The Optrel Helix Pure Air Quattro is a professional flip-up auto-darkening welding helmet with integrated TH3-certified powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) protection designed for welders working in demanding industrial environments.
Combining panoramic visibility, adaptive auto-darkening technology, respiratory protection, and a compact flip-front shell design, the Helix Pure Air Quattro delivers advanced protection for fabrication, heavy industrial welding, grinding, and confined-space applications.
The Helix platform is engineered to give welders the flexibility of a flip-up grinding and inspection visor while maintaining full respiratory protection and advanced welding lens performance. The integrated Pure Air PAPR system continuously supplies filtered air to help reduce exposure to welding fumes, airborne particles, and contaminants commonly found in industrial fabrication environments.
Integrated TH3 PAPR Respiratory Protection
One of the defining features of the Helix Pure Air Quattro is its fully integrated powered air purifying respirator system.
Respiratory Protection Benefits
Continuous filtered airflow
TH3 respiratory protection rating
Reduced exposure to welding fumes
Improved breathing comfort
Reduced heat buildup inside helmet
Better comfort during long welding shifts
The PAPR system helps protect welders from:
Welding fumes
Fine airborne particles
Grinding dust
Metal contaminants
Harmful particulates generated during fabrication processes
This makes the helmet ideal for welders working in fabrication shops, industrial facilities, shipyards, and high-production welding environments.
Flip-Up Grinding & Inspection Design
The Helix series features Optrel’s signature flip-front shell design that allows welders to quickly switch between welding, grinding, inspection, and setup work without removing the helmet.
Benefits of the Flip-Up Design
Faster workflow transitions
Improved convenience
Reduced downtime
Easier inspection between welds
Better grinding visibility
Reduced need to remove helmet repeatedly
This improves efficiency in fabrication environments where operators constantly alternate between welding and finishing operations.
Quattro Auto-Darkening Lens Technology
The Helix Pure Air Quattro uses Optrel’s Quattro auto-darkening lens system designed for professional welding applications and high-amperage environments.
Lens Features
Adaptive auto-darkening
True-color visibility
ShadeTronic® automatic shade adjustment
FadeTronic® fade control
Automatic brightness adaptation
Enhanced weld puddle visibility
Shade Range
Automatic shade range: 5–13
Light state: Shade 3
The Quattro lens system is optimized for heavy fabrication, structural welding, and industrial applications requiring dynamic shade performance and reliable arc detection.
Panoramic Field of Vision
The Helix platform is designed to provide a wide field of view that improves weld visibility and situational awareness.
Benefits include:
Improved peripheral visibility
Better weld puddle tracking
Reduced head movement
Improved positional welding
Better visibility in confined spaces
Enhanced precision during fabrication
The panoramic lens design helps welders maintain better visibility during overhead, vertical, and difficult-position welding applications.
ShadeTronic® Automatic Shade Adjustment
The Helix Pure Air Quattro incorporates ShadeTronic® technology, which automatically adjusts the lens shade level based on arc intensity.
Advantages
Hands-free shade adjustment
Adaptive response to changing arc brightness
Improved comfort during varying amperage
Consistent eye protection
Reduced need for manual settings adjustments
This technology helps improve productivity while maintaining proper eye protection throughout the welding process.
FadeTronic® Eye Comfort Technology
FadeTronic® gradually transitions the lens from dark to light after welding rather than instantly opening.
Benefits
Reduced eye fatigue
Smoother light transition
Better comfort during repetitive welding
Improved visibility after welding stops
This is especially useful for production welders performing repetitive welding cycles throughout long shifts.
Designed for Industrial Welding Applications
The Helix Pure Air Quattro is built for:
MIG welding
TIG welding
Stick welding
Flux-cored welding
Plasma cutting
Grinding
Heavy fabrication
Structural steel welding
Industrial manufacturing
Pipe welding
Its integrated respiratory protection and flip-up design make it especially useful in environments where welding fumes and airborne contaminants are a constant concern.
Ergonomic Comfort & Lightweight Design
The helmet is engineered for all-day comfort during demanding industrial use.
Comfort Features
Balanced helmet design
Adjustable headgear system
Reduced neck fatigue
Controlled airflow system
Comfortable face seal integration
Lightweight shell construction
The powered airflow system also helps reduce heat buildup and lens fogging inside the helmet during extended welding sessions.
Optrel Helix Pure Air Quattro Specifications
Specification
Details
Helmet Type
Flip-Up Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
Respiratory Protection
Integrated PAPR System
TH Rating
TH3
Lens Technology
Quattro Auto-Darkening Lens
Light State
Shade 3
Shade Range
5–13
Auto-Darkening
Yes
ShadeTronic®
Yes
FadeTronic®
Yes
Grinding Mode
Yes
Airflow System
Powered Air Purifying Respirator
Applications
MIG, TIG, Stick, Plasma, Grinding
Helmet Style
Flip-Up
True-Color View
Yes
Respirator Compatible
Integrated System
Country of Design
Switzerland
Why Welders Choose the Helix Pure Air Quattro
Professional welders choose the Helix Pure Air Quattro because it combines:
Respiratory protection
Advanced auto-darkening technology
Flip-up convenience
Panoramic visibility
Lightweight comfort
Industrial-grade welding protection
The integrated PAPR system is especially valuable for welders exposed to heavy fumes during fabrication, grinding, and confined-space work.
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
What is the Optrel Helix Pure Air Quattro used for?
The Helix Pure Air Quattro is designed for professional welding applications requiring both auto-darkening eye protection and powered respiratory protection.
Does the helmet include respiratory protection?
Yes. The helmet includes an integrated TH3-certified powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) system.
What welding processes is the helmet compatible with?
The helmet supports MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored, Plasma Cutting, and grinding applications.
What is the benefit of the flip-up design?
The flip-up shell allows welders to switch between welding, grinding, inspection, and setup work without removing the helmet.
What is the shade range of the Quattro lens?
The helmet features an automatic shade range of 5–13 with a shade 3 light state.
What does TH3 respiratory protection mean?
TH3 is one of the highest powered air respirator protection classifications for welding applications, designed to help reduce exposure to harmful airborne contaminants.
Does the helmet include automatic shade adjustment?
Yes. The helmet uses ShadeTronic® technology for automatic adaptive shade adjustment.
Is the helmet good for industrial fabrication?
Yes. The helmet is specifically designed for heavy industrial welding and fabrication environments.
Does the PAPR system help with heat buildup?
Yes. The continuous airflow system helps improve comfort and reduce heat and fogging inside the helmet.
Who uses the Helix Pure Air Quattro?
The helmet is commonly used by fabrication shops, industrial welders, structural steel welders, pipe welders, manufacturing facilities, and professional welding contractors.
Brand:OptrelSKU:4441.945.USTags:Grinding Helmet, Welding Helmets