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CEP932-146-125 - 1.25 Diopter Welding Cheater Lens 2x4 Polycarbonate

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OVERVIEW

Precision Optical Magnification for Welding Helmets

The 1.25 Diopter Polycarbonate Magnifying Lens is an essential accessory for welders requiring enhanced visual clarity during intricate fabrication tasks. Designed to fit the industry-standard 2-inch by 4.25-inch lens retention systems found in most passive and auto-darkening welding helmets, this lens provides a fixed magnification level of 1.25. This specific diopter rating is ideal for operators who need a slight visual boost to clearly distinguish the weld pool, electrode placement, and joint fit-up without the excessive distortion associated with higher magnification levels.

Constructed from high-grade polycarbonate, this lens offers significant advantages over traditional glass magnifier plates. Polycarbonate is inherently impact-resistant, reducing the risk of shattering if the helmet is dropped or struck. Furthermore, the material is lightweight, ensuring that the addition of the lens does not contribute significantly to neck fatigue during long shifts. The lens is manufactured to strict optical standards to ensure uniform magnification across the viewing area, minimizing eye strain and allowing for prolonged use in industrial environments.

Installation is straightforward: the lens is typically placed inside the helmet assembly, positioned behind the main shading filter and in front of the welder's eyes. This internal placement protects the magnifier from spatter and smoke, prolonging its service life. Whether used for TIG welding on thin-gauge materials or general fabrication where detail is paramount, this 1.25 diopter plate is a reliable solution for vision enhancement.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 per each
Item:Helmet Lense Magnifier
Lense Size:2x4
Shade or Magnifier # :1.25
Inner Or Outer:n/a
Brand:Generic
Material:lense-polycarbonate, Polycarbonate
Product Type:Magnifying Lens Plate
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Diopter Strength:1.25
Dimensions:2" x 4.25"
Material:Polycarbonate
Product Type:Magnifying Lens Plate
brand:generic
item:helmet-lense-magnifier
lense-size:2x4
shade-or-magnifier:1-25
material:lense-polycarbonate
packaging-description:1-per-each

INCLUDED

  • 1x 1.25 Diopter Polycarbonate Magnifying Lens (2" x 4.25")

APPLICATIONS

  • Precision TIG welding
  • Micro-welding applications
  • General fabrication inspection
  • Reading blueprints while wearing a helmet
  • Reducing eye strain for welders with mild vision correction needs

FAQ

This lens measures the industry standard 2 inches by 4.25 inches (approx. 51mm x 108mm).

It is installed inside the welding helmet, closest to your eyes, behind the main darkening filter and cover lenses.

This lens is made of optical-grade polycarbonate plastic, which is lighter and more impact-resistant than glass.

The 1.25 refers to the diopter strength, indicating the level of magnification. 1.25 is a relatively mild magnification.

Yes, provided the helmet has a standard 2x4 retaining slot or a dedicated cheater lens holder.

No, you should use mild soap and water or a dedicated lens cleaner safe for polycarbonate to avoid clouding the plastic.

That depends on your vision. Some welders use this instead of reading glasses, while others use it in conjunction with their prescription.

While polycarbonate is impact resistant, this specific insert is a secondary lens and should always be used behind a rated safety plate/filter.