No welding work is unthinkable without a special mask, as the face and eyes need to be protected from radiation and splashes of hot metal. A good mask is one of the conditions for safe welding. Our rating will help you navigate in the most popular models and choose a good mask for comfortable work.
Content:
- Welding mask of which firm to choose
- Rating of the best welding masks
- Best budget masks
- Best professional masks for welders
- Which welding mask to buy
Welding mask of which firm to choose
3M
3M company has more than 30 years of experience in productionwelding masks and other welder protection equipment. The most popular is the line of Speedglas models, in which there are all - masks, shields, filters, protective plates.
Svarog
The company supplies welding equipment, masks and other accessories to the domestic market since 2007.In production, strong and light materials are used, among the range there are masks in which all types of welding can be carried out, for example, the Svarog AS-2-F( G) model.
Resanta
The Resanta brand is known for its welding masks with automatic "chameleon" filters that react to changes in light intensity and reliably protect the eyes of the worker. The company offers semi-automatic, argon-arc, manual arc masks and models for professional welding.
Fubag
Welding masks of the trade mark Fubag are made of shockproof material, and the chameleon filters automatically darken at the time of welding and when lighting is increased from sparking metal. In the screens are also built-in permanent filters with protection from ultraviolet and infrared radiation.
Brima
Brima is a German company with more than 50 years of history that produces welding equipment, including protective masks for household and professional use. A branded service center of this trade mark can be found in any large city of Russia.
Quattro Elementi
is an Italian brand that produces welding, pumping, heat and compressor equipment and components for it. The assortment of masks for welding will include models from classical ones with a conventional filter to a professional "chameleon" type.
Rating of the best welding masks
The rating of welding masks is made taking into account the following criteria:
- popularity of the model among consumers;
- type of filter;
- product cost;
- body material;
- mounting option;
- usability;
- availability of certification.
Best budget masks
Brima HA-1005
Welding mask with a conventional light filter, head restraint and fixation on the head. Material - heat-resistant plastic, the protective glass can be raised and lowered. Dimensions of the screen - 11 × 9 cm, product weight - 800 g.
Advantages:
- possibility to fix the mask, which excludes its slipping and gives freedom to both hands;
- non-fixed screen;
- heat-resistant body;
- reasonable price.
Disadvantages:
- can not rotate the mask when working in confined spaces.
In consumer feedback, there is information that when shopping in a store, sellers have difficulty in assembling the product. We believe that this fact can not be considered a defect. In general, the Brima HA-1005 is a decent classical budget model for use in household welding.
Quattro Elementi Lambda
Welding mask with headband and conventional light filter - blackout level DIN 11. Made of heat-resistant plastic, window dimensions - 9 × 11 cm.
Advantages:
- headband release hands free;
- is convenient and flexible;
- shield design protects from the negative effects of smoke;
- heat-resistant housing;
- does not burn out, wear-resistant;
- lightweight - weight 490 g;
- soft antibacterial head protection.
Disadvantages:
- in the open position sometimes falls - you have to twist the latches.
Most reviews do not have negative color. Some users note a poor visibility at the initial stage of welding because of the dark screen.
Petrel HH-U1
Simple, low-cost polyethylene mask with rack-and-pinion adjustment. On the head, the flap is fixed with a button, the size of the headband can be changed if necessary. The screen size is 12.1 × 6.9 cm.
Advantages:
- wide operating temperature range -45. .. + 45 ° C - allows to use the mask both indoors and outdoors, even in severe frosts or in heat;
- is lightweight - weighs 530 g;
- filters are protected by glass in accordance with GOST;
- convenient attachment to the head;
- inexpensive;
- product is certified.
There were no shortcomings in the study of customer reviews.
