3M 7100168651 Versaflo Respiratory Welding Helmet

Product Description

The 3M 7100168651 is the Versaflo M-Series Respiratory Helmet Assembly, a powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) head-top unit built for welding and grinding environments that demand both respiratory protection and optical clarity. This assembly integrates a Speedglas welding shield with a flame resistant shroud, providing arc flash and spatter protection alongside the respiratory filtration supplied by a compatible Versaflo blower unit. The helmet is designed for use by welders, fabricators, and industrial workers operating in environments with airborne particulates, fumes, and arc hazards. Note: this assembly does not include an auto-darkening filter (ADF).

This helmet assembly is suited for industrial welding applications in manufacturing, shipbuilding, structural fabrication, and heavy construction environments. The M-Series platform is designed to work with 3M Versaflo powered air-purifying respirator blower units, allowing the wearer to maintain respiratory protection throughout extended welding or grinding tasks. The flame resistant shroud adds protection against weld spatter and incidental arc flash exposure at the neck and shoulder interface. Installers, safety coordinators, and industrial hygienists typically specify this unit for facilities requiring combined respiratory and face protection compliance.

Key Features

• Integrated Speedglas welding shield for arc and spatter optical protection
• Flame resistant shroud covering neck and shoulder interface
• Compatible with 3M Versaflo PAPR blower units for supplied-air respiratory protection
• No auto-darkening filter (ADF) included — requires separate ADF selection if needed
• M-Series modular platform supports multiple shroud and shield configurations

Compatibility

Designed for use with 3M Versaflo M-Series powered air-purifying respirator systems. Specific blower unit and filter compatibility should be confirmed against 3M Versaflo M-Series system documentation prior to assembly.

Installation Notes

This helmet assembly is fitted and configured by a qualified safety officer or industrial hygienist following the applicable respiratory protection program requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134. Ensure the blower unit and all connections are seated and sealed before entering the work area. Inspect the flame resistant shroud and welding shield for damage before each use. Do not use this assembly as a standalone respiratory device without the appropriate connected blower and filter components.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 4.45 pounds
• Auto-Darkening Filter (ADF): Not included
• Shroud Type: Flame resistant
• UOM: Each
• UPC: 00076308942816

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100168651