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Yellow foam pod ear plugs with blue vinyl cord and metal band, 100 pairs in cardboard box

3M

3M 311-1127 Corded Ear Plugs 26 dB 100 Pairs

SKU CH-JKHQ-S9HNA

Corded, reusable foam ear plugs with a 26 dB noise reduction rating, supplied as 100 individually wrapped pairs

  • SizeUniversal
  • Product typeEar Drying
  • Product colorYellow
  • Reduces noise by 26 dB for hearing protection
  • Push-in pod shape inserts quickly without rolling
  • Vinyl cord keeps plugs together when not worn
  • Metal-detectable design suits food-industry safety requirements
  • 100 pairs packed in cardboard pillow packs for bulk supply

3M 311-1127 Corded Ear Plugs

These reusable ear plugs provide a Noise Reduction Rating of 26 dB for workers in noisy environments. The pod-shaped foam design uses a push-in insertion method for quick fitting. A vinyl cord connects each pair to prevent loss during breaks. The metal-detectable construction suits food-processing and manufacturing lines where foreign-object detection is mandatory.

Upgrade from loose or uncorded plugs

The corded design replaces single plugs that fall to the floor or get misplaced between shifts. The 26 dB rating steps up protection where 25 dB models fall short of site requirements. Metal-detectable materials remove the contamination risk that standard foam plugs pose in audited facilities. The reusable foam reduces waste compared with fully disposable alternatives.

Fits into personal protective equipment kits

The universal size M fits most adult ear canals without needing multiple SKUs. Paper-wrapped pairs in a cardboard pillow pack keep plugs clean until use. Blue band and yellow foam offer high visibility for compliance checks. Vinyl cord resists oils and solvents common in industrial settings. Pack of 100 pairs supports crew-level stocking without frequent reorder.

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Price $113.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 454 comparable items (median $24.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand name3M
Product typeEar Drying
Product colorYellow
Size & build
SizeUniversal

Questions about this item

How does the blue metal band and vinyl cord affect fit and storage for the 311-1127 plugs?

The metal band holds the yellow foam pods at a fixed distance, and the blue vinyl cord links them so the set hangs around the neck when not inserted, reducing loss on site.

What is the correct push-in technique for the E-A-R EXPRESS pods, and what mistake reduces the 26 dB rating?

Hold the blue band, press each yellow foam pod straight into the ear canal until the band rests against the outer ear — twisting or shallow insertion leaves gaps that cut attenuation.

When should the 100-pair cardboard pillow pack be replaced, given the reusable foam and metal-detectable construction?

Replace individual pairs when the yellow foam no longer expands fully, shows tears, or the vinyl cord frays; metal-detectable parts stay compliant until physical damage appears.

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