Buy Welding Helmets Online in Australia
Auto-darkening (electronic) welding helmets and PAPR helmets for MIG, TIG and stick welding. The range is mostly BossSafe and Bossweld electronic helmets, with Tecmen flip-front and powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) helmets and face shields, plus BT Weld electronic helmets.
What’s in the range
| Helmet type | Models | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| BossSafe Mega View | Vixen, Inferno, Orion, Delta | Large auto-darkening window for structural, positional and out-of-position work |
| BossSafe Wide View | Graphite, Blaze, Urban | A wider viewing area than a standard trade helmet |
| BossSafe Trade | Patriot, Siren, Scorpion | General workshop and site welding |
| Bossweld | Forge variable shade, X-Sight XR4 variable shade, Black Lift Front | General MIG, TIG and stick welding; the Lift Front allows the lens to be raised for grinding and inspection |
| BT Weld | Electronic welding helmet, sold as a set of 2 (Element, Eclipse and Joker designs) | Workshops fitting out more than one welder |
| Tecmen flip front | iEXP 950S flip-front helmet | Welders who grind, tack and inspect between welds |
| Tecmen PAPR helmets | iEXP TM1000, iMUX TM16, 100LW laser welding helmet | Welding where fume needs a powered respirator |
| Tecmen PAPR face shields | Freflow V1 with bump cap, Freflow V1 with hardhat, Freflow TM-S1 | Grinding and prep work needing respiratory protection without a full welding helmet |
Choosing a welding helmet
Auto-darkening
An auto-darkening helmet lets you see the workpiece clearly before the arc strikes, then darkens as it starts. That means you can position the electrode or torch accurately without lifting the helmet. It is the common choice for professional and production welding.
Viewing area
Mega View and Wide View helmets give a larger viewing window, which helps with joint tracking and positional work. Trade helmets suit general workshop welding where the larger window is not essential.
Shade range and process
Check that the helmet’s shade range suits your process and current, including low-amp TIG. Variable shade helmets let you adjust to the job. For shade guidance, see our welding helmet shade guide.
Flip front
A flip-front helmet lifts the electronic lens clear for grinding, tacking and inspection, so you do not need to take the helmet off between tasks.
PAPR
A PAPR helmet supplies filtered air to the welder as well as protecting the eyes and face. It is an option where ventilation and fume extraction are not enough, such as in confined spaces or when welding stainless or galvanised steel. Your risk assessment and regulator guidance decide when respiratory protection is required.
Lenses and spares
Replace scratched or pitted cover lenses promptly. Lenses and spare parts are listed under Welding safety equipment.
Always check the data sheet
Shade range, reaction time, sensor count, battery type and the Australian Standard a helmet is certified to differ between models. Confirm these on the product page or data sheet before you buy, and ask us if you are unsure what suits your process.
Related ranges
- Welding safety equipment — gloves, jackets, blankets, lenses and fume extraction
- Welding gloves, welding goggles and welding visors
- Respiratory protection and fume extractors
- Welding — machines, consumables and accessories
- BossSafe, Bossweld, Tecmen, BT Weld
Order from AIMS Industrial
Not sure which helmet suits your welding? Call us on (02) 9773 0122, get in touch or request a quote. We have supplied Australian industry since 1988 and deliver Australia-wide.
Welding helmet FAQs
Do I need to lift an auto-darkening helmet before striking the arc?
No. You can see the workpiece clearly before the arc strikes, and the lens darkens as the arc starts. A fixed-shade helmet has to be flipped down into position before you weld.
What is the difference between BossSafe and Bossweld helmets?
They are two separate brands. BossSafe supplies the Vixen, Inferno, Orion, Delta, Graphite, Blaze, Urban, Patriot, Siren and Scorpion helmets, and Bossweld supplies the Forge, X-Sight and Black Lift Front helmets.
What is the benefit of a Mega View or Wide View helmet?
A larger viewing window helps you track the joint and see the weld pool, especially in structural and out-of-position work. A trade helmet suits general workshop welding.
What does a flip-front helmet let me do?
It lets you lift the electronic lens clear for grinding, tacking and inspection without removing the whole helmet, such as with the Tecmen iEXP 950S.
When do I need a PAPR welding helmet?
A PAPR helmet supplies filtered air as well as protecting your eyes and face. It is an option where ventilation and fume extraction are not enough, such as confined spaces or welding stainless or galvanised steel. Follow your risk assessment and regulator guidance.
How do I choose the right shade?
Match the helmet’s shade range to your process and current, and check the data sheet for the range. Our welding helmet shade guide is a good place to start.