3m Adflo Welding Helmets

3M 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 & an audible alarm sounds when it's time to change the filter.

In 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.

How does the 3M Adflo filter system work ?

• The Adflo particle filter is compulsory. Welders requiring respiratory protection need the particle filter to capture metal fumes.
• A Adflo spark arrestor prevents the emission of flammable particles & can be washed.
• Fitting a pre filter prolongs the life of the particulate filter. This is normally changed when it looks like a burnt piece of toast!
• An odour filter removes nasty and unpleasant smells.
• A gas and vapour filter is without competition & protects against specific organic, inorganic, acidic gases and vapours. This sits between the particulate filter & 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.

The 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 & the air hose even kicks out to the side, allowing you to nod the head back & forth with ease. The head nut & ratchet set is smooth and heavy duty, allowing the Speedglas G5-03 Pro(welding) or G5-01(welding & grinding) air head top to be rocked back & forth weld by weld or grind by grind.

Also, the Adflo hose hose is length adjusting meaning you're not left with slack hose sat on you're back.

What shade levels are available on 3M's G5 series welding head tops ?

• Shade 3.5: Light state
• Shade 5: for plasma cutting & oxy/fuel welding
• Shade 8; heavy duty plasma cutting above 45 amps,
• Shade 9: light duty TIG welding & car body repair,
• Shade 13/14: iron powder stick & flux cored MIG welding.