What are the parts of a welding helmet?
Welding helmet assemblies include a shroud, which covers the welder’s neck and upper torso, and a welding helmet. Welding helmets have large viewings lenses that can be passive or auto-darkening. Auto-darkening lenses automatically adjust in the presence of UV and infrared light.
How often should you replace welding helmet?
Grinding sparks and particles can cause damage to your grinding visor and impact it’s clarity, so we suggest looking to replace this every 2 weeks, or more often in the event that visibility is reduced.
How do you test auto darkening helmet?
A simple way to test an auto-darkening welding helmet is to use a torch strike that is used to light an oxy-acetylene torch. Use the striker and create some sparks. The sensor of your welding helmet should instantly notice the sparks and your helmet should switch to dark mode.
Should my welding helmet darken when I look at the sun?
A single slip is all it takes to expose your eyes to dangerous rays that may irreparably damage them. Only welding helmets with a darkness factor of 12 or higher can approach the degree of safety you would need to stare at the sun.
Why choose Miller welding helmets?
Welding helmets are a critical component of a welder’s PPE. Miller offers the widest range of welding helmets, including auto-darkening and passive options, with features like ClearLight™, X-Mode™, InfoTrack™ and premium headgear. Choose from a wide selection designed to work in many welding applications, with a variety of graphics.
What size magnifying lenses do I need for my welding helmet?
Package of 1 Genuine Miller® 2.25 magnifying lens for your Miller auto-darkening welding helmet. Also fits most major brands of welding helmets. Package of 1 Genuine Miller® 2.50 magnifying lens for your Miller auto-darkening welding helmet. Also fits most major brands of welding helmets.
What kind of headgear do you need for a T94 welding helmet?
Genuine Miller® T94™ replacement auto-darkening lens for your Miller T94™ welding helmet ONLY. Genuine Miller® Generation IV replacement headgear for your Miller® T94i™ or T94™ welding helmet ONLY. Genuine Miller Gen 3.5 welding helmet headgear offers comfort and design improvements over the Miller Generation III headgear.
Can you use a slotted hard hat with a welding helmet?
Miller® Slotted Hard Hat Adapter for your Miller welding helmet or face shield is compatible with most major brands of slotted hard hats. Miller Welding Helmet Hook allows you to quickly and conveniently hook your welding helmet to your belt between uses.