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Welding Helmets, Good equipment for a weekend warrior. |
PlantMan |
Dec 14 2015, 02:50 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 438 Joined: 14-May 14 From: Mission Viejo Member No.: 17,352 Region Association: Southern California |
Ladies and Gents,
Need recommendations on good helmets. This is something I will be using on the weekend when working on the car and other projects, not for everyday use. I am sure my kids will be using it too so offer up any suggestions on equipment you would require your kids to wear. I have a cheap helmet which would probably be fine for quick tasks but want to insure the safety of others too. Much appreciated. Kevin (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) |
tomrev |
Dec 14 2015, 03:17 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 231 Joined: 25-February 14 From: N. Mich. Member No.: 17,037 Region Association: None |
[quote name='PlantMan' date='Dec 14 2015, 12:50 PM' post='2277088']
Ladies and Gents, Need recommendations on good helmets. This is something I will be using on the weekend when working on the car and other projects, not for everyday use. I am sure my kids will be using it too so offer up any suggestions on equipment you would require your kids to wear. I have a cheap helmet which would probably be fine for quick tasks but want to insure the safety of others too. I wanted to try an auto darkening helmet, after 25 years with a regular hood, so first tried a cheap Harbor Freight one, for around $40. It worked so well, I am still using it, and have had it about 5 years now. |
914Mels |
Dec 14 2015, 03:17 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 357 Joined: 20-June 11 From: Santee Member No.: 13,221 Region Association: Southern California |
Just bought a Miller 251292 on Amazon for under $90. Haven't used it yet but it is rated pretty good for a inexpensive helmet
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mb911 |
Dec 14 2015, 03:20 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,881 Joined: 2-January 09 From: Burlington wi Member No.: 9,892 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Ladies and Gents, Need recommendations on good helmets. This is something I will be using on the weekend when working on the car and other projects, not for everyday use. I am sure my kids will be using it too so offer up any suggestions on equipment you would require your kids to wear. I have a cheap helmet which would probably be fine for quick tasks but want to insure the safety of others too. Much appreciated. Kevin (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) I tell all my students re welding ppe is to you get what you pay for.. I have used Jackson nexgen for the last 10 or so years and have tried many different brands.. I think though for you a harbor freight helmet would be fine.. However if you are going to do allot of welding expect to pay 200 plus for something that lasts. Miller, Jackson, speedglass, lincoln, Hobart are all really good brands |
914_teener |
Dec 14 2015, 03:28 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,205 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
[quote name='mb911' date='Dec 14 2015, 01:20 PM' post='2277114']
[quote name='PlantMan' post='2277088' date='Dec 14 2015, 12:50 PM'] Ladies and Gents, Need recommendations on good helmets. This is something I will be using on the weekend when working on the car and other projects, not for everyday use. I am sure my kids will be using it too so offer up any suggestions on equipment you would require your kids to wear. I have a cheap helmet which would probably be fine for quick tasks but want to insure the safety of others too. Much appreciated. Kevin (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) [/quote] I tell all my students re welding ppe is to you get what you pay for.. I have used Jackson nexgen for the last 10 or so years and have tried many different brands.. I think though for you a harbor freight helmet would be fine.. However if you are going to do allot of welding expect to pay 200 plus for something that lasts. Miller, Jackson, speedglass, lincoln, Hobart are all really good brands [/quot (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I'm a skier and used to be a National Patroller many years ago. A Dad skied up to me and asked where he could get cheap helmet for his son. I asked him how expensive his son.s head was. |
shoguneagle |
Dec 14 2015, 03:29 PM
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shoguneagle Group: Members Posts: 1,180 Joined: 3-January 03 From: CA, OR, AZ (CAZOR); New Mexico Member No.: 84 Region Association: Northern California |
I only weld as a hobby and use the Miller helmet costing $89.00 and is just fine for mig-welding; oxy-accel, Tig, and plasma cutters require something more on "the dark side". I would buy something that will meet your welding desires at present and future, whether you will be involved with foxy-accel, Tig, or plasma cutters.
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aircooledtechguy |
Dec 14 2015, 03:31 PM
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The Aircooledtech Guy Group: Members Posts: 1,966 Joined: 8-November 08 From: Anacortes, WA Member No.: 9,730 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I bought a lightly used Speedglas SL off CL years ago. Definitely not the cheapest, but not what I would consider expensive considering what it protects. Get a good helmet. You don't want to necessarily shop price alone with a welding helmet and Speedglas is what I consider the industry standard. This is the one I have and highly recommend:
(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/www.bakersgas.com-9730-1450128701.1.jpg) http://www.bakersgas.com/NAS711-05-0013-41...CFc2Cfgod3RIMEQ |
jd74914 |
Dec 14 2015, 03:45 PM
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Its alive Group: Members Posts: 4,782 Joined: 16-February 04 From: CT Member No.: 1,659 Region Association: North East States |
I have one of the more entry level Speedglass helmets (can't remember the model off the top of my head) and really like it. I've used some $100-150 helmets from Miller/Lincoln and liked them just fine as well. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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jimkelly |
Dec 14 2015, 04:09 PM
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Delaware USA Group: Members Posts: 4,969 Joined: 5-August 04 From: Delaware, USA Member No.: 2,460 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
the better helmuts have 4 sensors and the less expensive ones have 2. i have a low end 2 sensor speedglas and many guys here use it and like it. i think it was about $150 on ebay.
