XFS
Ideal for Light Duty Applications, the XFS Fixed Shade #10 has a lens darkening reaction time of 1/3,600 seconds to a darkened state of a #10. With 2 independent arc sensors capable of providing continuos arc-sensing capability. The solar-powered lens uses non-replacement lithium batteries. With a ratchet-style headgear that features CoolMax odor-absorbing sweatbands, and coming standard with 5 front lens covers and 2 back lens cover replacements. The XFS Series welding helmet comes with a 2-year warranty and you can also get replacement components such as new auto-darkening lenses, new ratchet headgear assembly, new flat black lens cover kits, and new clear lens kits without frames. The XFS series of Welding Helmets from Hobart does not have a grind mode, has no sensitivity controls, no delay controls. It is also not-recommended for low-amp TIG ratings. However, it does come with a magnifying lens holder and 2 arc sensors. The XFS series is Good for Light-Duty Applications.
"We use a lot of different welding helmets and some are much more costly than these but this is by far the best in the collection."
Review for Hobart Auto-Darkening XFS Fixed-Shade Welding Helmet
"Time to autodarken off/on is in the milliseconds range, light yet durable. Excellent quality. Definitely worth the price."
"Not as good as pricier models (slower reaction time), but great for shorter welding projects. A lot of starting and stopping might get to your eyes at some point. Good sized viewing window. Adjusts to head size easily, and the flip up/down adjustment seems to work well. Overall battery life appears to be good, and it recharges pretty fast if you are not out in the sun welding."
"I like this hood alot. Its viewing area is large so seeing what your doing is easy. I like the lower chin protection. I used to get spater down my shirt with my old welding helmet. Talk about dancing around.A+++"
"I just purchased this item about 2 weeks ago it is the best one i have ever had i work in a body shop so i use my helmet alot comes on fast and efficient fits my head really well i reccomend it for any one looking for a welding helmet the price was great also by far the best helmet"
"Great mask. Shipped fast. I use this mask just about every day and for the price you can't beat the quality."
"I Stick weld at work and we have autodarkening helmets there. I cant stand how the helmet there slowly slide down since the adjusters can't support the weight of the helmet.. I purchased this one and have used it at home and at work for about 3months The adjusters on the side hold the helmet firmly in place. The only negitive thing I can say is that if exposed to long periods of welding I would get a better helmet."
"This is a great affordable welding helmet. Wether you are a hobby welder or a full time career welder such as myself this product works great. I have used one for the past year and a half on the job and never once had a problem with it. I have used it in various positions using different welding processes and it performed like a champ. The nice thing about this product is that it does not use batteries, meaning that whenever you use it, it will always work. From my experience using this product I have no negative comments about it."
"I’ve been using this Hobart hood for about two months and it works amazingly well. I’ve never used an auto darkening hood before and man does it make things easy. When using it with my mig welder it lets in the perfect amount of light so that I can see exactly what I’m welding but never hurts my eyes. The reaction time from light to dark is extremely fast and very nice to have."
"needs darker lens #10,or darker and faster change time for higher welding amps and/or volts"
"This is a very nice hood. It has a solid constuction and is lite weight. It has a fast reaction time also. I am using it for factory work so we will see how long it holds up to the wear and tear. So far so good. For under $100.00 it's well worth the investment."
Review 12 for Hobart Auto-Darkening XFS Fixed-Shade Welding Helmet - Black, Model# 770432
"This is a great helmet for the price...it comes on the instant you start welding...it is very fast and I am definetly impressed...this is the first auto darkening helmet I bought and it was well worth it...for the guy or gal using it at home in the shop, its just right."
"I purchased this helmet with the hobart 140 welder. i had never welded before but with that welder and this hood it was easy. it even comes with replaceable lenses. i have used it on and off for about t a year now with no problems." What is your level of technical expertise? Home Handyman
"I bought this helmet as a gift for my son. He has been pleased with it. For some reason when I got it it was not obvious to me that it was not a "picture window" front glass, but rather the standard size. Perhaps the photo shown has changed or I just know what to look for because when looking at the photo shown now its obvious. Only other weakness is that the battery does not appear to be serviceable, however it may have a very long life. Over all a good value.
"The first time I used it I had not charged it enough. It worked but was not dark enough. I can't beleive how fast it is and it comes back quick as well. I'm still working on trying to adjust the darkness level but I need to reed the directions again I guess.Overall it is 1,000,000 times better than any flip down helmet and for the price 100,000,000 million times better."
