True Color Welding Helmet Review- Miller, Lincoln, ESAB and Speedglas
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- We put all the new welding helmet "true color" lens technology to the test. Our welding engineer welded with each and gives feedback on the clarity, headgear, weight and overall value of each of the helmets. Links to all the helmets are below:
Miller Digital Infinity
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Lincoln Viking 4C
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ESAB Sentinel
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Speedglas/3M 9100XXi
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Good comparison but it would have been really nice to show how the actual welding looks through the helmets. A video (or picture) shows/tells volumes.
I just opened this video and realized, this guy is a teacher at my college😂
Does he give you good discounts?
@@kylearaiza8808 no he doesn't sell anything there
I don't get people who think their helmets weight bothers them. Maybe its because i exercise alot? I borrowed a "super heavy helmet" according to my buddy and welded almost 8 hours in total and didn't notice that it was to heavy.
I just want to add to everyone looking. Watch how the helmets sit on his head. The 3m is by far the most comfortable to walk around and wear around because it sits lower and hugs your head. It makes it so your head and neck don't feel the weight so much in the up position. Just something to look at.
Just ordered a 3350 from you guys just now can’t wait for it to get here 😁
Awesome thanks for the order!
What did you think? Was it worth it for you?
Mine Lincoln flashed me 4 times on 40AMPS DC yesterday. Miller didn't flash on DC TIG. Maybe faulty module?
We'll I finally bout the newer model and out of all my hoods it is my go to hood. Thanks Miller!!!
I really enjoy the welding helmet comparison videos you guys do.
Thanks for watching Lucas!
Speedglas is way to go! Love my 9100x could only imagine the xxi
Gotta give it to speedglas for innovation and the fact it’s the only one with an integrated ventilation over mold. Also adaptive with 3Ms PAPR system . I believe that should have been covered as an attribute in this video.
Good point! Miller has some nice PAPR systems as well. Only downside with Speedglas PAPRs is the lead time.
I have never seen anybody apart from a first year apprentice weld with their head that CLOSE to the arc,: first up the lens will get burnt from direct radiation and the lens will get covered in smoke after i minute of welding : you have your head right in the smoke stream.
I was gonna say the same thing I could be three feet away from the weld and see it just as good as I could up close lmao jesus christ. Can you imagine how much he'd have to pay for cover lenses LOL.
Mentorcase is he welding his face? Find out next on the weld doctor! So true dude how can you see anything that close?!
Absoulty the first thing I thought as well.
He is sitting down. He just welding on a tall-ish table. He didn’t want to stand lol who cares
Why are you so close? Do you need a magnifying lens? I'm not sure I have seen anyone outside of high school shop put their head in the smoke when welding in the open like that
I'm long sighted and I weld with my head that close
Everything I've read is that the sentinal had the best headgear.. I got one and its exceptional.
Yep, have to agree. Best adjustability and the most comfortable by far in my book!
The speedglas is my personal favorite not only because of the side lenses and clarity but because in comparison to my 3350 its so much more comfortable really comes in handy on long shifts
Great review, sound was poor near the end it was hard to workout what you was saying but think the miller was the winner
Lincoln is the best. And i can stand straight with my bad vision of 20/40 left eye 20/60 right eye with night blindness.
Thanks for watching!
Digital infinity is the only way to go,nice job miller
My only gripe with that is it's heavy though. I would like to try the T94.
Who is the safer for your eyes?
So which has the absolute best clarity?
speedglas all the way. GOOD VIDEO
Thanks for watching!
What do you think of the Jackson bh3 and truesight 2? I own the bh3 and the clarity on it is the best I've used so far. You have me intrigued on the new miller. I still own an old miller elite from back in the day that amazed me before I got the jackson bh3.
How do you change that music coming out of that welder to some other tune?
Do you mean how to make the background music change? We just do that in a photo editing software. Thanks for watching!
Guaranteed high-definition effects, as well as UV and IR indicators
Great video, I run speedglas since it came out, love them,
But I've started using the esab sentinel a50 now for years now and is great 👍
Lots of new models out now. Time for a new hood video!
I want to get the speedglas 9100xxi. I have the 9100v and I thought that was one of the best out there at the time.
overrated
How about some video through the lens ??
which one has best protection to your eyes
Pretty sure all of those will protect perfectly fine. I own sentinel a50 and with shade 11 or 10 i feel nothing on my eyes after hours of welding.
