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Astro Blast Helmet
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About this product

The Astro Blast Helmet, also known as the Astro Respirator, is a flat lens supplied-air blasting helmet that protects an operator's head, face, neck and eyes during abrasive blasting. Abrasive blasting generates high-velocity media and airborne dust, so the operator needs both respiratory protection from clean supplied air and physical protection across the exposed areas of the head, which is what the Astro Blast Helmet provides.

The classic flat lens design of the Astro Blast Helmet keeps lifetime maintenance and part replacement costs low. A secure but easy-to-remove cape attachment allows quick cape changes, a flexible breathing tube aids unobstructed head movement, and a soft neck seal with a durable nylon cape gives a comfortable seal around the neck. The head suspension is removable for quick cleaning, and the Astro Blast Helmet runs on supplied air (SAR). The Astro Blast Helmet includes eye protection and a bump cap, with cape options in nylon and leather, and a protection factor rated APF 1000+ / APF 40 / NPF500 / 4B.

The Astro Blast Helmet is built in an ISO 9001 facility and conforms to NIOSH (SAR Type C), CE/UKCA EN14594:2005 4B, AS/NZS 1716:2012 and PPE Regulations (EU and UK) 2016/425, the standards governing supplied-air respiratory protective equipment. Note that the Astro Respirator has been discontinued. Supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.

Astro Blast Helmet

The Astro™ Respirator is a classically designed flat lens blasting helmet which offers low lifetime maintenance and part replacement costs, providing unbeatable value without compromising safety.

  • Secure yet easy-to-remove cape attachment for quick replacement
  • Flexible breathing tube aids unobstructed head movement
  • Soft neck seal with a durable nylon cape for a comfortable seal around the neck
  • Removable head suspension allows for quick and easy cleaning
  • Compatible with supplied air
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When to use the Astro Blast Helmet

Specify the Astro respirator when an operator needs supplied-air head protection during abrasive blasting and you want low ongoing running costs. The flat-lens helmet is designed for low lifetime maintenance and part replacement costs without compromising safety, and runs on supplied air (SAR).

  • 1
    Low lifetime running cost
    Low maintenance and part replacement costs make it economical to keep in service over years of blasting rather than a helmet that is costly to maintain.
  • 2
    Quick cape replacement
    A secure yet easy-to-remove cape attachment lets you swap a worn cape fast, keeping the operator protected and back to work with minimal downtime. Nylon and leather cape options suit different duty.
  • 3
    Meets recognised standards
    It conforms to ISO 9001, NIOSH SAR Type C, CE/UKCA EN14594:2005, AS/NZS 1716:2012 and EU and UK PPE Regulations 2016/425, which matters wherever compliant respiratory protection is required.
  • 4
    Comfortable supplied-air seal
    A soft neck seal with a durable nylon cape, a flexible breathing tube and a removable head suspension give a comfortable seal and easy cleaning through long blasting sessions.
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Specifications

Product Features

Air supply
SAR
Accessories
N/A
Head Protection
Bump Cap
Hearing Protection
No
Eye Protection
Yes
Cape types
Nylon and Leather
Protection factor
APF 1000+ / APF 40 / NPF500 / 4B
ISO 9001
Yes
NIOSH
SAR Type C
CE/UKCA
EN14594:2005 4B
AS/NZS
1716:2012
PPE Regulations (EU)
2016/425
PPE Regulations (UK)
2016/425
Standards

Standards

ISO 9001
NIOSH
SAR Type C
CE/UKCA
EN14594:2005
4B
AS/NZS 1716:2012
PPE Regulations (EU)
2016/425
PPE Regulations (UK)
2016/425
Accessories

Accessories

MT02804Astro™ Visor Kit (Includes Strap and Screws)
MT02806Astro™ Cleat and Screws
MT02807Astro™ Window Gasket Seal
MT02808Astro™ Suspension Clips – Pack of 4
MT02809CEAstro™ Head Harness
MT0810Astro™ Inner Lens – Pack of 10
MT0810TAstro™ Tinted Lens – Pack of 10
MT02811015Astro™ Outer Lens – Pack 50
MT02812Astro™ Cape Cover Band
MT02813Astro™ Nylon Respirator Cape
MT02814Astro™ Leather Respirator Cape
MT02816Astro™ Tear-off Lens – Pack of 50
MT2021ASAR Breathing Tube with Adaptor for Nova 2000® / Astro™
MT2021BAir Breathing Tube for Nova 1®, Nova 2000®, Nova 3® & Astro™
MT03035Inlet Adaptor for Nova 2000® and Astro™
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Frequently asked questions

What air supply type does the Astro Blast Helmet use?

The Astro respirator uses a supplied air respirator (SAR) system, classified as NIOSH SAR Type C. A continuous external compressed air supply is required.

What protection factor does the Astro Blast Helmet provide?

The Astro carries a protection factor of APF 1000+ under the relevant classification, with NPF 500 and APF 40 also noted. It is CE/UKCA certified to EN14594:2005 4B.

What standards and certifications does the Astro Blast Helmet meet?

The helmet is certified to CE/UKCA EN14594:2005 4B, NIOSH SAR Type C, AS/NZS 1716:2012, and PPE Regulations (EU and UK) 2016/425. It is also manufactured under ISO 9001.

What head and eye protection does the Astro Blast Helmet provide?

The helmet includes a bump cap for head protection and a flat lens for eye protection. Hearing protection is not included. Cape options are available in nylon and leather.

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