3M 10197 welding goggles W5 tint, flip-up, protective for welding and cutting

Welding goggles are an essential safety device for anyone working with gas welding, soldering, or cutting. The 3M 10197 model stands out with its comfortable flip-up front cover, allowing you to instantly switch between welding and grinding modes. These welding goggles protect your eyes from sparks, dust, UV rays, and infrared radiation, ensuring comfort throughout the workday.

Welding Goggles - Key Features

• Flip-up Front Cover — Lower it for welding or cutting, and raise it instantly when you need to grind — no need to change goggles.
• Scratch-Resistant Lens Coatings — The double-sided coating protects against sparks and abrasive dust, ensuring clear visibility for a long time.
• Industrial-Grade W5 (IR5.0) Polycarbonate Lenses — Blocks 99.9% of UV rays and 98% of infrared radiation, protecting your eyes from fatigue.
• 4 Indirect Ventilation Holes — Provides good air circulation, prevents lens fogging, but does not allow splashes or dust to enter.
• Ergonomic 360° Fit to the Face — The soft frame and adjustable head strap ensure comfortable wear without pressure marks.
• Universal use — Suitable for both welding/cutting and grinding operations, so you don't need to change goggles.

Technical specifications

• Model: 3M 10197
• Lens Shade: W5 (IR5.0)
• Lens Material: Polycarbonate
• UV Protection: Blocks 99.9% of UV rays
• Infrared Radiation Protection: Blocks 98% of IR rays
• Coating Type: Scratch-resistant coatings on the inner and outer lens surfaces
• Ventilation Holes: 4 indirect ventilation holes
• Front Cover: Flip-up
• Frame Construction: Soft frame with a 360° fit to the face
• Attachment: Adjustable head strap
• Purpose: gas welding, brazing, cutting, and grinding.

Who is it suitable for and how to use it?

These welding goggles are designed for welders, metalworkers, and hobbyists who work with gas welding, brazing, or cutting. Before starting work, lower the front cover for welding, and after finishing, raise it for grinding without removing the goggles. The adjustable strap allows you to adjust the fit according to your head size, making the goggles suitable for long-term daily use in workshops or production environments.

Buyer questions

Q: How does the flip-up front cover work?
Simply lower the cover before welding or cutting, and raise it after finishing for grinding. This allows you to instantly switch between protection modes without removing the goggles from your face.

Q: Do the lenses protect against fogging during use?
Yes, the goggles have 4 indirect ventilation openings that ensure air circulation and prevent fogging, while also preventing splashes or dust from entering the eye area.

Q: What level of radiation protection do the W5 lenses provide?
Industrial-grade W5 (IR5.0) polycarbonate lenses block 99.9% of UV rays and 98% of infrared rays, reducing eye fatigue during prolonged use.

The 3M 10197 welding goggles provide reliable, comfortable, and long-lasting protection for everyone working with welding, brazing, or cutting. An excellent choice for workshops and professional use.

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