@@koistinen9368 what type of welding do you do? I'm considering buying the a50 as my first helmet but I've heard people complaining about it being too bright when doing MIG for example
@@LTofficiell Ive done from low amp tig to high amp stick (around 140) and spray mig with shade 10 and 11 and it feels perfectly comftorable even for long times. Since you can go all The way up to 13 i dont see how it could Be too Bright. So i def recommend it just Make sure Ur sensitivity is Set high enough so u dont get that annoying delay on The darkening when lighting The Arc.
Overall 5/5 Hood in My opinion.
@@koistinen9368 okay thank you for the response, I think I will go with that one
The Lincoln is clearer than the Miller and 9100xxi???
But how does they compare to the Crystal 2.0?
I've had the speedglas since it come out and only now has the button on the side for grinding broken. It's such a good helmet and the clear vision you get is well worth the cost in my opinion.
Im able to use it still as i just turned down the sensitivity so it does occasionally go dark when grinding but it's ok till i buy a new one shortly. Thinking about going for the 9100v its the same model with a few updates
I just bought the 9100V it was on sale at my local weld supply, my problem is it advertised that it has grind mode and as far as I can tell, it does not.
Is the sentinel A50 a true color helmet? Like true color like miller lens technology and Lincoln 4C technology or is it a green view like the older ones?
Yes the A50 has the updated technology they just did not name it like the others :)
Left the Optrel headshields out??
We finally made an updated one and Optrel is included posting it this week!
My eyes ache inside after I weld. Not arc eye, but aching inside or back of the eyes. Wasn’t like this when I started welding several years ago. Now, every time. I’ve used different brands, different shades, different settings. Nothing helps. Any reason for this? Are the lenses really 100% safe? Something is getting thru. Doctors said eyes are fine. The aching can last several weeks from one welding session.
Hey sorry to bother you, but I'm trying to decide between the Bobcat 200 air pack and the Lincoln 330 mpx
where can I order the Lincoln 3350? how much it is including the Front and inside cover lenses? Do you ship to Japan?
Email us at support@bakersgas.net for information on how we process international orders :) Thanks for watching!
My Speedglas 9100FX-AIR is over 10 years old and stupid expensive. How do I upgrade to True Color? (There is no way I'm buying another air package welding system)
Keep up the good videos
Thanks for watching!
No optrel?
Optrel panarmaxx sucks
Sounds like 18 & Life playing towards the end
How do you feel the miller t94 Compares to the digital infinity with clearsight? I know the t94 has a smaller viewing area, but I also like the external grind button option and the side panels. I also do a lot of spray arc welding, so I need something that can hold up to high heat
Kenneth- the lens technology is now the same so same clarity for the lens. Andrew said that he prefers the Infinity viewing area for welding. If you are doing a lot of grinding the T94 external button would come in handy. Infinity you are looking at a 13.4 square inch viewing area compared to the T94 at 9 square inches (not including side windows) If you do go with the T94 right now is a great time to buy they have a $50 rebate on the helmet. Hope that helps! Let us know if you have any other questions! Links to both are below:
www.bakersgas.com/MIL280045.html
www.bakersgas.com/MIL260482.html
Speedgkass all day
i still have my 3m 9100 not true color but still the best hood i ever had
Making field welds in tight spots the digital infinity is best
No Optrel or Jackson? This is an incomplete comparison. The Jackson is called True Sight ll for gods sake
Next time we will get them in on the comparison! Thanks for watching
ruclips.net/video/4Khsea0O_mc/видео.html We made one for the Optrel thanks for the suggestion!
Would really like to see the jackson True Sight II
Exactly what I was thinking
Thank you for the suggestion! We will see if we can get one and give it a try and review! Anything specific you would like us to show?
9100xx Speedglas for live
Hi, i have a question. The weight of Linkoln is 3 pounds and Speedglas only 1 pound I have bad information or is it a reality.
The Lincoln Viking 3350 weight is - 1.4 lbs
The Speedglas is about the same but not specifically noted on the spec sheet.
So is there a big difference between the older digital infinity as opposed to the new model of the digital infinity? I have the older model like yours and have been very curious to see what the new version with true light lens has to offer.. I also have the 3350 4c Lincoln too and it is awesome by my preference is the bigger viewing area such as the infinity. What's your take on that?
Luke yes we think there is a significant difference between the traditional Miller lens and the Clear Light technology. We actually made a video that is just about the Miller helmet and we even show the view through the lens below is a link to the video let us know what you think!
ruclips.net/video/sWFq-c1k91k/видео.html
I got a digital infinity when they first came out, now have a t94 with new clear lens. Huge improvement.
