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Blue ratchet headgear with extender, dielectric protection

3M

3M 82516-00000 Headgear Ratchet HighHeat Blue with Extender

SKU CH-1DPM-HCA71

Blue ratchet headgear with extender fits 3M W-Series helmets for welding, grinding and electrical work

  • Color familyBlue
  • Product typePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Product colorBlue
  • Ratchet adjustment secures fit quickly
  • HighHeat design withstands elevated temperatures
  • Blue colour aids on-site identification
  • Extender included expands compatibility range
  • Dielectric protection insulates against electrical hazards

Product identity

3M 82516-00000 is a blue HighHeat headgear with ratchet adjustment and an extender, built as personal protective equipment for assembly, cleaning, demolition, electrical work, grinding, machine operations, painting, remediation, sanding and welding tasks.

Sustained-load behaviour

The dielectric-rated shell maintains its protective properties through extended exposure to high-heat environments and repeated impact cycles common in grinding, welding and demolition work. Ratchet suspension keeps fit consistent during long shifts without pressure-point fatigue.

Deciding specification

Compatibility is limited to the listed 3M W-Series face shields and Grainger part numbers including 293F60, 2ELX2, 2ELX5, 2ELX6, 2ELX7, 2ELY2, 2ELY8, 38W555, 38W556 and models W96, W96IR3, W96IR5, W96M, W96MW, WCP96, WCP96B, WCP96CG, WCP96G, WE96S, WE96X, WP96BAL, WP96C, WP96X, WP98. Buyers needing a different mounting system cannot use this headgear.

How it compares

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Price $23.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 370 comparable items (median $19.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand name3M
Product typePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Product colorBlue
Color familyBlue

Questions about this item

Does the blue 3M headgear become uncomfortable from heat during a full-day welding shift?

The HighHeat designation indicates the ratchet headgear is built for extended exposure to welding, grinding and similar hot processes without degrading or transferring excess heat to the wearer.

Which 3M face shields or welding helmets must I already own to mount this ratchet headgear?

It fits 3M W-Series models such as W96, W96IR3, W96IR5, W96M, W96MW, WCP96, WCP96B, WCP96CG, WCP96G, WE96S, WE96X, WP96BAL, WP96C, WP96X and WP98.

Will the extender on this headgear clear an older 3M W96 helmet shell I have kept in the shop?

Yes — the extender is designed for the W-Series family, so it aligns with the W96 and other listed compatible models without interference.

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