R-Tech Spiritus Air-Pro™ - Air Fed Welding Mask System - True Colour HD
Class leading optical quality - Massive viewing area 112mm x 75mm
Speedmaster Pro HD™ Welding Helmet
- Massive ADF measuring 112mm x 75mm
- True colour technology - See the weld perfectly
- Best optical quality - ADF clarity of 1/1/1/1
- Ultra sensitive - 4 sensors - 3A AC/DC TIG
- Fast switching time 1/25,000th second
- Ultimate comfort - Fully adjustable HD-07 headgear to suit all sizes
- All day comfort - the HD-07 Headgear gives evenly distributed centre of gravity
- Class leading shade range - DIN4 to DIN15
- Precise digital controls - shade, sensitiivy, delay and weld/cut/grind mode.
- Side view panels offering panoramic vision and better awareness (shade 5), can be blocked out with supplied blanking panels
- Lightweight Flip up design with excellent field of vision
- Auto power on with any movement
- Auto power off after 10 minutes of no movement / arc
- Solar cell with battery assist - 2 replaceable CR2450 lithium batteries
- 2 year warranty on ADF unit
- 3 x Colour outer lenses available - Clear & Yellow included in package - Blue (optional)
- Helmet weight - 857g
3 Speed Air Blower Unit
- Class leading TH3 filtration
- Use all day with an 8+hr battery run time. Heavy duty battery available for longer life if required.
- Quick charge time, only 2-3 hours
- Intelligent air supply adjusts power according to the condition of the air filter
- Warning buzzer for low air flow
- 3 layers of filtration -
Stainless steel mesh (pre-filter)
Activated carbon filter (odour absorption)
Main air filter (particles, welding fumes and other pollutants P3 filtration) - 2 year warranty
- Blower unit with filter & standard battery, weight - 1080g
Sensibly priced Consumables
- Main Air Filter P3 - £16.00
- Active Carbon Filter - £2.45
- Outer Lens - Clear, Blue, Yellow- £4.95 each
- Inner ADF Lens - £1.50
- Standard Battery - £95.00
- High Capacity Battery - £125.00
| Optical Class | 1/1/1/1 | ||
| Viewing Area | 112 x 75mm (4.41" x 2.95") | ||
| Variable Shades | DIN 4 to DIN 15 | ||
| Light State | DIN 3 | ||
| Switch Time | 1/25,000th second | ||
| Power supply | Solar cell with battery assist (2 x CR2450) | ||
| TIG Amp Rating | DC ≥ 3A, AC ≥ 3A | ||
| Air Flow | 250/210/170 L/min | ||
| Charging Time | 2-3 hours | ||
| Battery Cycles | >500 | ||
| Alarm Mode | Buzzer Sound | ||
| Storage Humidty | <85% | ||
| Storage Temperature | -5°c ~ +55°c | ||
| Protection Class | TH3 P R SL | ||
| Standard | EN12941:1998+A1:2003+A2:2008 | ||
| Battery Weight | 350g | ||
| Air Hose size | 800mm x 35mm | ||
| Blower Unit Weight | 1080g inc battery & filter | ||
| Blower unit size | 165x95x200mm | ||
| Helmet weight | 857g | ||
R-Tech Spiritus Air-Pro Package includes.
- Speedmaster HD Pro Helmet with True Colour 112x75mm ADF shader unit
- Air blower assy, quick fit hose, battery, charger, belt and waist pad
- Clear & Yellow outer protective lenses
- Carry bag
- Adaptor for magnifying lenses
- Spare ADF inner lens x2, outer shield lens x2, Headshield sweatband
- Blanking shields for panoramic side view lens
- Owners Manual
The R-Tech Spiritus Air-Pro™ carries the following warranty:-
- ADF Unit - 2 Year Warranty
- Air blower assy - 2 Year Warranty
- Lithium battery - 1 Year Warranty
- Headgear /ratched assy - 6 Month Warranty
- Connecting hose - 6 Month Warranty
The mask is easy to use and highly reliable but in the unlikely event that it requires attention, R-Tech promise to:-
- Arrange collection via next working day UK courier [48hr offshore]
- Quickly repair at our Technical and R&D centre in Gloucester
- Deliver back via next working day UK courier [48hr offshore]
- All costs covered by R-Tech - Yes, Collection, repair and delivery!
No questions, no hassle, just honest and reliable service - A true no quibble warranty
Most of our competitors only offer return to base [RTB] warranties - you have to pay and arrange to get it back to them which can be a hassle. Many others offer warranties that have clauses and if you don't have it serviced yearly by them, at your cost, the warranty will be void.
