Portwest PW50 Expertbase Black Safety Helmet

  • Polypropylene shell helmet with suspension harness
  • Ideal for electrical or construction work
  • Offers electrical insulation up to 1000Vac (1500Vdc)
  • Suspension harness and buckle improves fit 

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Portwest PW50 Expertbase Black Safety Helmet

Offering effective electrical insulation and protection from impacts, the Portwest PW50 Expertbase Black Safety Helmet is a versatile hard hat suitable for anything from construction to electrical work. It features a high density polypropylene shell for reliable protection against dropped objects and electrical insulation of up to 1000Vac.

Key Details

  • Helmet Code: PW50
  • EN 397
    • Suitable for temperatures down to -30°C / -20°C
    • Lateral deformation (the helmet will not move from side to side during wear)
    • 440V (short term accidental contact with leads or wires with voltage up to 440Vac)
  • Sizing Details: Adjustable strap (55cm - 62cm)

Safety Specifications of the Portwest PW50 Helmet

To ensure the Portwest PW50 is able to protect you from a number of risks, it has been tested to a series of safety standards. It has achieved the following safety classifications:

EN 397

  • Maintains performance down to -30°C / -20°C temperatures
  • Lateral deformation
  • Molten metal projectiles
  • 440V (short term accidental contact with leads or wires with voltage up to 440Vac)

EN 50365:2002

  • Electrical Test: Class 0

CE Category

  • CAT III

What Do These Standards Mean?

The Portwest PW50 is certified under a number of EN 397 standards. This means the helmet is able to protect the wearer from injury caused by falling objects, and that it will not move from side to side during wear. Additionally, it also meets requirements for protection against impacts in very low temperatures, from molten metal pieces hitting the helmet, and from brief, unintentional contact with live wires with up to 440Vac.

Its CE CAT III certification means it is suitable for wear in higher risk work environments.

Suitable for Freezing Conditions

The Portwest PW50 can be used in freezing conditions both indoors or outdoors, as it remains fully effective in temperatures as low as -30°C / -20°C. Additionally it can be paired with certain Portwest earmuffs (PW42 and PS42), so you won't have to sacrifice warmth for protection.

Protection from Overheating

The hard hat can be worn as easily in warm conditions as it can cold ones. It features a sweat band that helps to prevent overheating and that stops sweat before it can get into your eyes and impair vision. It is therefore a great piece of PPE for all kinds of adverse environments.

Uses of the Portwest PW50 Hard Hat

The Portwest PW50 Safety Helmet offer protection from a range of high level risks, and is suitable for use in both cold or warm environments. It can therefore be used in a number of professional applications where versatile, effective head protection is required, including:

  • Assembly
  • Building
  • Construction
  • Electronics
  • Engineering
  • Mechanics

Key Features of the Full Brim Helmet Hard Hat

  • Sturdy polypropylene shell helmet
  • Protects against impacts from dropped objects and molten metal projectiles
  • Offers electrical protection (EN 397 440V and EN 50365 up to 1000Vac /1500Vdc)
  • Suitable for use in both very cold or warm environments
  • Comes with a four point suspension harness
  • Buckle can be adjusted to the correct size
  • Sweat bands prevents overheating and keeps sweat out of the eyes

Sizing Information of the Portwest PW50 Hat

The Portwest PW50 Hat has a buckle that can be adjusted to suit the size of the user. It can achieve the circumference parameters of between 55 and 62cm.

Documentation of the Portwest PW50 Hard Hat

Conformity Statement User Instructions
PDF Conformity Statement for the Portwest PW50 Expertbase Black Safety Helmet PDF User Instructions for the Portwest PW50 Expertbase Black Safety Helmet

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