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AP-BT3-FR - Walter Flame Retardant Breathing Tube Cover

Packaging: 1 per each
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OVERVIEW

Don't Let Sparks Ruin Your Air Supply

We all know the pain of damaging a piece of expensive gear. When it comes to your PAPR system, the breathing tube is your lifeline, but it's also a magnet for flying sparks, hot slag, and sharp edges in the shop. The Walter Flex Tube FR Cover is the cheapest insurance policy you can buy for your rig. Designed to slip right over your existing air hose, this flame-retardant sleeve takes the heat so your equipment doesn't have to.

Think about where you work: tight spaces, overhead welds, and grinding sparks flying everywhere. A standard plastic breathing tube can melt or puncture in seconds if a hot BB lands on it. Once that happens, your positive pressure is gone, and you're breathing fumes. This FR cover stops that cold. It shrugs off spatter and resists burning, keeping your air line sealed and safe. Plus, it keeps your gear clean from grime and dust.

It’s built to move with you. You won't feel like you're fighting a stiff hose; the cover flexes just like the tube does. It’s easy to put on and take off, making it simple to swap out or clean. If you are serious about your safety and want to stop buying replacement hoses every few months, armor up with the Walter Flex Tube FR Cover. It’s a small addition that makes a huge difference in the longevity of your welding helmet setup.

Additional Information
Product Type:Breathing Tube Cover, Protective Sleeve
Material:Flame-Retardant Fabric
Application:PAPR System Protection, Welding, Grinding
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Compatibility:Walter Flex Tubes, PAPR Breathing Tubes
Features:Flame Retardant, Abrasion Resistant
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter Flex Tube FR Cover (AP-BT3-FR)

APPLICATIONS

  • MIG and Flux-Cored Welding
  • Heavy Fabrication and Grinding
  • Foundry and Casting Operations
  • Shipbuilding and Structural Steel
  • Any environment requiring PAPR respiratory protection

FAQ

Its primary function is to protect the flexible breathing tube of a PAPR system from damage caused by welding sparks, spatter, and abrasion.

Yes, the cover is made from flame-retardant (FR) fabric designed to self-extinguish and resist burning.

It is specifically designed for Walter Flex Tubes, though it may fit other tubes of similar length and diameter. Verification of dimensions is recommended for non-Walter brands.

No, the cover is designed to be loose enough to allow the tube to bend and flex freely during use.

The cover typically slides over the breathing tube before the tube is connected to the helmet or blower unit.

Most FR fabric covers can be cleaned, but you should refer to the specific care instructions provided by Walter to maintain its FR properties.

No, this is the protective cover only. The breathing tube is sold separately.

It significantly extends the life of the breathing tube, which is expensive to replace, by preventing punctures and burns.