Howard Leight QB1HYG Foam Banded Earplugs Universal

Product Description

The HOWARD LEIGHT QB1HYG is a reusable, banded foam earplug set designed for hearing protection in industrial and commercial work environments. The contoured foam plugs attach to a three-position yellow band, allowing the band to be worn over the head, behind the neck, or under the chin. Insertion is handled via a push-in stem, eliminating the need to roll or compress the plug before installation. The orange plugs are universal in size and are sold as replacement pods, with 2 pairs of plugs included per package. These are commonly used by workers who need to remove and reinsert hearing protection frequently throughout a shift.

The QB1HYG is suited for industrial, manufacturing, construction, and maintenance environments where workers cycle in and out of high-noise areas. The banded configuration makes the plugs easy to locate around the neck when not in use, reducing the chance of misplacement. The push-in stem design supports fast, one-handed insertion without requiring clean hands to roll the plug. This product is packaged as replacement plugs only and is intended for use with a compatible HOWARD LEIGHT banded earplug carrier.

Key Features

• Push-in stem insertion — no rolling or compressing required before use
• Contoured foam plug shape for a secure, comfortable fit in the ear canal
• Three-position band accommodates over-head, behind-neck, or under-chin wear
• Universal size fits a wide range of users without sizing adjustments
• Reusable construction supports repeated insertion and removal throughout the workday
• Meets ANSI S3.19-1974 standard for hearing protector attenuation measurement

Compatibility

Designed as replacement plug pods for compatible HOWARD LEIGHT banded earplug carriers that accept push-in stem foam plugs. No specific carrier model numbers were provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Fitting is performed by the end user, not a trade installer. To insert, grasp the stem and press the contoured foam pod firmly into the ear canal until seated. Plugs should be inspected before each use and replaced when foam shows signs of hardening, tearing, or contamination. Follow applicable OSHA hearing conservation program requirements and site-specific PPE policies when selecting and fitting hearing protection.