Thread: Dust masks

3m versa-flo is the clear visor.
The PAPR welding helmet Speedglas G5-01 can be run as a clear visor if you remove the welding lens. ie pulls double duties, but pricey north of $2500.

Originally Posted by Ropetangler

I think that you are probably spot on, but the sticker shock may be just about as deadly as the dust. I have an idea that the 3M version, (think Speedglas welding helmet with PAPR, but with a visor instead of the welding helmet) is around $1300, or is it $700? Both figures are ringing bells

$2400 from BOC, $1600 for older models on ebay.

After reading about the Trend Airshield Pro mask I purchased one earlier this year. Searching the internet the best priced one I found was from VEK Tools for $510 approx, also purchased the ear muffs as an extra. Generally satisfied with it as a dust mask around the shed but as member mw460 noted it is a noticeable weight while using it but gives good ventilation without fogging up. Ventilation fan is a constant noise but acceptable. Two weeks ago I decided to wear this mask when I had some mowing with a zero turn mower on an area not lawn and uneven with fairly long dry grass. Usually mow these areas wearing tinted goggles and ear muffs but some times quite a bit of dust etc thrown up. Tried wearing a dust mask as well but gets too hot and uncomfortable. Well this didn't last too long as the bumpy ride and weight of helmet kept me having to adjust the helmet to its original position. An extra head harness strap may help keep it more secure. Apart from the glare from the sun I also felt some motion sickness starting. Maybe because wearing glasses as well meant the horizon was changing focus too much but I don't really know. I don't usually suffer from motion sickness. This was not what the Airshield Pro was designed for but I thought it worth a go. In hindsight a positive airflow helmet with a belt mounted battery making a lighter head weight would be better and still be ok in the workshop but I won't be purchasing this as well because of expense.
Gerry.

Thanks for the review I've been looking at these!

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Originally Posted by caskwarrior

Thanks for the review I've been looking at these!

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+1 from me too. I would like to have something like the Speedglas PAPR system but for what they are, they seem to be way overpriced, mind you for what they do, quite possibly a bargain.