Hard work never felt so easy. The Optrel Helix CLT paired with the e3000X PAPR system delivers premium auto-darkening welding and grinding protection with all-day powered respiratory protection, built for the toughest working conditions.
This "Ready-to-Weld" package combines the fully integrated Helix CLT slide-up welding helmet with the e3000X, a high-performance TH3-rated powered air purifying respirator (PAPR). The Helix CLT's compact, lightweight shell and panoramic 6x field of view are matched with adaptive ShadeTronic® auto-darkening technology, while the e3000X pushes up to 240 liters of fresh, filtered air per minute directly to your mouth and nose — filtering out 99.8% of harmful welding particles. Together, they're engineered so you forget you're wearing breathing protection at all.
Helix CLT Helmet Highlights
- 6x panoramic field of view with slide-up function — two visor positions for welding and a 180° clear view for grinding and other work
- True color view and FadeTronic dark-to-light (twilight mode) transition
- ShadeTronic® fully automatic, stepless shade adjustment (can be switched off): shade level 4–12; manual mode 7–12
- Light state (not activated): 2.0
- Five sensors with multi-sensor detection, continuously adjustable sensitivity with "Super High" range
- Optrel IsoFit® headgear included, with Position Locker for safe open/closed helmet positioning
- Approved for overhead welding and welding in extreme positions
- EN 379 optical classification 1/1/1/2; ANSI Z87+; ISO 16321 (E, HM) rated
- Weight (helmet incl. IsoFit® headgear, excl. minimizer): 640 g
- Shape stability: mask up to 220°C, front cover lens up to 137°C
- Operating temperature: -10°C to +55°C
e3000X PAPR System Highlights
- TH3 protection level (EN 12941) — the highest PAPR class available, filtering 10x more dirt than standard TH2 systems
- Three individually selectable, fully controlled airflow levels: 170 / 210 / 240 l/min
- Intelligent alarm automatically steps down to the next airflow level as the filter saturates, without interrupting your work
- Continuously adjustable forehead air outlet routes up to 20% of airflow for a cooling effect
- High-quality brushless motor with electronic fuse; optical and audible alarms for low battery, clogged filter, no filter, and low flow
- Li-Ion rechargeable battery (14.8V / 3.25Ah), 500+ charge cycles
- Battery life: up to 18 hrs (Level 1), 16 hrs (Level 2), 13 hrs (Level 3); ~5 hr recharge time
- Modular filter system — expandable with optional mountain breeze odor/ozone filter or A1B1E1 gas filter for gas and vapor protection
- Includes TH3P R SL particle filter with prefilter and spark protection
- NIOSH, EAC, and AS/NZS1716 certified
Specifications
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Helix CLT Weight | 640 g (excl. minimizer) |
| e3000X Blower Weight | 1195 g (incl. filter and belt, excl. battery) |
| e3000X Battery Weight | 420 g |
| Hose Length | 1160 mm (elastic to 1300 mm with protective sleeve) |
| e3000X Charging Time | ~5 hours |
| e3000X Charger Input | 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Noise Level | Max. 70dB(A) |
| Protection Standard | TH3 (EN 12941), EN 379, EN 166/175 |
Fields of Application
Suited to all electric welding processes: electrode welding (SMAW), MIG/MAG (GMAW) and GMAW high performance welding, flux cored wire welding, TIG welding (GTAW), plasma welding, microplasma welding, and plasma cutting, as well as grinding work with the flip-up inner cassette. Not suitable for gas or laser welding.
Package includes: Helix CLT helmet with IsoFit® headgear, e3000X blower unit with hose and protective sleeve, TH3P R SL filter, battery, belt, and charger, plus user instructions.
Note: The e3000X respiratory system may not be used in IDLH environments, in atmospheres with less than 17% oxygen (Europe), or where required protection exceeds TH2 (EU). It is not evaluated as an ignition source in flammable or explosive atmospheres.