Best Forney Welding Helmets in 2026

· PREMIUM OPTICS – The 3350 Series features the exclusive 4C lens technology which creates a crystal clear, true color view of the arc and puddle. This enhances your control and increases weld quality while reducing eye strain. Additionally, the 3350 series lens has a 1/1/1/1 optical clarity rating which showcases the absence of common lens imperfections such as blurriness and distortion while also providing consistent brightness and performance at an angle.

·  EXTRA LARGE LENS - The 12.5 square inch auto darkening lens provides a large field of view to offer enhanced application versatility, increases productivity and also has added safety benefits.

· SUPERIOR COMFORT - The one-of-a-kind X6 Headgear contours to the operator’s head to evenly distribute weight across six key contact points. This improves balance, eliminates pressure points and provides a personalized fit for maximum comfort.

Product 1: Large 9.3- square-inch viewing area with wide screen frmat provides improved visibility

Product 1: Four independent arc sensors provides dependable arc detection

Product 1: Grind mode prevents lens from Darkening for clear, visible grinding

COMFORT - Designed to provide three primary points of contact (Front, Top & Back) to distribute weight evenly

EASY TO USE - Easily adjustable headbands for optimal fit and comfort

Compatible with VIKING 3350, 2450, 1840 and 1740 Series Welding Helmets

SHELL AND HEADGEAR FEATURES: Lightweight, impact resistant, fireproof shell. Dual crown strap headgear with multi-directional adjustment for a more comfortable fit. Quick-fit, 5-point adjustable geared headband (with sweatband) mechanism greatly reduces head, neck strain and general fatigue caused by repeated lowering of the helmet during day-to-day welding operations

VIEWING AREA: 5.97 square inches (3.62” x 1.65”) viewing area. High-definition optical clarity with true color technology for a more natural viewing experience. Two optical arc sensors help protect against the hazards of arc flash. 1/1/1/2 optical clarity rating for a clear, crisp and uniform viewing area. UV/IR coating to reduce scratching and discoloration of the lens

PERFORMANCE: External shade selector knob with grind option allows for quick shade modifications. Internal switch controls include both sensitivity (high-low) and delay (min.-max.). Internal controls help minimize the risks of damage to the controls themselves or accidental setting changes while in use. DIN 9 to 13 variable shade selection (TIG operable to 5 amps). 1/25,000 per second switching speed. Solar cells with non-replaceable 3V lithium batteries (CR2032) and automatic on/off technology

Product 1: POWERFUL- Welds up to 1/2" Mild Steel - amperage range: 10-90 amps for 120 volts; 10 -180 amps for 230 volts

Product 1: DUAL VOLTAGE-120/230 input power and adapter

Product 1: VERSATILE- Easy Start Technology makes every strike easy and eliminates the frustration of your electrode sticking. DC Stick and TIG welder

HEADGEAR FOR WELDING HELMETS: The Gen 3.5 Miller replacement headgear is designed for unsurpassed comfort and stability as well as for all-day wearability. It’s featured in our Miller Digital Performance, Digital Elite and Digital Infinity models.

CUSTOM FIT: With this welding headgear, you can adjust the tilt, angle and depth to create a welder helmet that has a customized, flexible and ergonomic design. Give your head, shoulder and neck area the support it needs, no matter how long the job takes.

ALL-DAY COMFORT: This lightweight welding-helmet headgear was designed with comfort in mind. The oversized patented Flextech cushion on the back cradles your head and neck for maximum comfort while also reinforcing the area.

IMPROVED OPTICS — 9100XXi Auto Darkening Filter enables more realistic colors to be visible for welders. See your welds and welding pool with more precision, contrast and natural-looking colors

FAST AND EASY ACCESS — External welding helmet controls enable grinding and memory modes using 9100XXi silver front panel without removing your gloves

TWO MEMORY MODES — Allows a welder to set individual auto darkening filter settings for darkness shade, light-to-dark switching sensitivity and dark-to-light delay with the push button access

Replacement ratcheting type headgear for Forney 55666, 55673, 55697

Two control knobs on outside of helmet

Used as a replacement headgear

Includes ratcheting type headgear

Lightweight tough and durable

More viewing room for better results

ClearLight Lens Technology optimizes contrast and clarity in welding and light states. 1/1/1/2 optical clarity rating allows for a lighter light state while not welding — keeping the helmet down between welds while within arm's reach of the workpiece.

Independent arc sensors provide dependable arc detection.

Adjustable Sensitivity allows operator to adjust lens sensitivity for varied lighting conditions and weld amperage

9.144 sq. inch viewing area

4 arc sensors

Internal step-less controls

4C Lens Technology creates a crystal clear, true color view of the arc and puddle. This enhances your control and increases weld quality while reducing eye strain. Additionally, the 4C lens has a 1/1/1/1 optical clarity rating which showcases the absence of common lens imperfections such as blurriness and distortion while also providing consistent brightness and performance at an angle.

