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 identify the right spare part for my helmet?
Use the helmet type shown on the shell or labels together with the spare parts list in the manual. Welding-equipment makers list each wear part with an item number, a part number and a quantity, so you can quote the exact number when you order.
Do not choose by looks alone. In one maker's quick guide, items that look alike in two helmet ranges, such as the headband and outside protection plate, have different part numbers. If the old part carries a number, note it, and keep the manual to hand.
Why should I inspect the helmet before every use?
Makers say so, and respiratory protective equipment must be thoroughly inspected before each use. A welding-equipment maker's manual says to inspect the helmet before each use and replace damaged or worn parts.
Check lenses, filter, headgear, covers and any moving parts. Welding radiation can cause arc eye, an injury to the front of the eye that typically shows up hours afterwards, so a damaged lens or a gap is not worth the risk. Report defects and follow the maker's maintenance schedule.
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 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.