3M Speedglas 9100 FX Welding Helmet, Adjustable Headband

3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9100 FXFrom 3M, this is a replacement welding helmet for use Speedglas welding filter series 9100. Ensure you get the optimum level of comfort and protection from your welding helmet with this replacement 3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9100 FX, 541800. It is designed to replace worn or damaged 9100 FX welding helmets where the welding filter can still be used. Make it a habit to check your equipment regularly for maximum safety.Features and Benefits• Replacement welding helmet with headband • Can be used with your existing Speedglas welding filter series 9100 • Ensures you get the correct level of comfort and protectionApplicationsWelding 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.