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0000593269 - ESAB Proban Flame Retardant Welding Balaclava

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OVERVIEW

Advanced Flame Retardant Head Protection

The ESAB Proban Hood (SKU: 0000593269) is a critical component in personal protective equipment (PPE) for industrial welding environments. Designed to address the risks of arc radiation, spatter, and convective heat, this hood utilizes Proban-treated fabric, a market-leading technology in flame retardancy. Proban is a chemical process applied to cotton that creates a cross-linked polymer within the fiber, ensuring that the flame-retardant properties are built into the material itself rather than just sitting on the surface. This results in a garment that maintains its safety characteristics through repeated industrial laundering cycles.

For safety managers and procurement specialists, the ESAB Proban Hood represents a cost-effective solution for comprehensive upper-body protection. It effectively covers the head, neck, and shoulder areas—zones frequently exposed to stray sparks and UV radiation that standard welding helmets may not fully shield. By integrating this hood into your safety protocol, you reduce the risk of minor burns and long-term skin damage among your workforce.

The hood is engineered for universal fit and compatibility. Its low-profile design allows it to be worn seamlessly underneath virtually any standard welding helmet or hard hat without compromising the fit of the primary headgear. The fabric is lightweight and breathable, addressing the common issue of heat stress in industrial settings. By improving user comfort, the ESAB Proban Hood encourages higher compliance rates among operators, ensuring that safety gear is worn consistently throughout the shift.

Key Technical Benefits

  • Proban Technology: durable flame retardancy that withstands washing.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: protects vulnerable areas of the neck and ears often missed by helmets.
  • Ergonomic Fit: elasticated face opening prevents gaps where sparks could enter.
  • Breathability: cotton base allows for air circulation, reducing operator fatigue.
Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea, pack of 1
Material:Proban Flame Retardant Cotton
Product Type:Balaclava, Welding Hood
Protection Area:Head, Neck, Shoulders
Size:Universal
Color:Orange
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Material:Proban Flame Retardant Cotton
Product Type:Welding Hood, Balaclava
Protection Area:Head, Neck, Shoulders
Size:Universal
Color:Orange
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea

INCLUDED

  • 1 x ESAB Proban Welding Hood

APPLICATIONS

  • MIG/MAG Welding
  • TIG Welding
  • Stick (MMA) Welding
  • Overhead and Out-of-Position Welding
  • Grinding and Metal Fabrication
  • Plasma Cutting

FAQ

Proban is a quality-controlled technological process that gives cotton fabrics flame-retardant properties. The process creates a polymer within the fiber that is durable and withstands washing.

Yes, Proban fabrics are designed to be washable while retaining their flame-retardant properties. Follow the care instructions on the label, typically avoiding bleach and high heat.

Yes, the hood is designed with a low profile and lightweight fabric specifically to be worn comfortably underneath standard welding helmets and hard hats.

Absolutely. It provides excellent protection for the head, neck, and shoulders against falling spatter and sparks common in overhead welding applications.

The ESAB Proban Hood is typically sold as a 'One Size Fits Most' or Universal size, featuring an elasticated face opening to accommodate various head sizes.

Proban cotton is significantly lighter and more breathable than leather, reducing heat stress and fatigue, although leather may offer higher protection for extremely heavy spatter applications.

Yes, the fabric blocks UV radiation generated by the welding arc, preventing 'welder's flash' burns on the skin of the neck and ears.

The ESAB Proban Hood is typically orange, which is a standard color for high-visibility and safety identification in ESAB's PPE line.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Spec Sheet

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