3M Speedglas 9100 Welding Helmet, Adjustable Headband

3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9100 with side windows, without welding filterFrom 3M, this is a spare part that replaces the original 9100 welding helmet if it becomes worn or damaged and you still can use your welding filter. It only includes headband and silver front panel. Replaces your original 9100 welding helmet if it becomes worn or damaged, but you still can use the welding filter. High-comfort Speedglas headband 9100 with smooth ratchet for precise tightening.Features and Benefits• Replaces our original 9100 helmet if it becomes worn or damaged • Welding helmet with side windows • With headband and silver front panel • Fits 3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Filter Series 9100 (not included)ApplicationsWelding helmets, or welding hoods, are essential personal protection equipment wherever arc welding takes place. The helmet has advantages over goggles in that they also protect the face and neck from flash sparks, and can even serve as face protection PPE when grinding. The 3M™ Speedglas™ 9100 FX Air Welding Helmet is designed to be fitted with auto-darkening lenses. Auto-darkening lenses have advantages over static polarized viewing lenses, in that you can see as normal when not welding without having to adjust your mask. The viewing lens only darkens in response to the light given off from arc welding. In many countries, an auto-darkening welding mask is an industry safety requirement wherever welding equipment is used, and they are regarded as a standard piece of safety equipment for welders.What are the disadvantages of auto-darkening welding masks, compared with fixed-darkness masks?There are two main types of welding mask- those that have a fixed-darkness viewing portal, and those that have an auto-darkening viewing portal. Fixed darkness usually have a flip-up face shield, so that you can see normally when you are not welding, and then nod your head to put the mask in place once you are ready to weld. Auto-darkening helmets use a polarizing filter that automatically prevents harmful flash burn to the user. This has the advantage that the wearer does not have to adjust their helmet for working, saving them time and effort. As they do not need to be adjusted, they reduce the risk of exposure to harmful light. The main disadvantage of a darkening welding helmet is that they are often more expensive than their fixed-darkness counterparts. It is important to choose the welding mask that is best suited to the job at hand.Safety Information• This helmet should be paired with an appropriate filter • For maximum safety and comfort, make it a habit to check your equipment regularly. • Be sure to replace worn out or damaged parts.Why choose 3M?3M are renowned for providing excellent tools and safety equipment for welding applications. Combined with RS Components fantastic customer service, 3M provides a comprehensive range of welding equipment to suit a variety of industries. For safe and reliable welding equipment, 3M are a name you can trust.