Welding Helmets and Lenses

Welding Helmets and Lenses

Shop our extensive range of quality welding helmets here at Thomas Graham. A welding mask is an essential piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) for any welder, safeguarding vision and respiratory health. Welding helmets shield the wearer’s eyes while maintaining a clear view of the weld pool and workpiece. Typically made from durable, heat-resistant plastic, they feature either a passive glass filter or an auto-darkening lens—now the preferred choice for most professionals due to its convenience and adaptability. Air-fed welding masks have become increasingly popular in recent years, following updated Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines on welding fume exposure. Since 2019, workplaces conducting welding operations are required to use fume extraction or air-fed protective equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Air-fed welding helmets provide superior protection against harmful fumes, significantly reducing the risk of lung cancer and other long-term respiratory conditions. These helmets are often used alongside powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR) and local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems, such as welding fume extractors, to create a safer working environment.