Fashion Accessories ｜Optrel Helix Pure Air CLT with Hard Hat Welding Helmet

The Optrel Helix Pure Air CLT with Hard Hat is a premium slide-up welding and grinding helmet system designed for professional welders working in demanding industrial and construction environments.
Combining Crystal Lens Technology 2.0, panoramic field of view, integrated respiratory compatibility, and ANSI-rated hard hat protection, the Helix Pure Air CLT is built for high-performance welding applications requiring maximum visibility, safety, and comfort. 
The helmet is compatible with the Optrel e3000X NIOSH-approved PAPR respiratory system, helping provide filtered airflow and respiratory protection during welding, grinding, and cutting operations.

Key Features

Slide-up welding and grinding helmet system
Crystal Lens Technology (CLT) 2.0 for true-color clarity
Panoramic XXL field of vision
ANSI Z89.1 Type 1 Class C removable hard hat included
Compatible with Optrel e3000X PAPR respiratory system
Light state shade level 2.0
Automatic ShadeTronic® shade adjustment
FadeTronic® fade control reduces eye fatigue
Five-sensor arc detection system
Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery system
Solar-assisted charging capability
USB rechargeable battery
True-color viewing technology
Lightweight ergonomic helmet design
IsoFit® adjustable headgear system
Suitable for welding, grinding, plasma cutting, and fabrication environments
Designed for overhead welding applications
Compatible with hard hat adapter systems

 

Crystal Lens Technology 2.0
The Helix Pure Air CLT uses Optrel’s Crystal Lens Technology 2.0, which provides an exceptionally bright light state and true-color visibility before, during, and after welding. The CLT system minimizes the green tint common in traditional welding lenses and helps improve weld puddle visibility and overall operator precision.

Panoramic Field of View
The helmet offers a panoramic XXL viewing area that provides up to 6 times the field of vision of traditional welding helmets using standard 100 x 50 mm auto-darkening filters. The patented nose cutout design positions the lens closer to the operator’s eyes for improved peripheral visibility and reduced distortion.

Slide-Up Welding & Grinding System
The integrated slide-up mechanism allows operators to switch between welding and grinding without removing the helmet. This system helps improve workflow efficiency in fabrication shops, field welding, industrial maintenance, and construction applications where frequent task switching is required.

Respiratory Protection Compatibility
The Helix Pure Air CLT is designed for use with the Optrel e3000X PAPR system, delivering filtered airflow directly into the helmet. When connected to the PAPR unit, the system helps reduce exposure to:

Welding fumes
Grinding dust
Aerosols
Smoke particles
Airborne contaminants

The e3000X system is NIOSH-approved and supports TH3-level particle filtration.

Technical Specifications

Specification
Details

Light State
Shade 2.0

Active Shade Range
Shade 7–12

Automatic Shade Range
4<12M

Sensors
5

Switching Speed
0.090 ms at room temperature

Delay Adjustment
0.1–2.0 seconds

Power Supply
Solar cells + Li-polymer battery

Charging Method
Micro USB + solar assist

Battery Cycle Life
300–500 cycles

Operating Temperature
14°F to 131°F

Storage Temperature
-4°F to 158°F

Standards
ANSI, CE, UKCA, CSA Z94.3

Weight with Hard Hat
Approx. 1180 g

Weight without Hard Hat
Approx. 850 g

 

Welding Applications
The Helix Pure Air CLT is designed for:

MIG welding (GMAW)
TIG welding (GTAW)
Stick welding (SMAW)
Flux-core welding
Plasma cutting
Plasma welding
Gas welding
Grinding operations
Industrial fabrication
Structural steel welding
Pipeline and field welding

Ergonomics & Comfort Features
IsoFit® Headgear
The integrated IsoFit® headgear system provides multi-point adjustment for improved fit and weight distribution across different head shapes.
Lightweight Design
Despite its large viewing area and respiratory compatibility, the helmet is designed to remain lightweight and balanced for extended use.
Overhead Welding Design
The rounded front cover lens and helmet profile improve performance and comfort during overhead welding applications.

Included Components
The standard package includes:

Helix Pure Air CLT welding helmet
Removable hard hat
IsoFit® headgear
Front cover lens
USB charging cable
Storage bag
Warranty documentation
Operating instructions

Replacement Parts & Accessories
Compatible accessories include:

Replacement cover lenses
Face seals
Magnifying lenses
Hard hat replacement shells
Sweatbands
Head and neck protection
Helmet backpack
IsoFit® replacement headgear
USB charging cables

User Feedback & Industry Discussion
Professional welders frequently praise the Helix CLT series for:

Exceptional lens clarity
Large viewing area
Comfortable headgear system
Excellent respiratory integration
True-color visibility

Some long-term users on welding forums have also reported concerns involving lens reliability and replacement component costs, particularly in heavy daily industrial use environments.
Many users still consider the Optrel Helix system among the highest-visibility welding helmets available, especially for welders prioritizing comfort, visibility, and integrated respiratory protection.

Technical & Documentation Information
Available Product Documentation

Helix Pure Air CLT product brochure
Technical specifications sheet
Operating instructions
PAPR compatibility documentation
ANSI and certification references
Replacement parts diagrams
Maintenance guidelines
Warranty registration information
Brand:OptrelSKU:4441.960.USTags:Grinding Helmet, Welding Helmets