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Automatic Welding Helmet EXPERT

Welding protection presents different challenges depending on the wel- The shell of the Expert helmet offers not only timeless design, but also
ding process, the environment and the intensity of the work undertaken comfort and performance at the highest level. It can also be used for
by the welder. FÖRCH provides the optimum individual protection solu- overhead welding applications, thanks to its smoke and particle-de-
tion for every welding application, with either active or passive pro- flecting shape.
tection products..

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1 Adjustable sensor slider for changing the viewing 5 Sensitivity regulator to adapt the sensitivity of the
angle from 60° to 80° sensors to the specific environment and personal
2 Protection level ranges DIN 5–9/DIN 9–13 requirements
3 Protection level fine adjustment 6 Automatic/manual mode
4 Grinding mode to switch off the cassette for flicker- 7 Battery CR2032, 2 pcs on the back (Art.-No. 3882 27)
free grinding

A B C D

• Ergonomic design with optimum balance for minimum load on throat • Telescopic mechanism on the headband for individual adjustment of
and neck the helmet for a optimum visibility (B)
• High-quality, heat-resistant material • Tilt adjustment to regulate the distance from the helmet and the chin
• Smoothed edges to deflect the welding fumes (A) (C)
• Bulbous front window with an extremely long service life and sealing • Extended protection area to provide protection for the throat and ears
profile to prevent penetration of gas, fumes, dust and particles (D)
• Perfect in combination with a respiratory protection system

What exactly is welding smoke?
In addition to ozone and CO/CO2, welding smoke is composed mainly ways can prevent them from entering the lungs. Since they cannot be
of metals, which have become vaporised in the electric arc during wel- expelled by coughing, the metal deposits have to be dissolved by the
ding, and ended up as tiny particles in the air. These are so small that body. This causes hazardous substances to enter the bloodstream with
they can be breathed in. Neither the nose hairs nor the cilia in the air- serious consequences.

Material Hazard level Clinical picture
Constructional mild steel medium Iron lung – deposits of iron oxide dust are dissolved by the body over time, no breathing difficulties
Aluminium lung – in contrast with iron lung, the body is powerless against its deposits, causing bre-
Aluminium high
athing difficulties and circulatory problems
Alloyed steels very high Very high quantities of chromium and nickel end up in the lungs, where they enter the bloodstream
Stainless steel when dissolved. Only slowly biodegradable and carcinogenic
Irritant gases – put a strain on breathing and irritate the mucous membranes, can cause head-
Ozone medium
aches and breathing difficulties
CO high Carbon monoxide – can be generated with MAG arc welding. Poisonous even in small dose

Technical data subject to change.
Availability subject to country specific rules and regulations. www.iconridge.com Source: Theo Förch GmbH & Co. KG 223