Beta 90 XFA Helmet Parts FAQs
Answers on springs, hatch parts, lenses, headgear, sweatbands and magnifiers for a powered-air welding helmet, and how to be sure you order the right part.
How do I change a protection plate without damaging the filter?
The method depends on the helmet, so follow your manual. In one welding-equipment maker's manual for a comparable helmet, the outer plate is reached by releasing the filter holder, and the inner plate is lifted out by flexing it with a fingernail in the recess.
Avoid tools and avoid touching the filter surface. Handle the filter by its edges. Clean the sensors while the helmet is open, and never refit the filter without both inner and outer plates. Replace a damaged plate immediately rather than carry on.
Can I use parts from a similar helmet range?
Not unless your manual says so. A welding-equipment maker's manual says only that maker's own parts and accessories should be used with its protective equipment, and warns of serious harm to health if this is ignored.
Ranges that look alike often have different part numbers, sizes or fittings, so a part that appears to fit may not seat or seal as designed. Check the part number against your own helmet's parts list. If you cannot find it, ask our team to help you identify it.
How do I choose the right shade for a replacement filter?
Shade depends on the welding process and the current, and the manual's chart gives the recommended levels. A welding-equipment maker's manual says shade levels are set according to the welding process, so check your chart rather than guessing.
A variable-shade auto-darkening filter lets you set the level, while a fixed-shade lens has one number only. Make sure any replacement covers the range and the filter size your helmet takes. If your work spans several processes, a variable filter is usually more flexible.
How should I store the helmet and look after the filter battery?
Store the filter dry and out of extreme heat. A welding-equipment maker's manual for a comparable helmet gives a storage range and says prolonged heat may shorten the battery life. It suggests keeping the solar cells in the dark, for example filter face down, so that the filter powers down.
Replace the battery when the low-battery light flashes. Battery type and storage limits differ by model, so follow your own manual.