What Auto helmet for TIG?

[mike os]

Ok Just been doing my first tig welding... what a pleasure few issues but not for here

My current welding helmet is struggling... flickering.. not switching on .... with tig at even medium current-60a or so, but is fine & more than adequate for mig/mma (unknown brand, label fell of a long while ago) Given its performance to date I guess it is an age/ not spec-ed for tig/ rather than a "quality" issue....not pro kit either tho... I'm not made of ££££

So what to go for specifically for tig, not looking to spend more than I need, but quite happy to pay to get a "decent" mid-range helmet

Was looking at weldequip's esab origo, but some seem to have issues with them? what about the SWP in the shop? or a second hand speedglas of fleabay?

if 2nd hand... what to look out for/avoid

cheers

 

[runnach]

I ordered and received 5,off SifLites for lads attending my evening class, very good price and, no issue,s when welding at low amp range on tig process.

 

[langy]

I use a Miller Elite, a bit spendy but worth it in my opinion, I have a backup mask which is a SWP Elimintor which is excellent for the money.

 

[mike os]

sorry I should have posted before

picked up a SWP auto helmet http://www.weldequip.com/swp-welding-helmet.htm... works down to 5A tig & comfortable enough for the £££... All round for the non-pro hard to beat