Other benefits of owning an R-Tech product include:-
- Free friendly and knowledgeable technical advice via phone and email
- Free setup help always available - We want you to get the best from your product
Don't just take our word for it - see our customer reviews page to see what real customers say about the R-Tech products and our service & support.
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R-Tech Spiritus Air-Pro™ - Air Fed Welding Mask System - True Colour HD
calculated from 63 customer reviews
latest reviews
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04 September 2024***
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14 August 2024A great mask and air feed system.
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24 July 2024nice to breath air not fumes
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05 June 2024Safety conscious amateur here, I love the safety of working in a fume free environment, what price your health? recommended to all - great features, albeit a little heavy ;)
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03 June 2024Welding
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21 May 2024Used for tig & mig welding, works really well, only criticism is that it is quite heavy which makes raising and lowering the outer mask difficult without pulling it off my head.
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13 May 2024Like the air fed system, and a bit of thought has gone into it.
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05 May 2024Love the ventilated mask! The air is both fresh and keeps you cool. I've been able to use it curled up in the wheel arch of my car, where I wouldn't be able to get good extraction otherwise!
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21 March 2024How do you use the product? FOR WELDING PIPEWORK >> To whom would you recommend the product? FABRICATORS >> What do you think of the quality of the product? NOT USED IT YET BUT LOOKS AND FEELS GOOD QUALITY
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11 March 2024This is the first papr helmet I?ve bought. It didn?t take long to get used to the hose. The screen is clear and it feels good once it?s on the head. It has a grinding feature too though I?m unlikely to use it - though I?d buy a papr helmet if there was one just for grinding that could be used on the blower so it was a bit less heavy. Really good product
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19 February 2024Nice bit of kit with a few niggly things The controls for the shield are hard to access but ok when set The whole thing seems a little flimsy The storage bag supplied is totally inadequate, it?s to small and offers very little protection, this should be addressed as this helmet is a relatively expensive piece of kit !
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07 February 2024Great service
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29 January 2024Brilliant piece of kit
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29 January 2024Great product for welding and grinding, the consumables seem reasonably priced too. The build quality is above most of the other options available in this price range.
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04 January 2024Excellent quality 👌
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03 January 2024Brilliant peice of kit exactly what i was hoping it would be
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31 December 2023This has to be the best helmet I have ever used. Brilliant clarity while welding, and the flip up visor for grinding was the main selling point for me. This feature is awsom as it keeps you safe from inhalation of the grinding dust while not having to wear a mask under a visor.
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30 December 2023High quality product comfortable to wear. Arrived on time.
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19 November 2023Very impressed with the quality of the full package which I will use in a hobby capacity.. Initial tests look good, particularly the large viewing area and functionality which has improved my welding considerably. Perhaps my only very small issue is with the physical adjustment on the mask. Can't seem to get it just right so it feels secure and does not brush the bridge of my nose - could be due to fact only have a small head (7.25)!. I would recommend this system to anyone, even hobbyists - the safety of ones health is too important to take for granted.
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18 November 2023Wear this to weld all day. Comfortable. Battery lasts 8 hours. Perfect product and when I ** my nose at the end of the day it's clear and not black like it was before I bought this Spiritus Air-Pro! For the sake of your lungs buy one and wear it!
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15 November 2023My fabrication guys are more than happy with the quality of the product. They say it is a great fit and love that you can change the lens colour without removing helmet.
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09 November 2023Not used yet, but only issue I can foresee is the fiddly process of changing settings which are on the welding screen and stuck up inside the helmet. Impossible to do without removing helmet and gloves and then having to take the LCD unit out of the helmet which involves removing the grinding screen - it may be that it can be done with the LCD in place but visibility is poor. External controls would be an improvement.
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28 October 2023Nicely made, comfortable and easy to use. Great to have fresh air while welding and cutting.
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27 October 2023Helmet used for farm work, welding repairs and gates etc. Robust helmet, good side vision, easy to attach etc.
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26 October 2023Very nice mask and very satisfied.Used for light engineering.
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14 September 2023Amazing product but I have one comment ...the adjustment of the lens settings is very awkward to do (in between the helmet and the rotating facia so it is hard to reach) and it is too close to your eyes to read it so you have to remove the helmet to change settings everytime you want to do so and that is annoying.