The best professional masks for welders
3M Speedglas 9100XX MP Air
Such a welding accessory would be envied by Tony Stark himself, who is who, and Iron Man knows a lot about welding.3M Speedglas 9100XX MP Air - this is a real protective helmet, created by the most advanced developments. This mask provides comprehensive protection for the welder in all conditions, even the heaviest. The body material is heat-resistant polycarbonate, the size of the flap is 17 × 10 cm. In addition to the mask, the kit includes an air supply unit, an air flow indicator, a spark arrester, an aerosol filter and a prefilter, a belt, a battery and charging device, and an air hose. Advantages:
- simultaneous protection of the eyes, head, face, hearing and respiratory organs;
- provides an additional overview of the periphery thanks to two passive lenses with a 5 DIN dullness, as well as an excellent overview at the top;
- dimming adjustment in the range 5-13 DIN;
- is compatible with all welding filters of the Speedglas series;
- the level of protection against flying sparks is confirmed by the standard EN 166: BT;
- thoughtful system for adjusting the helmet on the head;
- excellent visibility;
- silver coating around the screen effectively reflects the heat radiation and light released during welding.
In their feedback, consumers unanimously agreed that the mask exceeded all expectations, and the only negative point was a high price.
FUBAG Chameleon BLITZ 9-13
Welding mask with adjustable sensitivity, shaped to prevent fogging. The screen is automatically darkened when the arc is ignited thanks to the "chameleon" filter. Dimensions of the screen - 9,7 × 4,75 cm, dimming in the range of 9 to 13 DIN, two sensors and reliable protection against IR and UV radiation. Coverage of operating temperatures - from -10 to +55 ° C, the filter works from solar panels. The case is made of polyamide nylon and shockproof plastic.
Advantages:
- convenient and lightweight - weighs 430 g;The
- filter operates at a rate of 10 microseconds;
- automatic power on and off;
- compliance with quality standards( availability of certificates);
- , if necessary, the filter can be switched off during operation, for example, when processing welding seams with a grinder;
- filters against ultraviolet and infrared radiation are constant, so with a faulty filter, the eyes are protected from IR and UV rays;
- mask can be used for different welding modes - TIG, MMA, MIG / MAG.
Disadvantages:
- is not suitable for operation at significant sub-zero temperatures;
- the technical groove is not properly protected, therefore sparks fall on the photocell;The
- filter is not foldable, "disposable", if the batteries are damaged, it is problematic to replace them.
In general, consumers evaluate the mask FUBAG Chameleon BLITZ 9-13 positively, noting the long service life of the product( 5-6 years and longer).
Bison Expert 11079
Mask Bison Expert 11079 is made of durable and lightweight heat-resistant plastic. The dimming range is 9-13 DIN, in the no welding mode - 4 DIN.The type of the filter is a chameleon, the screen sizes are 9.8 × 4.2 cm. The power source can be either solar batteries or lithium AAA cells. The mask can be adjusted to the size of the head from 54 to 62. The operating temperature range is -5. .. + 55 ° C.
Advantages:
- light filter itself changes the degree of dimming of the window;
- lightweight - weighs 560 g;
- is compact, does not take up much storage space;
- adjustable flap position;
- good visibility;
- can be used for any welding work.
Disadvantages:
- can not be used at low temperatures.
Most users rate the mask as universal, noting the ability to work with any type of welding.
What kind of welding mask to buy
For working with metals that emit acrid smoke, you need to choose a mask with a filtering system. The principle of their action is similar to the operation of a gas mask. The ventilation unit of such models consists of a filter and a fan that is powered by batteries. Masks with a filter contamination sensor allow you to replace filter elements in time.
Examples of popular masks with ventilation:
- Tecmen ADF-715S;
- Tecmen ADF-815S;
- Optrel e640;
- MACH III WIND;
- 3M ™ Speedglas® 9000 and 9100XX MP Air.
If you are a professional welder, your mask should be with automatic adjustment of the light filter. Another better option - a model with transparent windows on the sides and corrective lenses. An important component of professional models is the arc sensor. It will not allow the light filter to open during welding.
Examples of models with optical sensor:
- Aurora A-998F BLACK COSMO;
- FoxWeld Corundum-2;
- Bison "Master" 11074.
The material of any welding mask in accordance with GOST must be made of heat-resistant material that does not conduct current. When buying a welding mask, make sure that its weight will allow to work without discomfort and neck leakage. To work in crowded conditions, a mask model is better suited, which you do not need to remove and put on every time, raise the shield. These are masks with a headband and automatic screen lifting.