Skyler how do you like the T94 headgear?
Bakers Gas love it. Huge improvement. Modified my jackson balder hood to fit the same headgear into. Also comfier than my sentinels headgear but the sentinel is a little more ergonomic so its still more comfortable to wear overrall. Have a lot of hours wearing all 3 of them
The clear light lens is not as GREEN as the older models. I bought the digital elite older model the lens is very green so i exchanged it for the newer model with clear light technology and its wayyy better! I also have the 3350 4C and i love that helmet also the vision is blueish not green like other helmets its awesome.
I’ve been using the 4c Viking for a couple years now. It’s been outstanding for me! Prior to that I was running speedglas.
How does the Viking hold up for you? I’m looking to get one but want it to last
If a speedglass 9100xxi was 325 I would've bought it a long time ago. Try $450 to $535
Check the price now lol
@@jordanz6901 ok let me see. I’ll use Amazon
@@jordanz6901 everything went up. Nice
For some reason I never get on board with the American brand hoods, hard to put finger on but could be the square style of them, what it is I honestly do not know but to call any of these bad is not fair so I will not, taste and personal preferences I suppose?
Just the opposite for me, I just love the Esab comfort, such a step up from lower grade Warrior Tech style hoods, I think it's the best out of them and bought one, however I think it's better for Tig, for stick or high amp Mig/Mag I prefer the 3M to be honest. Also don't like that you must constantly tighten the screw knobs at the sides on the Esab that sucks a bit.
When I am outside and in tight spaces I take the cheaper 3M SL over any of these, honestly it's good enough to be fair even without "true color" and sure is lighter, smaller and the get my head into spaces where the heavy., bigger hoods just are not comfortable.
Where did you buy those safety glasses and can i get prescriptions in them? Thanks!
Steven - They are actually Nike and they are prescription thanks for watching!
Which helmet would be better in the long run?
Miller all the way,speedglas is overpriced,you get the same if not better performance from a Miller infinity for a hundred dollars cheaper,and they look nicer
Miller is a solid choice! Great helmets, warranty and support after the sale. None of the helmets in this video are a bad choice. If you have not made a purchase yet keep in mind right now the Miller Infinity has a $50 rebate if you purchase it before the end of the year with the new Light Kit which is $40. If you add a jacket, gloves and lenses you can get additional rebate! Give us a call if you have questions. 877-930-5690
I have a Speedglass that I purchased in 2001 and had to start back using it full time after 12 years of teaching welding. My students would use it every now and than but I mostly would not let anyone use it but me. Now I’m welding full time and I broke my Lincoln hood that have only had for about 4 years! Just ordered a new xxl speed glass
Your wrong the e sab has super head gear,so nice!!!!!
Which one looks best welding stainless steel with Tig?
Personal preference for clarity and view size I would go Miller Infinity! As far as seeing the best I would have to say you should give the Optrel Panoramaxx a look if price is not an object it has an awesome view and some great technology! Most value by far is the Lincoln 3350 4C. Here is a video on the Optrel:
ruclips.net/video/4Khsea0O_mc/видео.html
Out of those the esab is the best for Tig welding
So which one has the best optics and clarity
Andrew prefers the Miller overall but said in the video that clarity wise they are all similar with the "True Color" technology. The Miller is the heaviest but largest viewing area with great clarity and the Lincoln is one of the lightest and most economical - best bang for your buck. Sentinel has a lot of advanced features like the touch screen inside and the round front/look. Speedglas is the most expensive but they had the technology first and only comes in the one color shown in the video. Hopefully that helps! Let us know if you have more questions!
Miller
I recently bought the miller digital elite from baker with the clear glass I liked it better than the infinity a lot lighter with plenty of viewing area and cheaper it's a great welding helmet
Thanks for watching and for the purchase! How are you liking it?
If you had to rank them in order?
Tough! Miller, Lincoln and Optrel would be in the top three! ESAB and Speedglas next!
How the optrel panoramax 2.5 Will compare with these?
ruclips.net/video/4Khsea0O_mc/видео.html
A shit ton better
It's refreshing in 2018 to see someone not care about sound levels on their videos.
We record in a real welding shop during work hours. We do our best to minimize background noise.
What about Jackson truesight 2, should be on that table
Yes we unfortunately did not include that one! Maybe next time! Thanks for watching!
Baker's Gas
Thx for the video man, help me decide my next hood, miller ops infinity, I'll be getting the cat logo.
