Attention all experienced welders, this series of welding helmets was made for you.
The Forney Series of auto-darkening welding helmets feature HD optical clarity with true color technology that allow you to clearly see what you’re doing, resulting in precise and aesthetically pleasing welds. They also encompass excellent features for extreme comfort, such as an adjustable dual headband with a ratchet adjustment. This way you can comfortably modify the headgear to comfortably fit your head. They also feature a sweatband with padding to relieve your head from pain.
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Here are some great features of the Forney Series helmets;
Forney® Series Features:
- HD optical clarity with true color technology
- 1/1/1/2 optical clarity rating
- Functional user controls
- Tilt adjustment to set the optimum position of the helmet in relation to the chin
Auto-Darkening Filter (ADF) Features:
- High-grade, heat resistant material
- Two optical arc sensors to protect against arc flash
- 5.97 sq. in. (3-3/5″ x 1-7/11″) expanded viewing area
- DIN 9-13 variable shade selections
- 1/25,000 per second switching speed
- Cheater/magnifying lens compatible
Shell and Headgear Features:
- Lightweight
- Impact resistant and fireproof nylon shell
- Adjustable dual headband
- Versatile angle and horizontal adjustments
- Padded removable sweatband
- 5-point adjustment for easy modification
- Ratchet and tilt adjustment
- Contoured profile design naturally directs fumes away
Lens and Lens Controls
| Outer Lens | Inner Lens |
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Headgear
Technical Information
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Forney® |
|---|---|
| Viewing Area | 5.97 sq. in. (3-3/5″ x 1-7/11″), (92 mm x 42 mm) |
| Variable Shade Selection | DIN 9-13 |
| Shade Selector | External shade selector knob |
| Grind Mode | External shade selector knob |
| Number of Arc Sensor | 2 |
| Optical Clarity Rating | 1/1/1/2 |
| High Definition Clarity | Yes |
| Shell | 15.24 oz., impact resistant, fireproof |
| Sensitivity Control Adjustment | Low-high, internal, adjust by step-less |
| Delay Control Adjustment | Min-max, internal, adjust by step-less |
| Delay Time | 0.15S ~ 0.80S |
| Switching Speed | 1/25,000 per second |
| Low TIG AMPS Rated | 5 AMP |
| Power Supply | Li-Mn battery (non-replaceable) & solar combination |
| Automatic On/Off | Yes |
| Meets Standards | All related CE standards (DIN and ISO) and EN166, EN175, EN379 and ANSI Z87.1 safety standards |
| Magnifier Lens Compatible | Yes |
| Headgear | Dual strap, padded sweatband |
Accessories and Replacement Parts
Forney®
| ITEM# | Description |
|---|---|
| 55759 | 2-Pack Outer Protective Lens |
| 55761 | 5-Pack Outer Protective Lens |
| 55760 | 2-Pack Inner Protective Lens |
| 55762 | 5-Pack (2-Inner Lenses & 3 Outer Lenses) |
| 55786 | Replacement Ratchet Headgear |
Universal Replacement Parts
| ITEM# | Description |
|---|---|
| 55767 | 1.0 Diopter Magnifying Lens |
| 55768 | 1.5 Diopter Magnifying Lens |
| 55769 | 2.0 Diopter Magnfiying Lens |
| 55770 | 2.5 Diopter Magnifying Lens |
Want more information? Check out the videos below!
Helmet Details and Specifications
Through the Lens Comparison
Headgear Overview
Forney Industries auto-darkening welding helmets meet all related CE standards (DIN and ISO) and EN166, EN715, EN379 and ANSI Z87.1 safety standards.
For more information about these welding helmets, visit forneyind.com, or call our customer service team at 1-800-521-6038.
