{"product_id":"airshield™-flip-front-papr-head-top","title":"AIRSHIELD™ Flip Front PAPR Head Top","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAIRSHIELD™ Flip Front PAPR Head Top — Combined Respiratory, Eye, and Face Protection for Welding and Grinding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ArcOne® AIRSHIELD™ Flip Front is a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) head top designed for metalworkers and welders who require simultaneous respiratory, eye, and face protection. It features a 4500V auto-darkening welding lens with True Color Technology paired with a grind shield below, allowing the operator to flip up the welding lens and continue grinding or inspecting welds without removing the respirator. The unit is NIOSH approved for particulate respiratory protection and complies with ANSI Z87.1+ for face-shield and eye protection. 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Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,000–10,000 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir Supply (min\/max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170 LPM \/ 260 LPM (6 \/ 9.5 CFM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpact-Proof ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle plug-in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHEPA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpandable Breathing Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31.5 in to 63 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpark Arrestor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLithium-ion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.4 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 hours at minimum fan speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging Cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharger Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC rectifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharger Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 V \/ 60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharger Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.4 V, 1500 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprovals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAIRPLUS® Filter Replacement Cadence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Replacement Cadence\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce a week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular replacement of the pre-filter extends the life of the HE particulate filter, saving on consumable costs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHEPA P3 Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt least every month\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo daily checks with airflow indicator and replace when airflow indicator falls below the minimum flow line.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpark Arrestor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace if deformed and no longer fitting well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIRSHIELD™ Flip Front distinguishes itself from single-function respirators and standard welding helmets by integrating a flip-front auto-darkening lens with a dedicated grind shield, so workers never need to remove the respirator to transition between welding and grinding tasks. Compared to half-face respirators or disposable masks, the PAPR system delivers a higher level of respiratory protection with NIOSH-approved HEPA filtration. The 4500V lens with True Color Technology provides optical clarity that standard passive lenses cannot match, reducing eye strain during extended operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFlip-Front Design with Integrated Grind Shield\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe welding lens flips up to reveal a grind shield below, maintaining full respiratory protection during grinding and weld inspection without requiring the worker to remove or swap any equipment. This eliminates downtime between tasks and reduces the risk of accidental respiratory exposure during transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e4500V Lens with True Color Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe auto-darkening 4500V lens offers variable shade settings from 5\/7\/9-13 with a light shade of 3, giving welders precise control over arc visibility across a wide range of welding processes. True Color Technology improves optical clarity so welders can see the weld pool and workpiece with greater accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eNIOSH-Approved HEPA Particulate Filtration\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system uses a HEPA filter compatible with the AIRPLUS® blower, protecting against hazardous solid dust particles, metal fumes, and mists including hexavalent chromium (stainless steel), zinc oxide (galvanized steel), and lead fumes. NIOSH approval confirms the respiratory protection meets established regulatory standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eANSI Z87.1+ Eye and Face Protection Compliance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face shield and lens assembly comply with ANSI Z87.1+ for eye and face protection, providing contractors with documentation needed for job site safety compliance. This dual compliance — respiratory and eye\/face — reduces the need for layering separate PPE components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLong-Duration Battery with 3-Phase Alarm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AIRPLUS® blower battery provides up to 14 hours of runtime at minimum fan speed, supporting two full work shifts before recharging. A 3-phase alarm system alerts the user to changes in airflow status, increasing awareness and reducing the risk of undetected filter saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFlexible Expandable Breathing Tube\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe breathing tube expands from 31.5 in to 63 in, reducing torque on the neck and increasing worker mobility across a range of body positions and workstation configurations. The flame-retardant cover on the breathing tube adds durability in welding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWelding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe auto-darkening 4500V lens with variable shade 5\/7\/9-13 and 4 arc sensors supports a broad range of welding processes, providing both arc protection and respiratory filtration in a single head top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eStainless Steel Welding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel welding generates hexavalent chromium fumes, a recognized respiratory hazard; the HEPA filtration system is specifically noted to protect against these fumes, making this unit appropriate for stainless steel work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGrinding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flip-front grind shield allows the worker to raise the welding lens and continue grinding while maintaining full respiratory protection, eliminating the need to switch between a welding helmet and a separate grinding face shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAssembly and Machine Operations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combined respiratory and face protection system is recommended for assembly and machine operations where particulate exposure and eye hazards may be present simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePainting and Sanding\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PAPR system's particulate filtration is suitable for painting and sanding environments where fine dust and mist particles present inhalation risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFacility Maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance professionals working across multiple tasks — cutting, grinding, and welding — benefit from the flip-front design's ability to transition between modes without removing the respirator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel (hexavalent chromium fumes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalvanized steel (zinc oxide fumes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel\/manganese alloys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCadmium fumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead fumes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazardous solid dust particles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal fumes and mists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/8396\/6382\/files\/mzsocwmwtlsf7yy52hgw_4bea5701-8fe5-472b-8285-3a70f667c751.pdf?v=1794328843\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLinecard — PAPR Systems (Walter Surface Technologies)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What blower system is the AIRSHIELD™ Flip Front head top compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The AIRSHIELD™ Flip Front (AP-4500V-AIR) is compatible with the Walter AIRPLUS® blower system. The complete PAPR kit order number is AP1K-A-4500V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What type of filter does the AIRPLUS® blower use, and how often should it be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The AIRPLUS® blower uses a HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air) P3 filter. The pre-filter should be replaced once a week, the HEPA filter at least every month (or when the airflow indicator falls below the minimum flow line), and the spark arrestor as needed if it becomes deformed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the auto-darkening lens shade settings on the 4500V lens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 4500V lens has a light shade of 3 and a variable dark shade range of 5\/7\/9-13. It includes variable sensitivity, variable delay, and grind mode, with a TIG rating of 5 and 4 arc sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this head top compliant with NIOSH and ANSI standards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The unit is NIOSH approved for respiratory protection and complies with ANSI Z87.1+ for face-shield and eye protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does the AIRPLUS® battery last, and how long does it take to recharge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The AIRPLUS® lithium-ion battery provides up to 14 hours of operating time at minimum fan speed and fully recharges in 6 hours. The battery is rated for 500 charging cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this head top for both welding and grinding without removing the respirator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. 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