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13 September 2023Ok so, I needed to get a mask for work, a large workshop, doing general fabrication and welding, and had a budget, as this was at the better value end of the market, and from a well regarded brand, I though it would be a safe bet. However there are a few flaws with this mask, which on their own range from trivial to quite annoying. The biggest issue I have had with this mask, is at least one or two times a day, the auto darkening screen will be a second too late, leaving me flashed for a minute or so until my eyes re adjust, I have fiddled with settings, delay, sensitivity etc, but for some reason, every now and then it will just take too long to react, which is less than ideal. Secondly, the knobs on the side to adjust tension on the rotation parts are plastic and bit naff, the first day of using it one popped off and sent the bits flying, so after scrabbling around picking them up from the shop floor, I put them back together and checked they were both correct and tight. This has happened 2 more times since then, which is frustrating mid weld, you hear a creak, then a pop, then your mask is halfway down your face. Meaning you have to stop welding and find all your bits, be it on the floor, somewhere pinged off down the area you are working etc. The more minor bits are as follows, the quick release buckle will catch on the back of grinders, bench corners, workpieces, and undo your air supply, leaving it to drop to the ground and yank your head back. The belt buckle loops on the back of the air supply are not a great fit and will again come loose from the filter housing, or off of the belt, doing the same as the previous point. The adjustment of the settings has no backlight, so you have to take the mask off to change them. The bottom face shield is held on by velcro which is susceptible to dust, and looses it's stick which isn't great considering it's designed to be used while grinding. It also means any smoke or fumes can make their way into the bottom of the mask A clip on style bottom shield would be more suitable. The top face shield is only about an inch long, so sparks will still come up and over the mask, also, while the welding mask is flipped up, so you can grind, the rear visor on the weld mask gets absolutely covered in sparks and dust, so you will have to clean it every time you've been grinding, which is awkward as the gap.between the two is tricky to get in to. The front protective plastic visor on the welding mask is a poor fit, so dust and contamination gets inside, making the fragile and expensive auto darkening lense dirty, and not really well protected at all. A lot of these mean you are taking your mask of to sort out issues that happen often enough that it's a few times a day, which is inconvenient as it is designed to filter air in an environment that is potentially harmful. It isn't doing much good if you have to take it off or it falls off every hour or so and you have to spend time fixing it. The quality is ok, but can see it is cheap plastic mouldings, but suppose to be expected for the price point. The force of the air supplied is very good, filter lasts about about a week and a half in a big workshop though, so will be quite a cost in the long run. The battery life is good, and if left on charge at tea breaks will last a 10 hour day. This is a hobby grade product, but with a price point reflected in the lower end professional equipment, a lot of potential but shows a real lack of thought or perhaps priority towards budget from the manufacturer.
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03 September 2023What a piece of kit! Blown away with how lightweight the unit is for a start, also the viewing on this is mega crystal clear. Fantastic airflow settings, the list goes on... I have Been using this on a range of work now: Seated TIG work, heavy fabrication MIG, on site MMA welding. Smooth sailing through it all! That good I would recommended it to any other welders out there! so on that I'm now interested to see what the welding sets are like!
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30 July 2023Look really good, fits well. Not had a chance to use properly yet but looking forward to getting good use.
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17 July 2023I am a fabricator welder and the flip up welding screen is ideal for me as I don't need to keep swapping headgear, a plus for time saving and safety, I have used the system for 3 days and find the unit comfortable to wear and not unbalanced or heavy when the welding screen is in the upright position. My only issue with the whole system is to do with the 'snap in' clips that hold the air feeding unit to the belt.. When walking around the workshop it is easy to knock the unit on bench corners or other protrusions and dislodge the clips and almost 'lose' the unit .( I wear it at my side as I am unable to reach round to my back to connect the hose and switch on/off) I feel fixed clips or even 'BELT LOOPS' on the rear of the unit would be a better design. This is the only reason for a 4star rating. Basically an excellent purchase. T'Welder
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03 July 2023Brilliant easy to fit high quality.
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29 June 2023Good quality product
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24 June 2023A decent budget helmet with good vision. Only downside I have to it is that the headscreen is heavy on your neck.
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13 June 2023Farm fabricating and machine repairs friends and co-workers really well made
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07 June 2023I?ve been using the Spiritus Air-Pro for mig welding and and grinding. The quality is very good but I find I can only work for short periods of time as my neck gets tired. The mask has a grinding visor so there?s a lot of extra weight to carry on the neck. It?s especially noticeable when grinding as the mask flipped up means the weight is further from the head. I would definitely recommend the product but you have to be aware you might have to take more breaks
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06 June 2023The stuff 100%
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30 May 2023I purchased this welding helmet for hobby welding at home. It provides a cool clean constant air flow and I have to say that after only 30 minutes of use, in an open door double garage, that you would normally have thought would prove adequate ventilation, I could certainly tell the different with the new air fed helmet, no fumes inhaled, no pollutants and no ** by-products, just cool clean air. The helmet is fully adjustable to provide a very comfortable fit and visibility is excellent, even at shade 12 (tig welding) Highly recommend this product
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23 May 2023Great product. I bought 3. May buy more. Great large screen for grinding and welding all in one.