it is this one and there was a rebate at the time. http://www.ebay.com/itm/3M-07-0012-31IH-Sp...AYAAOSwEgVWSncW |
76-914 |
Dec 14 2015, 04:12 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,509 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
I agree with the others. If you wear glasses be sure that your new helmet will accept lenses. I bought a Miller Pro Hobby w/ a set of 1.75 lenses last year and am quite pleased with it. I used a Harbor Freight one previously. Although ample, I wish I had gone with the Miller 5 years ago. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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budk |
Dec 14 2015, 04:37 PM
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Yes! It's a Bumblebee! Group: Members Posts: 678 Joined: 24-July 10 From: Hickory, PA Member No.: 11,970 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I agree with the others. If you wear glasses be sure that your new helmet will accept lenses. I bought a Miller Pro Hobby w/ a set of 1.75 lenses last year and am quite pleased with it. I used a Harbor Freight one previously. Although ample, I wish I had gone with the Miller 5 years ago. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) I did the exact same thing, upgraded to Miller Pro after using a HF one for years. I can see much better out of the Miller, I never get eye strain like I did with the HF and the headset is much, much better. I also wish I had done it years ago. The quality of my welds has improved because in part of the better visibility. I would stick with any major brand in the $100-$200 range. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) |
Vysoc |
Dec 14 2015, 04:59 PM
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Vysoc Group: Members Posts: 586 Joined: 27-August 09 From: Young Harris, Georgia Member No.: 10,737 Region Association: South East States |
I have the Hobart IMPACT Series, it is significantly better than the cheap Eastwood helmet that came with my welder. More adjustments and allows me to see the spot I am trying to hit. You get what you pay for, spend a little more and enjoy the benefits of a good product, your eyes are very important...protect them.
Vysoc (IMG:style_emoticons/default/flag.gif) |
Andyrew |
Dec 14 2015, 05:00 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
Hf helmet is a great one to have even as a backup. Well worth the $40 when its on sale. Ive been using one at home for years. Used a Prostar for years before it and didnt notice enough of a difference to spend the money on a replacement lense when it came time for it on the prostar.
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DavidSweden |
Dec 14 2015, 05:00 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 479 Joined: 8-June 14 From: Sweden Member No.: 17,452 Region Association: Scandinavia |
Ladies and Gents, Need recommendations on good helmets. This is something I will be using on the weekend when working on the car and other projects, not for everyday use. I am sure my kids will be using it too so offer up any suggestions on equipment you would require your kids to wear. I have a cheap helmet which would probably be fine for quick tasks but want to insure the safety of others too. Much appreciated. Kevin (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) Speedglass 9100XX I can see what Im welding. Its expensive but your worth it |
76-914 |
Dec 14 2015, 06:13 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,509 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
Hf helmet is a great one to have even as a backup. Well worth the $40 when its on sale. Ive been using one at home for years. Used a Prostar for years before it and didnt notice enough of a difference to spend the money on a replacement lense when it came time for it on the prostar. I believe this to be true from your perspective, Andrew. Now will you please tell the Silver Haired Jury just how old your eyes are. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
Mueller |
Dec 14 2015, 06:22 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,146 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None |
Miller Elite with cheater lens so I don't have to wear my glasses when welding.
For MIG I use my old Speedglas which is not suitable for TIG. I don't mind HF for many items, a welding helmet is not one of them. |
mr914 |
Dec 17 2015, 10:22 PM
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914 Hillbilly Group: Members Posts: 576 Joined: 11-January 03 From: Lincoln NE Member No.: 131 Region Association: None |
Miller or Hobart. The $100-200 variety.
One that use aaa batteries. I put mine in a pillowcase to keep clean. |
Bartlett 914 |
Dec 18 2015, 07:43 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,216 Joined: 30-August 05 From: South Elgin IL Member No.: 4,707 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I use a nice Lincolin one and I am very happy with it.
I also purchased 2 helmets from Harbor Freight. I tried one and it flashed me so bad I felt it was not usable. This is why I purchased the Lincoln. I later tried the other HF helmet and it worked fine. So if you do get a cheap HF one and it doesn't work, take it back. The difference between the 2 was huge. Don't leave the helmet in the dark. The solar cells keep the internal batteries charged. I keep mine in the front office where it stays clean and there is plenty of light. |
Andyrew |
Dec 18 2015, 08:09 AM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California |
I use a nice Lincolin one and I am very happy with it. I also purchased 2 helmets from Harbor Freight. I tried one and it flashed me so bad I felt it was not usable. This is why I purchased the Lincoln. I later tried the other HF helmet and it worked fine. So if you do get a cheap HF one and it doesn't work, take it back. The difference between the 2 was huge. Don't leave the helmet in the dark. The solar cells keep the internal batteries charged. I keep mine in the front office where it stays clean and there is plenty of light. Good point, i have honestly had my HF helmet for 7 years. The ONLY time I get flashed is when the sensor is covered up from being in odd positions. My dad has a HF helmet as well and it works just as well. The viewing area is plenty large and the visibility is plenty good. Again, I prefer it to my ProStar $200 helmet. The biggest issue I have with the HF helmet is the plastic headstrap, it constantly falls apart, but it only takes a little to put back together. |
saigon71 |
Dec 18 2015, 03:46 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,000 Joined: 1-June 09 From: Dillsburg, PA Member No.: 10,428 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
For a weekend warrior, I don't think you can go wrong with the HF auto darkening helmet. I've done a lot of welding with mine over the years restoring the teener & have never had a problem.
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