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longyard 01-26-2018 04:45 PM

Great Auto Darkening Helmet
 
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I bit the bullet and decided to try an ESAB Sentinel A-50 helmet after reading some very positive reviews. My current helmet has been a Lincoln Viking, which I found to be 1/2 the price and much better than my previous Miller helmet.

The ESAB A-50 is a remarkable leap forward IMHO. The "picture" is absolutely clear, and in "real" color as opposed to the slime green that I normally see in helmets.

The head band is also a big improvement and completely adjustable so that you can "center" your eyes through the lens. It's very convenient and comfortable.

It was pricey at $300, but I feel very much worth it.

I don't work for ESAB, and this is actually the first ESAB product I've ever purchased. YMMV.

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Kevinb71 01-26-2018 04:56 PM

How light does the lens go when not in weld mode? I find i have more trouble that way. It certainly LOOKS the part of something different.

longyard 01-26-2018 07:31 PM

There is a "grind" button on the OUTSIDE of the helmet that makes it easy to make the lens nearly clear. Just tap it. You don't need to flip up the hood.

Brzeczyszczykiewicz 01-26-2018 10:44 PM

Is it possible to change the battery?
I have worn out a few helmets and it is impossible to replace the batteries in the upper shelf.

longyard 01-27-2018 01:12 AM

It takes two CR2450 lithium battery that are changeable.

blue62 01-27-2018 11:36 AM

Hi Bill
Wondering if your new helmet has holders on the inside for a magnafing lens
or are you able to wear reading glasses while using the helmet?

Kerry Pinkerton 01-27-2018 08:52 PM

How expensive is the unique cover lens?

Metlmodr 01-27-2018 10:29 PM

Sentinel A50 fact sheet
 
All tech info here Dave



https://tinyurl.com/ydb9tv8z

longyard 01-27-2018 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blue62 (Post 143274)
Hi Bill
Wondering if your new helmet has holders on the inside for a magnafing lens
or are you able to wear reading glasses while using the helmet?

Yes, I can fit my standard cheater lens in it.

Kerry Pinkerton 01-28-2018 08:56 PM

A 5 pack of the clear front covers are less than $19 Amazon Prime. Not bad at all. I think ones for my Miller are probably more than that.


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