The 3M™ Speedglas™ G5-01 Heavy-Duty Welding Helmet with 3M™ Adflo™ PAPR Assembly is engineered to deliver advanced respiratory and welding protection in the most demanding environments. Designed for professional welders, this system combines a wide, curved protective visor with a slim, lightweight helmet profile that performs effectively in tight welding spaces. Paired with the Adflo™ powered air purifying respirator, it provides high-efficiency respiratory protection against particles and, with the appropriate filters or cartridges, protection against gases and vapours—all in one integrated solution.

Key Features

Wide curved protective visor: Large 104 mm × 170 mm clear visor delivers excellent upward, downward, and peripheral visibility
Slim, lightweight helmet profile: Designed for improved maneuverability in confined welding spaces
High respiratory protection performance: NIOSH-approved system providing an APF of 25, or up to 1000 APF with optional configuration
Integrated PAPR solution: 3M™ Adflo™ High-Altitude PAPR protects against particulates and, with the correct filter or cartridge, gases and vapours
Adjustable airflow control: Allows airflow to be directed to the face, visor, or between for personalized comfort
Next-generation welding technology: Designed to address modern welding challenges with ergonomic and intuitive functionality
Complete ready-to-use kit: Includes helmet assembly, battery, charger, filters, belt, and breathing tube

Intended Use

This welding helmet and PAPR assembly is intended for professional welders working in environments with exposure to welding fumes, airborne particulates, and demanding visibility requirements. It is suitable for applications requiring both respiratory protection and advanced welding head protection.

Heavy-duty welding operations
Confined or restricted welding spaces
Grinding and related metalworking tasks
Industrial fabrication shops
High-exposure welding environments

Product Specifications

Product type: Heavy-duty welding helmet with PAPR assembly
Model / kit number: 46-1101-30VC
Helmet model: 3M™ Speedglas™ G5-01
Auto-darkening filter (ADF): G5VC
ADF viewing area: 71 mm × 108 mm
Protective clear visor size: 104 mm × 170 mm
Respiratory system: 3M™ Adflo™ High-Altitude PAPR
Assigned Protection Factor (APF): 25 (standard configuration), up to 1000 with optional kit
Filter included: High-Efficiency (HE) particulate filter
Battery type: Lithium-ion
Battery life (Turbo): Approximately 7–9 hours
Airflow management: Adjustable airflow direction
Optional capability: Can be stacked with Adflo™ cartridge (not included) for gas and vapour protection

Kit includes:

Complete 3M™ Speedglas™ G5-01 helmet assembly
Lithium-ion battery
Battery charger
High-efficiency particulate filter
Prefilter
Spark arrestor
Wide leather belt
Self-adjusting breathing tube

Certifications and Standards

NIOSH approved: Confirms compliance with U.S. respiratory protection requirements
Assigned Protection Factor (APF): Provides APF 25 in standard configuration and up to APF 1000 with optional configuration