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Kemppi RSA 230 Silencer (Pack of 2)
SP011735

Name: Kemppi RSA 230 Silencer (Pack of 2)
SKU: SP011735
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Beta e90 PFA with RSA 230 Parts FAQs

Helpful answers on choosing, fitting and looking after the wearable parts of a compressed-air-fed welding helmet system.

Is it safe to fit parts that are not from the original maker?

Not without checking. HSE guidance on respiratory protective equipment says replacement parts should ideally come from the original manufacturer, so the equipment keeps working as intended and gives the protection the maker states. Maker manuals for air-fed welding equipment also say to use only the maker's own filters, parts and accessories, and that ignoring this can reduce protection.

This matters most for anything that affects the seal, the airflow or the filter lens. Check the manual and your risk assessment before using anything that is not specified for your helmet.

How often should an air-fed welding helmet be examined and what records are needed?

The user should look the helmet over before every use. HSE welding guidance also says reusable respiratory protective equipment should be examined, maintained and, where appropriate, tested regularly, with a record kept. HSE's welding sheet suggests a thorough examination at least monthly for non-disposable equipment, and its RPE guide says records of examination, testing and repairs should be kept for at least five years.

The exact interval and test method depend on the maker's instructions and your risk assessment. A competent person should carry out the work, and worn or damaged parts should be replaced rather than put up with.

When should I replace the outer clear safety lens?

There is no single fixed interval. Trade guidance says outer lenses are usually replaced when they are deeply scratched, pitted with spatter, or too dirty to clean with a soft cloth, and that this can mean weekly or even more often on heavy daily use. It depends on the process, the current and how much spatter the job produces.

A lens that is hard to see through makes you lean in or lift the helmet, which is a safety risk in itself. Never weld without the inner and outer protective lenses fitted as the manual describes, and always use the lens specified for your helmet.

What should I check on the helmet and air system before each shift?

HSE guidance says to inspect respiratory protective equipment thoroughly before each use. For an air-fed helmet that means checking the shell, lenses, headgear and seals for cracks or damage, and checking that every hose and connector is intact and properly connected at both ends. HSE also says to check the air flow every time you use air-fed equipment.

If anything looks damaged or the airflow seems low, stop and do not use the equipment until it has been fixed. Tell workers to leave the area if they think the equipment is not working properly.

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