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Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
High-impact nylon welding helmet with red flame graphics is ideal for seeing more of the workpiece. Great for working under machines. Full neck protection. Auto Darkening: Yes, View Area W x H (in.): 3 7/8 x 2 3/8, Switch time (sec.): 1/25,000, Adjustable Sensitivity: Yes, Variable Shades: 9 - 13, UV/IR Coated Lens: Yes, Power Supply: Solar w/ Battery Back-Up, Low Battery Indicator: Yes, ANSI Approved: Yes Arc sensor: 4 Light state: DIN 3.5 Delay time: 0.1-1.0 sec. Battery lifetime: Over 6000 hours before low battery LED comes on Operating temperature: 14°F—131°F (-10C°-55°C) Storing temperature: -4°F—158°F (-20C°-70°C) Application range: MIG; MAG/CO2; SMAW; Aircarbon cutting TIG (DC 3amp, AC alloy 9amp, DC pulse 5amp); Plasma arc welding/cutting; Gas welding
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33 of 34(97%)would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Not for professionals,
November 20, 2009
By KennyD
from Virginia
"I bought this welding shield because of the glowing reviews here. Either no real professionals reviewed this shield or I got a lemon.
I never got to the point of using the auto-darkening lens because the headgear told me to immediately box this thing up and send it back.
Everything looks good on this shield and at first fit the headgear seems to tighten and hold well. The problem is the “drop stop” which is the feature that stops the helmet at a certain point in front of your face, is weak and doesn’t hold.
The plastic housing of the shield is too flexible for the weight of the shield and the little pin that is supposed to “stop the drop” pops out of its location, thus allowing the shield to slip to the next position each time you drop it.
There is only one “drop stop” mechanism on the left side of the shield but there are symmetrical holes on the right side of the shield designed to employ a second. Perhaps they should have actually put a stop mechanism on that side…the holes are just there doing nothing.
A big disappointment…I was looking forward to using this shield. I have since ordered a professional shield…I should have known better."
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Review 2 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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a must have for hobby and pros alike,
November 10, 2009
By dragontailtrailers
from tampa, fl
"i gave this helmet 5 stars on the overall rating but it is about a 4.7. i use this helmet constantly and love it. the size of the viewing area compared to any other helmet on the market for the dollar is totally the best. the helmet is long enough to cover the neck and head from sparks without being cumbersome. i do a lot of up close tig welding and don't have a problem bumping the hood against my chest. when you compare this helmets features, sensitivity, shade and 4 arc sensors (a must for tig welding or partially obstructed welding) with the monster viewing area it is the best on the market. the helmet stops work great to prevent the helmet from flipping down to far and have several adjustment stops. i only rated this helmet 4.7 out of 5 because of two minor inconveniences. the first is the helmet width. i have barn door ears and if the helmet cocks to one side or the other even slightly the deep sides of the helmet rub the edge of my ear. the other small detail is the adjustments are inside and you need to take your helmet and gloves off to adjust them even with tig gloves on i find it difficult to adjust the sensitivity but once everything is set i cant tell you how great this helmet has been. oh yeah the headband adjustment is very smooth and holds great and the helmet is light enough not to bother me at all."
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Review 3 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great Helmet for the Money,
November 2, 2009
By MaineWillys
from Maine
"This is a great buy compared to some of the high end helmets out there. Everything works as indicated in the specs. The only thing that isn't perfect is that even with the sensitivity turned all the way down, ambient light can dim the lense. It works great unless I look up at the overhead lights or out the window on a sunny day."
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Review 4 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Good Helmet,
November 2, 2009
By WMR30549
from NE Georgia
"I bought this when I bought a 220V MIG Welder and like it very much. It works very well and I have not had any problems with it."
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Review 5 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great Helmet,
November 2, 2009
By carguy70
from Mo.
"I really love this new helmet I can do a better job with this helmet than with my old one. The large screen is great and the auto dimmer works better than I expected."
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Review 6 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet,
November 2, 2009
By Donman
from Crossville, TN
"This is a great welding helmet. I love the large view, it allows me to leave my glasses on and still weld. My wife bought this for me as a gift, and it's one of the best gifts she's ever gotton me. I've had it for some time now, and it is the best welding helmet I've ever used, and I've used quite a few."
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Review 7 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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bang for the buck,
November 2, 2009
By BHfromIA
from Cedar Rapids, IA
"I purchased this in the store, they honored the online sale price. I compared any other hoods in the same price range and this had the best bang for the buck. The large viewing screen makes a huge difference. I'm a beginner welder, and since I started using this auto darkening helmet my welds have improved greatly. The documentation included isn't the greatest, but there's only 3 variables to adjust on the thing so trial and error worked for me. Its comfortable fit on my large head (7 5/8 ") and I really like it.
My only gripe is fogging, It might just be the angle i was using this at, but it would get condensation under the inside glass. I fixed that with a little Rain-X anti-fog, witch I'm not sure if there are any consequences from using that, but it worked. I'm not a huge fan of the graphics on this thing either, if they offered a plain black one i would have purchased that one for sure. Overall its a solid investment and compared to others with similar features this is the best bang for the buck."
