3M Speedglas G5VC welding filter 46-0000-30VC

3M Speedglas G5VC welding filter 46-0000-30VC

3M manufacturer code: 7100312465, model 46-0000-30VC

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Every welder sees the arc in their own way. With Variable Colour technology, the G5VC 46-0000-30VC filter offers three colour tones in the dark state: you keep the one that makes the weld pool and joint edges easiest for you to read. It moves from light state 3 to an adjustable welding shade from 8 to 14, with a separate cutting mode 5. Four sensors watch the arc and five sensitivity settings tune detection to your process. TAP control and the functions available through the 3M app make adjustments quick and simple. Sold as one filter, it renews the optics of a G5 helmet or equips a helmet supplied without a filter.

Features and benefits for the welder

• Variable Colour: 3 dark-state colour tones to suit your viewing preference.
• Wide welding range, from shade 8 to 14, with light state 3 and cutting mode 5.
• Adjustable detection thanks to 4 sensors and 5 sensitivity settings.
• Settings through TAP control and the 3M app over Bluetooth.
• Viewing area of 73 x 109 mm according to the instructions, to follow the weld comfortably.

Applications and assembly compatibility

The G5VC fits the G5-01 (RG501) helmet and the G5-03 Pro, Pro Air and E helmets. On the inside, it takes the 06-0200-40 anti-fog (RG5TW-VC) cover designed for G5TW and G5VC filters. On the outside, the G5 instructions list the 06-0200-51, 06-0200-52 and 06-0200-53 plates. It is a natural choice for metalworking and metal processing, where reading the joint makes the difference.

Specifications and applications

• Shape : Flat
• Recommended industries : Metal fabrication and processing
• Auto-darkening filter model : G5VC
• Number of sensors : 4
• Sensitivity : 5 settings (TIG>1 A, MIG/MAG and electrode welding)
• ADF technology : Natural Colour ; TAP ; Variable Colour
• Product type : Auto-darkening filters
• Lens type : Variable Colour (VC)
• Recommended applications : Metalworking
• Welding shades : 8 to 14
• Light state : 3
• Cutting mode : 5
• Viewing area : 73 x 109 mm (instructions) ; 71 x 108 mm (portal)
• Sensors : 4
• Darkening time : < 0.1 (23 °C) ms
• Recovery delay : 50 - 1300 ms
• Battery : CR2450N
• Published battery life : 1500 h
• Operating temperature : -5 to 55 °C
• Filter compatibility : G5-01 ; G5-03 Pro, Pro Air and E
• Power on : Automatic ; TAP ; Bluetooth

Fitting and checking 46-0000-30VC

Slide the G5VC into the welding shield seat as described in the helmet instructions, then refit the inside and outside covers. Next, set the shade, sensitivity and recovery delay, and run a check away from welding before striking an arc.

Care and replacement

Keep the sensors clean and replace the protection covers as soon as they scratch: they are changed separately and preserve the filter. The G5VC runs on a CR2450N battery, with a published battery life of 1500 h. If the filter darkens poorly, check the battery and settings first, then follow the troubleshooting steps in the instructions.

Safe use

This filter is not suitable for laser welding or cutting, or for processes requiring a shade greater than 14.

Choose the shade for the process and current, following the chart in the instructions. If the filter does not darken correctly, stop welding and check it before resuming.

FAQ: the 46-0000-30VC part

What does Variable Colour bring to the G5VC?

It lets you choose among 3 colour tones in the dark state. Each welder can set the image of the arc to their preference and the job at hand.

Which shades does this filter offer?

Light state 3, welding shades 8 to 14 and cutting mode 5. Set the shade according to the process and current of your work.

Is the G5VC compatible with my helmet?

It is designed for the G5-01 helmet and the G5-03 Pro, Pro Air and E helmets. Identify your helmet model before placing an order.

Which protection covers go with this filter?

On the inside, the 06-0200-40 anti-fog cover. On the outside, one of the 06-0200-51, 06-0200-52 or 06-0200-53 plates described in the G5 instructions.

Does the filter come with a helmet?

No, the G5VC is sold on its own, as one unit. It fits a compatible helmet supplied without a filter, or replaces optics that need renewing.

Complementary suggestions

The G5VC filter mounts on the G5-01 used with the Adflo powered air-purifying system; under the helmet, the welder wears SecureFit SF401 glasses (YASF401) and a flame-resistant neck gaiter (V313). Endura split-leather gloves (G603), an H10B neckband earmuff (OPH10B) and a navy flame-resistant FR-Tech shirt (V131) complete the outfit. Before starting, adjust this equipment to your work clothing and inspect its condition while preparing the welding station.

This filter equips the G5-01 (RG501) helmet. When maintaining the same assembly, check the anti-fog (RG5TW-VC) plate behind the filter and the hard-coat (R06-0200-52) plate in front of it. The inner grinding visor (R46-0700-51) and the ratchet headgear (R46-0400-54) complete the components to examine when preparing the helmet for its next job.

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