I bought the A50 as my first welding helmet but now i'm looking for something else, the digital infinity seems like my next go to if not the lincoln. Both are reasonably priced.
@Chris Farley Optical distortion, the ADF is still a little too dark for my liking, the screen is too damn close to my face.
I've tried hacks like using a flood light on my work area, that helps to some degree but the area around the weld puddle still seems too dark for my eyes.
I have no other helmet to compare to so i'm shopping around, plus some others I know have expressed interest in learning to weld and i've offered the use of my machine but I only have one helmet.
I love the touch screen aspect of the a50, works just like my phone. The grind button seems to not work at all, it does not change any settings on the ADF.
@Chris Farley Same :), I will try the miller just to satisfy my curiosity. I could always sell it if I don't like it I suppose.
@Chris Farley Well if I do purchase the miller this year i'll go back and leave some followup about it.
Need better preparation. List of features ie solar, exterior controls, size of viewing, cost, etc.
he went over the cost and most of what you mentioned plus you can always find them online, do your own research when you buy something like this anyway.
Optrel?
We have since added them to the list! This was made pre Crystal lol
Im a noob, what is a grinding button for?
It will keep the lens from darking when grinding.
@@jeffowens8722 ohhhhh, so if you want protection from the sparks but it isn't to bright?
@@YZFoFittie that's correct. Rather than putting on a grinding hood. Just put the welding hood into grind mode. Very handy feature that nearly all auto lenses have
Hey who do we need to harass to get a video about the new Lincoln 3250D FGS. There's not only no comparison between it and the T94 but just no video of it at all... There's your next vid idea...
Thanks for the suggestion! We can make that happen @kurse333 anything in specific you want us to show?
Well since ya mention it... I know it had the 4c tech but I'm wondering about useability and comfort, weight comparison to the t94 and Viking 3350 in my case. I bought my 3350 from y'all and if the 3250d is what I hope it is I'll be placing another order.
@@kurse333 Stay tuned hoping to make that video soon!
@Baker's Gas ya buddy!
@@kurse333 the T94 feels great on your head! Lightweight and much nicer than the 3350 on your head. As for the 3250D we do not sell nearly as many as we do the T94. It is not a bad helmet but I would point you towards the T94 if you are looking to go that direction or even the Crystal 2.0 is super light and clarity is insane! We just posted a video on that check it out if you have not already.
ruclips.net/video/guSaVioJihA/видео.html
Which hood has the best clarity in your opinion
Lincoln 4C...is the clearest in our opinion! With Miller coming in 2nd! (All Miller with the Clear Light so Infinity, Elite or Performance)
Bakers Gas I ended up with the optrel paramaxx .I have always been a speedglas and esab guy.but after lots of testing the optrel blew me away .
@@eddie19011987 it is super impressive right! How are you liking it?
@@BakersGas its a good but the god of hoods is the optrel crystal the problem with the paramaxx is you can't really probably fit a respirator mask underneath not even with the stealth respirator mask
@@eddie19011987 just got our hands on the Crystal 2.0 and its awesome! If you have not checked out our video here is the link:
ruclips.net/video/guSaVioJihA/видео.html
truecolor
Is he trying to melt the lens off, the only people I have seen weld like this is the engineers at my work and they cant weld for shit.
Speedglas is trash I have an older model and missed 2 days of work do to flash burn because a sensor went bad in my helmet never will I ever own a Speedglas again
Sorry to hear that, maybe it went bad or was defective? Did you try contacting 3M about this?
Im calling bullshit even if your lens was off no UV/IR will pass though the lens it physically cannot give you a flash burn. So either your a liar or, just stupid. The only way you could get flashburn with a hood on is from light leak a reflection come from somewhere either behind or below and enter your hood none of which would be the fault of the hood.
Speedglas is the absolute king
How bout a review by someone that knows anything besides selling hyped up new hoods
Andrew is a welding engineer :)
Holy shit guys. If you're gonna take music from the RUclips creator archive at least get more than 3 songs into the list. Everyone is using this song and its so irritating.
Best option I guess! Any suggestions for your favorites?
epidemicsound.com is cheap and awesome for content creators, check them out for sounds and music.
Thanks for the recommendation we will check it out!
Please keep head out of fumes
Fewer "ums" please!
Nice audio quality, 👎
Lol just a video of a guy trying to confirm in his own mind he bought the right helmet for himself.
Terrible sound
Is the Miller lens clearer than the Lincoln
YES