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HA1060010 - 2x4 Heat Treated Glass Welding Filter Plate

Packaging: 1 per each
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OVERVIEW

Old School Clarity for the Modern Welder

There's a reason many seasoned pros still swear by glass. This 2" x 4-1/4" Heat Treated Glass Filter Plate gives you that crisp, clear view of the puddle that plastic lenses sometimes struggle to match. If you're tired of your lenses getting scratched up every time you wipe them down with a dirty glove, it's time to switch back to glass. This plate is hardened to take the heat, literally. It resists pitting from spatter better than standard plastic, meaning you aren't changing out your lens every other day.

This is a standard size lens, so it's going to drop right into your favorite pipeliner hood, your backup shop helmet, or that old hand shield you use for quick tacks. It's heat-treated, which means it's tough enough to handle the thermal shock of a long bead without cracking. It acts as your main shield against the arc's brightness (make sure you pair it with the correct shade for your amperage) and keeps those harmful UV rays out of your eyes.

Don't let a hazy, scratched-up lens ruin your welds. A fresh glass plate is one of the cheapest upgrades you can make to immediately improve your work. Pop this in, keep it clean, and enjoy a view that stays clear bead after bead. It's a solid, no-nonsense piece of gear for the welder who cares about what they're looking at.

Why Choose Glass?

  • Scratch Resistance: Stands up to wiping and grit better than plastic.
  • Thermal Stability: Won't warp when you're burning hot rods.
  • Optical Quality: No distortion, just a clear view of the work.
Additional Information
Brand:Generic
Item:Lens Filter Plate
Lense Size:2 x 4
Material:N/A, Heat-Treated Glass
Packaging Description:1-per-ea
Lens Type:Passive Filter Plate
Dimensions:2" x 4-1/4"
Shade Or Magnifier:N/A
Inner Or Outer Lense:N/A

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Heat Treated Glass Lens Filter Plate (2" x 4-1/4")

APPLICATIONS

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick)
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG)
  • Oxy-Fuel Cutting and Welding (depending on shade)
  • Plasma Cutting

FAQ

This lens measures 2 inches by 4-1/4 inches, which is the standard size for most fixed-front and flip-front welding helmets.

This is a heat-treated glass lens, which offers superior scratch resistance and optical clarity compared to standard plastic lenses.

If your helmet accepts a standard 2x4 (2" x 4.25") lens, this plate will fit. It is compatible with most major brands of passive hoods.

Yes, as a welding filter plate, it is designed to block harmful UV and IR radiation generated by the welding arc.

You can clean it with standard glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Because it is glass, it is more resistant to scratching during cleaning than plastic.

This is a filter plate, meaning it is shaded to protect your eyes from the arc. You should typically use a clear cover lens in front of it to protect it from spatter.

Heat treating strengthens the glass, making it more resistant to breaking from thermal shock (rapid temperature changes) and impact.

Yes, provided the shade number (if specified on the package) is appropriate for the amperage you are running. Glass lenses provide excellent clarity for TIG work.