My only gripe is fogging, It might just be the angle i was using this at, but it would get condensation under the inside glass. I fixed that with a little Rain-X anti-fog, witch I'm not sure if there are any consequences from using that, but it worked. I'm not a huge fan of the graphics on this thing either, if they offered a plain black one i would have purchased that one for sure. Overall its a solid investment and compared to others with similar features this is the best bang for the buck."
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Review 8 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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works fine,
October 19, 2009
By enviro
from West Virginia
"I have had this for about 4 months and used it a lot. I bought it because of the large viewing window. Most have a smaller window. Everything has worked fine. No problems. It has made welding much easier and more accurate. Several delicate jobs would have been difficult if not for the auto darkening feature. It is very nice to be able to crawl under a job and not have to flip up the helmet to get set on the work. This is a must have."
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Review 9 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great Welding Helmet!,
July 20, 2009
By toyotaman33
from Friendsville, TN
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"This is the best welding helmet Ive ever used. It fits good, the large view is very convenient, especially when working under a truck in a tight space. It protects my whole face and neck from welding burn and splatter. Its lightweight and not very expensive. I love this helmet and would recommend it to anyone."
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Review 10 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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tried and happy,
July 19, 2009
By Northpacificfisherman
from Washington
"i have used this helmet to do alot of welding and it holds up great only problem i had is that the replacement lenses crack really easily but it is no big deal because they still do thier job and keep the auto lense protected"
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Review 11 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Large View Auto Filter Helmet,
July 16, 2009
By VApal
from SW Virginia
"I bought this helmet for a welding class. The price is great for the combination large view and auto darkening. Welders in my class really like the helmet's large lens and light weight. I've only used the helmet about one month and it has performed well. I am concerned about the flimsy tabs that hold the filter in place and the ratcheting mech is only on one side and not both. My favorite features are the large lens, fast filter response time, and light weight."
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Review 12 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Nice unit,
July 13, 2009
By ryler
from New York, NY
"Fast, fits my big head, big window, beats the heck out of a fixed helmet. Probably not for professional, all-day use but it has been a big help to me given my admittedly limited welding skills."
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Review 13 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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great helmet,
July 11, 2009
By will08
from Angola, NY
"This helmet would be good at any price, but the fact that it sells for a fraction of the others on the market makes it great. I have used this helmet almost daily in a professional fabrication shop and on mobile welding jobs for four months, and it works just as well as the more expensive ones. I would recommend this welding helmet for beginners and professionals alike."
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Review 14 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Rookie review,
June 24, 2009
By JMynes
from Maine
"I just finished my first MIG class. After the first night I knew I hated the flip down hood. This hood went on sale, and has great reviews, so I ordered it. It works great, and I will never go back to flipping.
Even though I'm a rookie welder, I know this is the hood for me."
Even though I'm a rookie welder, I know this is the hood for me."
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Review 15 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great Helmet,
June 14, 2009
By kmomaha
from Papilion, Nebraska
"Had a $400 electronic helmet with smaller window that lasted 14 years and many drops. This is every bit as good, exact same specifications and the window size is so much better with glasses..... really nice.
Like the more pliable helmet material. Plastic panel mounting nibs may not hold up.
Batteries are a must in a helmet as the solar wafers do not always maintain a charge in dim storage."
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Review 16 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great helmet,
March 23, 2009
By welditrob
from Forest Lakes, AZ
"Having used non-autodarkening helmets for years I finally decided to step up to the bigs. I selected this helmet primarily for the wide viewing screen and the price, but upon receiving it it surpassed expectations. I particularly like the adjustments for darkness, delay and sensitivity since I perform all types of welding and one "size" does not fit all. Also, having a large head (hat size 81/8) the ratchet head strap was a plus. All my fellow welders are jealous, having spent much more and gotten much less. I recommend this helmet to every welder. Thanks Northern Tool."
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Review 17 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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nice helmet,
March 16, 2009
By bbudbob
from Northwest Washington state
"This is a nice helmet, it works great, it was worth every penny . I,ve welded with a lot of helmets and for the money this one can't be beat."
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Review 18 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great Helmet,
March 16, 2009
By Anonymous
from Laurel Springs, NJ
"You can't find a better helmet for THIS PRICE!!! I compared it to a friends "big money" Jackson helmet and it runs with it all the way in features and the head band on this one was a better quailty.. DO BUY!!!!"
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Review 19 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Great for Bifocals,
March 16, 2009
By Toolie2
from South Dakota
"I have had an auto darkening helmet for years, but always had trouble seeing my work because the limited viewing area of the lens. My close-up bifocal lenses were too low for proper vision of my work. This helmet's larger viewing area works great with the bifocals. It also has enough adjustment to tailor your light conditions to the work at hand. It is a great product and worth every penny."
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Review 20 for Northern Industrial Large-View ADF Welding Helmet — 92mm x 62mm View, Model# ADF750S
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Best Hood I've used!,
November 21, 2008
By roisag
from Chicagoland
"What can I say. This is one of the lightest, quickest, and comfortable welding hoods I have used. Everyone comments on the cool artistic decals too! If I had my choice to add one feature to this great welding mask, it would be to add some magnifiers for close welding work."
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