Ready-to-use and versatile powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) system for particulate environments. Features a high-efficiency (HE) particulate filter, 2 selectable flow rate options (6.5 cfm and 7.2 cfm), and 2 types of alarms (1 audible and 1 visual) to alert users of a low battery or a low flow. LED lights on the battery indicate its charge status on and off the charger. Quick-release swivel (QRS) connects quickly and helps avoid kinks in the breathing tube.