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FF-8-AK - ArcOne FF-8-AK Flip Front Adapter Kit with IR8 Lens

Packaging: 1 per each
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OVERVIEW

Product Overview

The ArcOne FF-8-AK is a specialized Flip Front Adapter Kit designed to enhance the functionality of standard passive welding helmets. This retrofit assembly allows users to convert a fixed-front helmet into a flip-front model, providing significant operational flexibility in industrial environments. The kit is engineered to fit a standard 2-inch by 4.25-inch lens opening, making it compatible with a wide range of traditional helmet shells commonly used in fabrication and MRO sectors.

Technical Specifications

The unit is constructed from high-heat, high-impact polymer materials capable of withstanding the thermal and mechanical stresses typical of welding operations. The kit includes a pre-installed Shade 8 Infrared (IR8) filter plate, which offers protection for lower-amperage welding or cutting applications and serves as a base filter. The flip mechanism is spring-loaded to ensure positive retention in both the raised and lowered positions, preventing accidental closure during inspection or grinding tasks.

Installation and Compatibility

Integration of the FF-8-AK requires a compatible helmet shell. The assembly is secured using the provided mounting hardware, ensuring a tight seal against light leakage and particulate ingress. This adapter is particularly valuable for facility managers looking to upgrade existing PPE inventory without purchasing entirely new helmet systems. It supports standard industry lens dimensions, allowing for easy replacement with different shade numbers or auto-darkening filters (ADF) of the same size.

Additional Information
Brand:ArcOne
Item:Flip Front Adaptfer Kit
Lens Shade:8
Lens Size:2 in x 4.25 in
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Product Type:Retrofit Kit
Material:High-Impact Polymer
Compatible Lens Type:Passive Glass, Polycarbonate
Application:Welding, Cutting, Grinding

INCLUDED

  • Flip-front adapter frame
  • IR8 (Shade 8) filter lens
  • Cover plate
  • Mounting hardware/screws
  • Gasket seal

APPLICATIONS

  • Welding Inspection
  • Oxy-Fuel Cutting
  • Grinding (with lens flipped up)
  • Plasma Cutting
  • Retrofitting older passive helmets

FAQ

It accepts standard industry lenses measuring 2 inches by 4.25 inches.

Yes, it comes complete with a Shade 8 Infrared (IR8) filter plate.

Absolutely. You can swap the Shade 8 lens for any standard 2x4.25 passive filter or compatible auto-darkening filter.

Yes, the kit includes the necessary screws and a gasket for installation.

It is designed for flat-front helmets or those that can be modified to accept a rectangular adapter. It may not fit highly curved or proprietary shell designs without modification.

The adapter frame is made from a durable, heat-resistant polymer.

Yes, flipping the lens up allows you to use the clear safety plate (sold separately or underneath) for grinding without removing the helmet.

Yes, it features a mechanism to hold the lens securely in the up or down position.