Some of the cheap helmets state "not for overhead welding applications".
Others dont' mention it. Why the limitation? Working on a car would
require overhead work at some point.
RichK
Doug Anderson wrote:
> yah, what do ya mean 'non LSR' ??? EVERY racer gets welded ! LOL
>
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> Hi Rich:
>
> 1) Hornell invented toe 'auto dark' lens.
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> 2) They are extremely nice.
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> 3) Worth the $$$
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> 4) Made I believe in Sweden...
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> 5) not S&*%% junk that MIGHT burn your eyes out. Got any more to
> spare ?
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> just like a race helmet,... how much are YOUR eyes worth ?
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>
> Cheers,.. -it's your ol' pal, "Dirt Track Doug" ( a sorta 'retired'
> , professional welder)
>
> Forever leadin' the way in the eternal search for Hot Blues,
> Cold Beer, Fast Cars and Warm Willin' Wimin'..
>
>
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>
>
> From: Richard Kensicki <lowtek@ptd.net>
>
> To: Land Speed List <land-speed@autox.team.net>
>
> Subject: What Welding Helmet to Buy? (non LSR)? Date: Fri, 11 Nov
> 2005
>
>
> I already have a full face helmet with a flip up viewer for
> mig,tig,plasma work but want to try an auto darkening helmet. All seem
> pretty close in features so what am I going to get for the money
> spent? Yes quality and replacement parts are part of the decision but
> when the current project is done I'm not going to be welding everyday
> or week.
>
> I like the Hornell Speedglas line but don't think I'd use it enough to
> justify the cost. Are the real low cost helmets mostly junk?
>
> Rich K
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