Shielding your face and neck from sparks and radiation, a welding helmet is as essential to welding as a welding machine and torch. Without a helmet (or hood or mask), the powerful radiation emitted by the arc can quickly damage your skin and eyes.
Helmet
When working in close quarters, it’s not always possible to wear a full welding helmet. In these scenarios, options include goggles and hand-held face shields. Usually equipped with #5 lenses and designed for brazing and cutting, welding goggles don’t offer enough shade for more powerful welding processes. They also leave your skin completely exposed. A hand-held shield, well, needs a hand to hold.
Glasses
Remember that welding helmet manufacturers recommend wearing safety glasses beneath your welding helmet, so find a pair that’s comfortable and compliant with national safety standards.
Gloves
Welding is a tactile endeavour. Comfortable, flame-resistant welding gloves go a long way to facilitating a focused and productive welder. Protection is key. Your hands work in close proximity to the arc, exposed to intense heat and radiation. But maintaining dexterity is also important, especially when TIG welding. With so many options available—including women’s gloves—it’s possible to find the right size and style to suit almost any welder or application.

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