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05 May 2023So far this helmet hasn?t missed a beat, only used it for a few days welding with TIG and Stick my and so far I?m happy with it
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01 May 2023good value not used yet
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24 April 2023This is the first air fed mask that I?ve used , after seeing some other reviews on forums and YouTube I decided to give it a go. So far I am not disappointed, the field of vision is fantastic compared to the cheaper masks I?ve used , it fits comfortably, the battery life on the air feed seems good so far. With the added bonus of being able to spread the purchase cost out with finance . So far I?m a happy customer.
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16 April 2023Does as described and very easy to set up and operate
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31 March 2023Comfortable and effective welding mask.
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31 March 2023When welding Other trades Good
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27 March 2023Best
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25 March 2023Haven?t used the helmet yet. I?m just about to start a vehicle restoration after several years of inactivity. I?ll be using the mask purely as an armature! I had been considering a second hand 3M mask but yours caught my eye. I have a very large head, so was impressed and surprised that your mask gave a good fit without being claustrophobic. Also impressed with the build quality and finish. There has clearly been a lot of thought put in to the design and manufacturing. it is obvious that this has been designed and made by an engineer who understands their product and takes a pride in what they do. I know that there are cheaper units available. However, the alternative was a second hand 3M unit which was at a similar price point as your brand new mask. So overall, not too bad I am looking forward to getting to use the mask in anger! The only thing I would suggest could be improved upon would be the storage bag. The ?duffel style ?bag supplied does seem like a bit of an afterthought. Especially compared to the care and thought that has clearly gone in to the mask and flow unit. A better bag - even perhaps as an optional extra. Would be a benefit. Especially to someone who will be more of an occasional user where being able to safely keep everything together on a shelf or in a cupboard is important.
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24 March 2023Only just tried out the product yesterday, very pleased with it so far, found the air pump belt adjustment fiddly, but once it?s set it will be ok. My main reason for purchasing the item was the normal helmets misting up in cold weather. I put the helmet on and it misted up, as soon as I put the air on, the screen went clear and remained clear. Very pleased with the welding mask. It will take a bit of getting used to, but it appears to be doing all I wanted it to do. The filter is Cristal clear. Fab. The air pump is not very noisy on the low setting, in fact the welding machine fan drowns the helmet fan out.
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23 March 2023Excellent product and support as usual from R tech !
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22 February 2023It took me a while to get it properly set for my head, there is every sort of adjustment so takes a while to get it perfect. Superb quality, very pleased with it
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11 February 2023Fantastic
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09 February 2023***
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31 January 2023Excellent piece of equipment used in my small workshop.
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30 January 2023Welding alloy wheels
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22 January 2023I would recomend this product to others
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07 January 2023I have been wearing the mask every working day since purchase and although it took a little time to get used to (I had only worn standard masks till then) I now find it comfortable and would not go back . A lot of my time is spent on repairs so I am welding painted and contaminated material that gives off fumes, but with this mask l neither smell nor inhale them and you don?t realise how much the mask stops this till you take it off, even with ventilation. A very good and well priced product with excellent backup service.
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04 January 2023Great product, used for Mig & Tig welding also with the dual screen used for grinding, the person using it couldn't be more happy with this item and would recommend it to anyone
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29 December 2022Welding and grinding , fabrication workshop , very good quality very happy with the product
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29 December 2022Absolutely brilliant. I purchased a couple of extra filters and expect this to last me a long time. Excellent air feed. Protect your lungs folks!! Nothing more important than health.
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28 December 2022Have not used the product yet but have checked it out & seems ok.
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13 December 2022Quiet when running excellent vision
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08 December 2022Better than my old G50 Air it replaced & cheaper to buy than it was going to cost to repair the G50.
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02 December 2022Well made, a good specification, easy to use and does it's job.
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30 November 2022Good welding Harry with good viability, the fan is a little noisy
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What are the benefits of True Colour ADF technology?
On standard ADF's, the shade filter unit (ADF) give a dark green/blue hue to the view.
