is this miller welding helmet good?

[tylerdurben]

looking to buy an auto dark helmet. dont want to mess up my eyes!

is this miller ok for moderate to occasional welding, anybody have it?

http://cgi.ebay.com/MILLER-PRO-HOBBY-EAGLE-II-WELDING-HELMET-231405_W0QQitemZ350152262696QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBI_Work_Saftey_Apparel?hash=item350152262696&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50

thanks and sorry if this is like the 100th welding helmet post. btw i dont care for the bird on the helmet its just that that design is cheaper.

 

[tylerdurben]

think i like this one better. its got a bigger window and just seems all around better...

http://cgi.ebay.com/MILLER-ELITE-BLACK-WELDING-HELMET-216322_W0QQitemZ390020869242QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBI_Work_Saftey_Apparel?hash=item390020869242&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2|65%3A15|39%3A1|240%3A1318

 

[hossmwp]

Miller helmets are the best IMHO! However I would jump up from the Pro Hobby helmet. I believe thats the one you have referenced. I have the elite and I love it. I dont have the top model that has the ability to adjust all the different levels and I would expect not many people do. The helmet that sits between the Elite and the ProHobby is a great helmet. Its what I was going to get but it was not in stock when I bought my helmet. I believe its the Performer or Performance something like that. I would look at that one. I think it has the dark,light and then a grinding mode that it goes to. That is a nice feature. I find that I use my helmet for many things now even torch work instead of glasses due to its ability to more or less have a middle setting.

The adjustment and comfort of the Miller helmets is what sold me. Go to your local welding supply place most likey they have the Miller helmets there and try them on. My dealer actually has a few that arent perfect that are for display and they will even show you what they are like if you are regular customer..they let me go in the back and check the helmet out while someone was working on a welder it was very helpful.

 

[ryno]

i have the top of the line miller hood that i use for tig welding.
i also have a speedglass and jackson hoods that i use for my mig.
for the money id say check out a speedglass unit.

 

[bugdust]

I have the Jackson EQC 3n1. It's pretty good for about $260. I may step up to a Miller Elite next time.

 

[rickairmedic]

I have a Miller elite big window and love it . I use it regularly for mig welding .

Rick

 

[Skyline]

I have a Miller elite big window and love it . I use it regularly for mig welding .

Rick

X2........

 

[Kurn]

Due to budget constraints,I chose the Miller Pro Hobby.No complaints,and I've been using it quite a bit.

 

[jdcompman]

for the money id say check out a speedglass unit.

I second this. I have a speedglas and love it but IMHO the Miller or speedglas are both very good helmets.

 

[hades02]

This is a very good helmet. I have used this in a metal fabrication shop and it
works great. I used it daily for 6 hours at a time 6 days a week for 1 year. I no longer
work at the shop and that is why I no longer use it. I consider this helmet
to be above hobby level. You will not be disappointed. The only complaint I
have about it is when working in sun light the sun will make it darken up. Though
I must admit I never played with the sensitivity settings to adjust for the sun.

 

[Spookrider]

To my welding teacher this is spouse to be the best of the best Company wise. Granted the cost is bit high. But, I own one and love it.

Optrel Satellite Welding Helmet-Auto Darkening

http://www.envirosafetyproducts.com/category/optrel-welding-helmets-optrel-satellite-welding-helmet.html

 

[Bevis]

I use an Optrel Helment (K604) the one shown here.

 

[cadn24]

My dad has a Miller, and it works great. Unfortunately, I can't tell you what model it is.

NOTE -- Whichever one you get, make sure and store it in a climate controlled environment. The only problem my dad has had is having to replace a lense unit because he was keeping it in the garage that was getting cold at night. The temp fluctuating caused it to go out.

 

[riley.m]

that hood is probably fine for your moderate use.iv owned optrel,miller elite,jackson next gen,and on my third speedglas.i would suggest looking for a used speedglas since they just introduced a new model,and people will probably be upgrading.optrels are nice but kind of bulky in my opinion.the miller elite is awsome,i have one in alaska,but speedglas is by far my favorite.most comfortable,straightforward,lightweight,and durable.

 

[tylerdurben]

sorry to bring this post back up, but i want to place my order on my new helmet perhaps tomorrow.

i am looking into the Optrel Helmets. i like the grinding feature cause i find myself welding / grinding a lot. so i guess the Optrel Satellite is the best out right now. looked into pricing and its fair, under 300 shipped.

 

[nobrakes]

If you are going to do any welding outside or where something might be blocking the auto dark sensors, the miller DIGITAL elite is the way to go.

http://www.millerwelds.com/products/weldinghelmets/digital-elite.php

I know its a little spendy but why buy something and wish you had more later.
Hope this link works if not check out the miller site.

 

[trackwelder]

We get speedglas at work and i really like them and they are very light. Go to your local welding shop and try on a few that are on display. Get which ever one is the most comfortable one. And to answer your question yes miller does have some very nice hoods.

 

[ripsnortMN]

I have the Miller big window elite. I have had it for about three years and it works great.

 

[EddieB]

I use my miller elite for 8 hours a day 5 days a week and 5 hours a day on saturday. It has grind mode as well. I bought mine used for $100 from a co-worker, I have seen them sold used for $150-$250 depending on condition. I just got lucky at Christmas time when he needed some quick cash.

 

[rsanter]

miller has a good name so I am sure its got to be a good one.
personally I really like my Jackson helmet.

when it comes to welding helmets I would always go with a known brand
my eyes are too valuable for cheap ****

bob

 

[35mastr]

I also have a Miller digital elite.

You will only get one set of eyes.After that they will issue you the red stick with the rubber tip.

 

[Rte66Charlie]

http://www.jacksonsafety.com/linkdetails.cfm?groupid=3002518

I've used Jackson EQC helmets for years and swear by them.

 

[tylerdurben]

got the Optrel Satellite. Love it!