Improved Padding for Headgear

Grind Mode Indicator – Green Flashing LED inside the helmet tells user that the helmet is in grind mode

SHELL AND HEADGEAR FEATURES: Lightweight, impact resistant, fireproof shell. Dual crown strap headgear with multi-directional adjustment for a more comfortable fit. Quick-fit, 5-point adjustable geared headband (with sweatband) mechanism greatly reduces head, neck strain and general fatigue caused by repeated lowering of the helmet during day-to-day welding operations

VIEWING AREA: 5.97 square inches (3.62” x 1.65”) viewing area. High-definition optical clarity with true color technology for a more natural viewing experience. Two optical arc sensors help protect against the hazards of arc flash. 1/1/1/2 optical clarity rating for a clear, crisp and uniform viewing area. UV/IR coating to reduce scratching and discoloration of the lens

PERFORMANCE: External shade selector knob with grind option allows for quick shade modifications. Internal switch controls include both sensitivity (high-low) and delay (min.-max.). Internal controls help minimize the risks of damage to the controls themselves or accidental setting changes while in use. DIN 9 to 13 variable shade selection (TIG operable to 5 amps). 1/25,000 per second switching speed. Solar cells with non-replaceable 3V lithium batteries (CR2032) and automatic on/off technology

ClearLight 2.0 Lens Technology Provides advanced high-definition optics for the most realistic view that’s clearer and brighter—before, during and after every weld.

3.0 Light State Brighter light state that allows operators to keep their hood down, improving safety and productivity.

X-Mode Electromagnetically senses the weld to eliminate sunlight interference and continuously detects the arc even if sensors are blocked.

Features: Helmet built with four independent sensors (with 2 AAA batteries) positioned to reduce possibility of blockage during welding

Design: ADF helmet has viewing area of 4.0" x 3.25" offers best in-class optical clarity with a true 1/1/1/1 rating (DIN rating EN379)

Clean View: Variable shades from 5 to 13 protect eyes from radiant energy during weld; helmet has shade, sensitivity and delay adjustments for different tasks

ADF viewing area: 4.65 x 2.80 in) and intuitive internal ADF controls including sensitivity and delay

Shade range: DIN 3/5–13, adjustable in 0.5 increments and ADF a shade lock setting

ESAB OpTCS True Color Lens Technology

Variable shades from No.9 to No.13 for a variety of eye sensitivity

Includes ratchet type headgear for custom comfort

Automatic power on/off with adjustable delay time

Lift front welding helmet with shade 10 lens

Includes ratcheting type headgear for custom fit

Heat treated no.10 shade lens and clear glass Protective lens

Auto-Darkening no.9-no.13 variable shade

1/30,000 second switching speed with four optical sensors

Outside mounted shade selector knob and sensitivity adjustment

【Safety & Protection】Meets ANSI Z87.1 standards, engineered for industrial use; passive FULL TIME UV/IR filtration, combined with the TOP class triple-layered auto dimming LCD shutter, providing sufficient and accurate shades (from 5 to 14) to visible lights; full face neck protection

【Reliability & Productivity】POWER OFF DELAY to avoid flashes in the low ambient environments; INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION Technologies to minimize false triggering: less sensitive to sun lights, workshop lights but very responsive to welding arc with extremely LOW DC TIG Rating (> 2 A); Corner-Spread arc sensors provide more coverage, to overcome positions with blockage

【Performance】4 Premium redundant arc sensors, with highly responsive detecting and controlling units providing super-fast switching time, accurate shading and CRYSTAL CLEAR puddles, eliminating harmful radiant bypass, avoiding eye stress; Very low power consumption with ZERO battery reverse charge; Optimized high output solar panel helps to extent the battery life efficiently.

【Safety & Protection】Meets ANSI Z87.1 standards, engineered for industrial use; passive FULL TIME UV/IR filtration, combined with the TOP class triple-layered auto dimming LCD shutter, providing sufficient and accurate shades (from 5 to 14) to visible lights; full face neck protection

【Reliability & Productivity】POWER OFF DELAY to avoid flashes in the low ambient environments; INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION Technologies to minimize false triggering: less sensitive to sun lights, workshop lights but very responsive to welding arc with extremely LOW DC TIG Rating (> 2 A); Corner-Spread arc sensors provide more coverage, to overcome positions with blockage

【Performance】4 Premium redundant arc sensors, with highly responsive detecting and controlling units providing super-fast switching time, accurate shading and CRYSTAL CLEAR puddles, eliminating harmful radiant bypass, avoiding eye stress; Very low power consumption with ZERO battery reverse charge; Optimized high output solar panel helps to extent the battery life efficiently.

【Safety & Protection】Meets ANSI Z87.1 standards, engineered for industrial use; passive FULL TIME UV/IR filtration, combined with the TOP class triple-layered auto dimming LCD shutter, providing sufficient and accurate shades (from 5 to 14) to visible lights; full face neck protection

【Reliability & Productivity】POWER OFF DELAY to avoid flashes in the low ambient environments; INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION Technologies to minimize false triggering: less sensitive to sun lights, workshop lights but very responsive to welding arc with extremely LOW DC TIG Rating (> 2 A); Corner-Spread arc sensors provide more coverage, to overcome positions with blockage

【Performance】4 Premium redundant arc sensors, with highly responsive detecting and controlling units providing super-fast switching time, accurate shading and CRYSTAL CLEAR puddles, eliminating harmful radiant bypass, avoiding eye stress; Very low power consumption with ZERO battery reverse charge; Optimized high output solar panel helps to extent the battery life efficiently.