True colour technology offers a more realistic viewing experience by allowing more light wavelengths through, giving you a more natural colour view.
You get a crystal clear view of the weld puddle, once you have used a True Colour mask, you won't want to go back to the standard mask. -
What does 1.1.1.1 clarity mean on my welding mask?
1.1.1.1 clarity is the highest level of clarity available, so no distortion in what you see through the ADF lens.
Some lesser quality ADF shader units can make the view blurry or out of focus. -
Why is the price so competitive? It's such a high specification helmet!
We sell direct to you and have no dealer / diistributor middlemen.
So you get a better product for a better price!
All backed by our 2 year no quibble warranty and friendly customer service.
Still not convinced, checkout our reviews here - we strive to deliver the best product / price / service in the welding industry. -
How long does an air-fed welding mask battery last?
The standard battery 5200mAH supplied with the R-Tech Spiritus Air-Pro will give 8+hrs on a full charge.
Charging time is about 2-3 hours.
One benefit of this mask is it allows on 'On machine charging' - So if you do forget to charge battery, you can plug charger unit it and carry on using mask.
We do have a higher capacity battery 6200mAH battery that will give 10+hrs run time. Part Number: RT-PAPR-55
We also keep our replacement battery costs at a sensible price, so you can purchase a spare battery if you weld for long hours and have 1 on charge. -
Why do I need an Air-Fed welding mask? Is it due to HSE law?
The HSE (Health & safety executive) advised that welding fumes can be cancerous.
Company's have to protect its workers using the following controls.
LEV - Local exaust fume ventilation
RPE - Respiratory protective equipment (Air-Fed Welding Mask)
From HSE WebsiteWelding fume: Protect your workers: HSE Overview
By law you must protect your workers by controlling the health risks from welding fume.
This applies to specialist welders and workers who do some welding, no matter how small the amount.All welding fumes can cause lung cancer, so you must put controls in place.
HSE has issued a safety alert about the health risks of welding fume.
Welding fume can also cause asthma and many other health conditions.You can control risks to health from welding fumes by:
Local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
Using respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Welding fume is subject to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. -
What does the 3 year warranty on air-fed mask cover ?
Our R-Tech 3 year collect and return warranty on the Spiritus Air-Pro Mask offers the following.
Once we have confirmed you have a fault with welding mask, we will do the following.- Arrange collection via next working day UK courier (48hr offshore)
- Quickly repair the machine at our Technical and R&D centre in Gloucester
- Deliver back via next working day UK courier (48hr offshore)
- All costs covered by R-Tech - Yes, Collection, repair and delivery!
No questions, no hassle, just honest and reliable service - A true no quibble warranty
Note: Lithium battery is covered by a 1 year warranty - 2 year warranty on ADF filter unit and air blower assy. -
How often should I replace my air-fed welding mask filter?
The main air filter should be replaced after 180 hours of use for optimum protection.
If you are working in a very dusty enviroment, you may need to replace filter sooner.
The air blower assy automatically senses air flow pressure due to condition of filter and adjusts accordingly.
If the alarm buzzers sounds due to poor air flow, check filters and replace. -
Why should I buy a Spritius Air-fed mask from R-Tech?
R-Tech provide you with high quality welding equipment with easy useable features, at exceptional value with un-rivalled direct customer support.
All our machines are robustly built using the latest ultra reliable IGBT inverter power components sourced from Siemens Infineon in Germany & USA.
We give a 3 year collect and return warranty on Spiritus Masks, a true no quibble warranty. We pay for and arrange collection, repair and return to you. General turn-around is 3-4 days, Can you current supplier offer such fast service?
We also offer a free loan machine service to get you back welding quickly and if arranged before 3pm, this can be delivered next working day for UK mainland.
10 year duty of care on spare parts - We keep a large stock of spares in our Gloucester premises.
We build our machines in a modular basis which ensures any future repair bills are kept to a minimum, unlike some manufacturers who build the internals of their machines on just one or two P.C.B's. We ensure ours are designed to have internal components easily replaced ensuring cost effective repairs.
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Main Air Filter - R-Tech Spiritus Air-ProRT-PAPR-10£19.20 £16.00
Active Welding Mask Magnifying Lens 1x - 2.5xWA-EHW44200£8.77 £7.31
Active Carbon Filter - Spiritus ProRT-PAPR-30£2.94 £2.45
Stainless Mesh Filter - Spiritus ProRT-PAPR-20£2.22 £1.85
R-Tech Speedmaster XL battery CR2450 3VRT-WMASK2-BAT£4.78 £3.98
