{"title":"3M ADFLO WELDING HELMETS","description":"\u003cp\u003e3M's Speedglas G5-01 \u0026amp; G5-03 air welding head tops when coupled to Adflo PAPR units combine to provide an extremely durable air fed system carrying a two year warranty \u0026amp; a assigned protection factor of 25.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3M Adflo PAPR unit boasts a number of key features which set it apart from the competition. The fan unit possesses a brushless motor which means it can run all day every day for several years, outlasting it's competitors. The motor even kicks up when the particulate filter starts to become clogged \u0026amp; an audible alarm sounds when it's time to change the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the meantime, the PAPR increases air flow to the helmet from 170 to 200 litres per minute. This can also be activated at the press of a button. Another way to check the blower is running at it's optimum is by dropping on a air flow indicator. If the ball bearing sits above the indicated level, you're good to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 3M Adflo filter system work ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fosterindustrial.co.uk\/adflo-particle-filter-837010\"\u003eAdflo particle filter\u003c\/a\u003e is compulsory. Welders requiring respiratory protection need the particle filter to capture metal fumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fosterindustrial.co.uk\/adflo-spark-arrestor\"\u003eAdflo spark arrestor\u003c\/a\u003e prevents the emission of flammable particles \u0026amp; can be washed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fosterindustrial.co.uk\/adflo-pre-filter-836010\"\u003epre filter \u003c\/a\u003eprolongs the life of the particulate filter. This is normally changed when it looks like a burnt piece of toast!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn odour filter removes nasty and unpleasant smells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fosterindustrial.co.uk\/adflo-gas-filter-837242\"\u003egas and vapour filter\u003c\/a\u003e is without competition \u0026amp; protects against specific organic, inorganic, acidic gases and vapours. This sits between the particulate filter \u0026amp; blower unit-it will have a negative impact on your battery life, so it maybe worth upgrading to lithium heavy duty which will offer 50% more life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G5 series head top has some creditable design features and nowhere is this more evident than in the headband technology. It has endless adjustments to ensure your comfort \u0026amp; the air hose even kicks out to the side, allowing you to nod the head back \u0026amp; forth with ease. The head nut \u0026amp; ratchet set is smooth and heavy duty, allowing the Speedglas G5-03 Pro(welding) or G5-01(welding \u0026amp; grinding) air head top to be rocked back \u0026amp; forth weld by weld or grind by grind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, the Adflo hose hose is length adjusting meaning you're not left with slack hose sat on you're back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat shade levels are available on 3M's G5 series welding head tops ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 3.5: Light state\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 5: for plasma cutting \u0026amp; oxy\/fuel welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 8; heavy duty plasma cutting above 45 amps,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 9: light duty TIG welding \u0026amp; car body repair,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 13\/14: iron powder stick \u0026amp; flux cored MIG welding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"3m-speedglas-9100mp-helmet-9100xxi-adflo-577726","title":"3M Speedglas 9100MP  Welding Helmet 9100XXi Lens \u0026 Adflo 577726","description":"\u003cp class=\"large\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 3M Adflo fresh air welding helmet with 9100MP safety helmet and 9100xxi lens.577726\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9100 lens has seven dark shade levels:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 5 for gas welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 8 for micro plasma and low amp TIG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade 9 to 13 for standard MIG \u0026amp; TIG.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight state is shade 3 and permanent state is shade 13.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 9100xxi filter lens incorporates True colour technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeven user selectable sensitivity levels on lens handles all types of arc welding including low amperage Tig\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay setting allows dark to light switch time adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Year Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foster Industrial","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52838886113611,"sku":"346889","price":1598.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/6994\/7723\/files\/346888_2.jpg?v=1752155729"},{"product_id":"3m-speedglas-g5-01-with-adflo-617830","title":"3M Speedglas G5-01 VC with Adflo 617830","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe new 3M Speedglas Heavy Duty auto darkening Welding Helmet G5 01 VC has more adjustable features than ever, from the colour as seen through the welding filter to the direction of the airflow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Color technology. 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