Finally! Optrel e670 :)

[jhammer]

I just ordered one up, should be here in a week. Has anyone used an e670 or e680 before?.Its got 33% bigger viewing lens and true color filter whatever that means. I hope i didnt make a mistake purchasing one.

 

[Shox Dr]

I haven't go that Model so can't comment on yours. But I do have a Optrel Satellite, and that's the mutts nutts. So I don't think your choice is a bad one

 

[jhammer]

Thanks, Shox Dr..... I love neutral countries .. Swiss. When i get my helmet, hood or whatever you wanna call it i will do a review for everyone with pictures of the helmet and the len colors when welding.
I have been welding for six years ( i know its not long ) but a greenish yellow auto tint can sometimes blend in with the weld joint and make it hard to Distinguish filler metal with parent metal. I know its a small thing to complain about but if welding is your job the smallest things make a difference.

 

[Wedg1e]

I use an Optrel Satellite as well and would agree; it's unlikely they have produced a bum product.

 

[wyn]

Just had a look at some info on the e670.......it looks pretty good in auto mode, with the shade changing levels according to the brightness of the arc.

Looking forward to the review.

 

[jhammer]

Ok i got some pics up, I got pics of the lens color when looking through it. i compare both My old optrel satellite and my new optrel e670 with true color view.

click on my profile to see pictures.

 

[Shox Dr]

BIG difference there. Pitty my Satellite is not very old, otherwise I might be tempted to buy one

 

[pedrobedro]

Where did you buy it from? It certainly looks impressive from the pictures.

 

[jhammer]

I bought it from a company in California.

http://www.safetycompany.com/head-protection-face-shields-welding-helmets/c_361_6_245.html?page=2

The arc is a nice crisp blue color with an orange weld puddle. I have not used it much. i just tryed it out today for only a minute. Once i try it out a bit more illtake pictures of the lens with me welding.

Stay tuned if your interested..

 

[NTwoO]

Really looks impressive. My helmet is almost new, so it will not happen for me in the near future

 

[toddy]

well for any of you who wants one like it, and i may get one once i start work again

http://www.ukwelder.com/shop/helmets/optrel_e680.php
this is the next one up. it does look nice

 

[pedrobedro]

UKwelder link or Spa welding or the E670 on Spa welding site, not bad prices on there I might treat myself and get one for Christmas

 

[Country Joe]

Mine's an Optrel e680, but I've heard it called a Optrel/Sperian e680. Maybe Sperian own Optrel, or the other way around. Maybe they're even one & the same!
The lens does seem exceptionally clear, but my old helmet wasn't too good, so not too fair a comparison!
All the Best,
CJ

 

[Seano]

Anybody know what the difference is between the e670 and e680....?


WcW

 

[jhammer]

e670 goes from a tint 9-13 and has an auto amperage sensor mode. In auto amperage the helmet will sense the amount of amperage you are using and tint automatically.

e680 goes from tint 5-13 but does not have auto amperage mode.

 

[Seano]

e670 goes from a tint 9-13 and has an auto amperage sensor mode. In auto amperage the helmet will sense the amount of amperage you are using and tint automatically.

e680 goes from tint 5-13 but does not have auto amperage mode.

Thanks for that jhammer, so I can take it that you prefer the 670 over the 680....

 

[jhammer]

I have no need for a tint any less then 9. The auto amperage mode comes in handy when you are Tig welding. When Tig welding you have the foot pedal that controls your amperage as you weld the helmet is always adjusting for your eyes.