: Low-linting construction helps reduce material-related particle contribution.
- Edge Integrity: Ultrasonically sealed edges help limit loose fibers and material fraying.
- Headloop Security: Consistent headloop placement reduces unnecessary repositioning.
- Noseband Position: The malleable noseband supports comfortable contouring and fit stability.
- Glove Contact: Touching the veil while gloved can transfer contamination; follow the facility's corrective gowning procedure.
- Wet or Damaged Material: Replace face veils when their condition no longer meets the approved gowning requirements.
- Hood Integration: Avoid exposing uncontrolled hair, loose materials, or gaps inconsistent with the approved gowning configuration.
- Behavior Controls: Maintain appropriate talking, movement, and intervention practices near exposed products or sensitive workstations.
- Training: Include correct placement, inspection, replacement, and removal in gowning qualification activities.
Packaging and Controlled Material Transfer:
BFV05 is packaged in sealed polyethylene bags to support protected storage and controlled distribution. The non-sterile configuration should be handled according to the facility's material-transfer procedures.
- Inner Bag: 100 individual face veils per sealed polyethylene bag.
- Outer Bag: One sealed inner bag per sealed outer polyethylene bag.
- Case: 10 outer bags per lined carton.
- Total Case Quantity: 1,000 individual veils.
- Receiving: Verify manufacturer part number BFV05 and inspect shipping packaging.
- Material Staging: Remove shipping cartons and unnecessary packaging at the approved transfer stage.
- Outer-Bag Handling: Follow the facility's approved cleaning or protective-layer removal method.
- Non-Sterile Status: Packaging is designed to protect product cleanliness but is not a validated sterile presentation.
- Inner-Bag Opening: Open in the designated dispensing area using appropriate clean handling.
- Individual Issue: Minimize contact with unused veils when removing a unit from the bag.
- Storage Between Issues: Protect remaining units from uncontrolled handling, splashes, and particulate contamination.
- Lot Control: Maintain packaging information and material traceability as required by the quality system.
Material Transfer Guidance: BFV05 is packaged in sealed inner and outer polyethylene bags for controlled handling but is not sterile. Follow the facility's defined transfer, staging, and issue procedures, and select a qualified sterile product whenever the operation requires sterile face-covering presentation.
Storage and Replacement Recommendations:
- Storage Environment: Cool and dry conditions
- Temperature: Below 40°C (104°F)
- Sunlight: Protect from direct sunlight
- Fluorescent Light: Store away from prolonged fluorescent light exposure as directed by the manufacturer
- Packaging: Keep unused veils in original protective bags until required
- Physical Protection: Avoid crushing, tearing, excessive folding, and damage to nosebands or headloops
- Before Use: Inspect for visible contamination, torn film, damaged edges, or defective fastenings
- During Use: Maintain correct positioning and avoid unnecessary face contact
- Replacement Triggers: Wetness, visible contamination, damage, displacement, or contact with nonqualified surfaces
- Routine Replacement: Follow the facility's approved gowning-change schedule
- After Removal: Dispose of used veils according to the approved procedure rather than returning them to unused stock
- Cleaning and Reprocessing: Do not assume the product can be laundered, disinfected for reuse, autoclaved, or sterilized after receipt
- Traceability: Retain manufacturer and receiving information where required
- Disposal: Follow the facility's contamination-control and applicable waste-management requirements
Manufacturer Technical Documents:
Ansell BioClean Microflow BFV05 Manufacturer Product Information: Click Here
Ansell BioClean Microflow BFV05 U.S. Technical Data Sheet - Class 10,000 / ISO 7 (PDF): Click Here
BioClean Microflow BFV05 Product Data Sheet (SOSCleanroom PDF): Click Here
Ansell BFV05 Manufacturer Product Documentation and Resources: View Manufacturer Resources
SOSCleanroom BioClean Microflow BFV05 Product Information: Click Here
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Notes: Need assistance selecting a cleanroom face veil, determining whether sterile facial covering is required, or comparing ISO 7 veils with ISO 4 sterile facemasks? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for additional guidance on facial-covering selection, gowning procedures, filtration specifications, hood compatibility, and contamination control.
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Product description updated: October 23, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)
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