Need a New Welding Helmet? 6 Tips you need to know before you buy!

It is an essential part of a welders kit, but with so many different types of welding helmet on the market it can be difficult deciding which is the right one for you. 

Screen size, reaction rates, weight, frequency of use and of course, price are just some of the factors you need to take into consideration. 

Our experienced welding engineers have distilled the best advice into the following 6 handy tips, to help you make a good choice.

1. Lens reactions 

Look for variable shade lenses, these come on all auto-darkening filters.  When the sensor detects the light from the arc the lens begins to darken, depending on the arcs brightness.  Being able to adjust how long the lens stays dark when you have finished welding with adjustable delay settings, is really important.  Generally, for shorter welding jobs keep delays short, for longer jobs with higher amperage, the delays should be longer.  This will protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

2. Size of Viewing Panel

It may sound obvious, but the larger the viewing panel, the more of the job you can see!  If your welding in confined spaces or at awkward angles, a larger viewing panel is particularly important. It is worth noting though that with some models, the larger viewing panel adds to the weight of the helmet.  Lookout for those made of lighter materials.

3 Power source

Auto darkening helmets need a power source.  Some are battery powered, so you will have to consider the cost and time replacing/charging batteries.  Others are solar powered, offering many hours of power storage.  

4. Sensitivity

Look for helmet models that have adjustable sensitivity settings.  Low amperage weld should have an increased sensitivity setting on the lens.  Higher amperage jobs, where the arc will be much brighter should have a lower sensitivity setting.

5. Comfort and fit

So you can focus on your welding without putting strain on your neck, your helmet should be light and durable with adjustable fitting options.  This is particularly important if you spend long periods of time doing a job.

6. Price 

As with most things, beware of the cheapest on the market and the most expensive isn't always right for what you need.  Look for a reputable brand which has adhered to the industry safety standards.  A good welding helmet will not only protect you, but improve the quality of your welding!

DC 1 Dacar Helmet Give Away

To celebrate our new range of premier Dacar helmets, we are giving one away!!  Like, share and comment on our promotional post on Facebook by Tuesday 6th March 2018 and you could be in with a chance.

Powered by solar energy, these superior helmets have a durable, light, flexible nylon shell.  The large 41 x 100mm viewing area has a clear (Din 4) to a variable dark (Din 9-13) speed of only 0.1ms.  There are inner dials for sensitivity regulation and time delay ranging from 0.01 - 1 second.  Great optical quality - CE E379 1/1/1/2 - ensures your safety and comfort.  Made in Spain, these helmets meet European quality standards andcome with a two year warranty.

Available on our website  www.inverterfusion.co.uk/Dacar-DC-1-Welding-Helmet-p/if123189.htm

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