The V-Gard Frame from MSA Safety is an essential component designed for protective headgear in demanding environments featuring a sloped design that allows materials to easily slide off preventing buildup and enhancing user safety. Crafted from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) this frame withstands extreme temperatures up to 350°F ensuring durability and resilience against warping or cracking which is vital for tasks such as welding and construction. Its non-metal construction makes it particularly suitable for electrical applications while its compatibility with various visor versions and half-mask respirators allows for versatile use across multiple industries including mining oil & gas and utilities. Additionally the universal heavy-duty rubber strap ensures secure placement on both slotted and non-slotted helmets providing a reliable fit whether used with or without ear protection.
- Unique 3-point visor loading to fit and remove visors quickly
- Sloped design allows material to easily slide off the frame
- Works with or without ear muffs
- Perfect Compatibility with many half-mask respirators and more
- Various visor versions to suit all applications
- Non-metal construction for use in electrical applications
- Replaceable optional debris control creates tight seal between frame and helmet
- Universal= Heavy-duty flat rubber strap for easy and secure placement on MSA slotted and non-slotted helmets
- ET frames are tested to temperatures of 350˚F (176.7˚C) reducing warping cracking or crazing.
Approvals
- Approvals subject to change without notice and may differ based on configuration part number and/or country.
- Contact Customer Service or check approval label on product for specific approval information.
- “B” High speed particles with medium energy impact (120 m/s)
- “T” Additional resistance at extreme temperatures (–5 and +55 °C)
- “3” Liquid droplets and splash
- “8” Electric arc resistance
- “9” Non-adherence of molten metal and resistance to penetration of hot solids
Specifications
- Markets: Construction General Industry Mining Oil & Gas Utilities
- Applications: Confined Space Welding