Speedglas 9100 FX Welding Helmet with Flip-Up ADF Visor

A step up from the Speedglas 9100, the 9100 FX offers increased versatility with a "flip-up" ADF, exposing a clear, wide-view grinding shield for when you have to switch back and forth between welding and non-welding tasks.
The exceptionally clear and large (8" x 4-1/4") grinding shield offers a greater field of view in all directions, while the smooth visor flip-up pivot mechanism assures effortless transition from welding to grinding modes.

The 9100 FX comes standard with Shade 5 SideWindows and a top-of-head head spark and spatter cover.
Fisheries offers the 9100 FX helmets in the two larger sized filter options

Suitable for all welding applications, the 9100 FX includes all of the other features of 3M's top-of-the-line 9100 Series, some of which are summarized below.
For more information, see the Speedglas 9100 entry in this catalog or, for even more details, view this entry on our website.

The breakthrough head suspension system is highly adjustable and perfectly balanced for surprising comfort and decreased fatigue.

The premium Speedglas Series 9100 Auto-Darkening Filters feature outstanding optical quality, uniform shading, and minimal distortion across the entire filter viewing area.
They provide constant protection from ultraviolet and infrared (UV/IR) radiation, and consistently switch from light to dark in less than 1/10,000 of a second.

• Use for all arc welding processes: tack welding, stick, MIG, TIG, and plasma, as well as grinding
• Exhaled air is channeled out via side exhaust vents - reduces heat, humidity, and fogging
• Seven dark shades, including 9-13 (variable), 5 for gas welding/cutting, and 8 for micro-plasma or low-amp TIG
• Four sensitivity levels for adjustment for various welding processes and ambient light levels
• Outstanding low-amp TIG performance, even on settings as low as 1 amp
• Any shade can be “locked-in.” For example, you can lock-in the light state shade 3 for grinding
• Innovative "tack welding mode" reduces eyestrain
• Viewing area 9100X: 2.1" x 4.2" (8.8 sq in)
• Viewing area 9100XX: 2.8" x 4.2" (11.75 sq in) - 30% larger than any other Speedglas welding filter
• Meets the requirements of CSA Z94.3 and the high impact requirements of ANSI Z87.1 - 2010

Hard hat models are available by special order; please inquire at 800-426-6930; ask for 3M Customer Service.


Heavy on the technical side...

Speedglas 9100 Series ADF Specifications
• Built-in magnifying lens plate holder
• Built-in cheater adapter
• Dark State: Shade 5, 8, 9 - 13
• Light state: Shade 3
• TIG rating: >1 amp
• Switching speed: 0.1 msec @ 73°F
• Dark to light switching delay: 100 - 250 msec
• UV/IR protection: Shade 12 (permanent - even when the ADF is off)
• Viewing area 9100X: 2.1" x 4.2" (8.8 sq in)
• Viewing area 9100XX: 2.8" x 4.2" (11.75 sq in)
• Number of sensors: 3
• Battery life (approx.): 2,500 hr 9100X; 2,000 hr 9100XX
• Warranty: 2 years
• Compliance: CSA Z94.3; ANSI Z87.1 - 2003
• Classification: 1/2/2/3

Speedglas 9100 Series Head Suspension
• Single-handed adjustments
• Back of headband is self-adjusting and swivels to fit different head shapes
• Fits head sizes 6.5 to 8
• Smooth ratchet mechanism lets you manually tighten the helmet to your personal preference
• Unique 2-strap crown adjustment for increased stability and reduced pressure on the top of the head
• Four settings let you determine the distance between your face and the helmet for optimum viewing
• In the raised position, the helmets "high point" is lower than many other helmets - this affords better balance and means you don't have to tighten the headband as much for the helmet to feel secure
• Headband is designed to avoid applying pressure to critical nerves and arteries on the outside of the skull - lessening worker fatigue