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MSA V-Gard front brim hard hat in hi-vis orange with pinlock suspension

MSA

MSA 488148 Front Brim Hard Hat Pinlock Hi-Viz Orange Personal Protective Equipment

SKU CH-MR6V-BSKER MPN 488148

Front-brim hard hat with pinlock suspension, hi-viz orange polyethylene shell and side slots meets ANSI Z89.1 2014 and CSA Z94.1 2015 standards

  • Main materialPolyethylene
  • ANSI Type 1 Class E impact protection meets 2014 and 2015 standards
  • Pinlock 4-point suspension gives secure adjustable fit
  • High-visibility orange colour improves on-site visibility
  • Polyethylene shell provides lightweight durable head protection
  • Side accessory slots allow attachment of hearing or face protection

Product Identity

The MSA 488148 is a front-brim hard hat built for workers who need Type 1, Class E head protection in high-visibility orange. It suits construction crews, utility teams and industrial sites where electrical hazard resistance and daytime conspicuity are required.

Decisive Specification

The pinlock suspension adjusts to fit hat sizes 6-1/2 through 8 and locks with a four-point harness that meets ANSI Z 89.1 -2014 and CSA Z 94.1 -2015. Buyers who need a ratchet-adjustment system or a vented shell should choose a different model.

Installation Reality

Side slots accept standard accessory mounts for face shields or hearing protection without tools. The polyethylene shell resists cracking in cold weather, but the non-vented design can trap heat during extended wear in direct sun.

How it compares

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 5,612 comparable items (median $24.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSA
Model name488148
Size & build
Main materialPolyethylene

Questions about this item

What does the ANSI Type 1 Class E rating mean for daily use?

ANSI Type 1 Class E means the shell protects against top impact and is tested to 20 000 volts electrical insulation for work near live conductors.

How do the side accessory slots work with other gear?

The moulded side slots accept standard MSA faceshields, earmuffs and lamp brackets that slide into the same slot profile used across the V-Gard range.

What head sizes does the pin-lock suspension adjust to fit?

The four-point pin-lock suspension adjusts to fit head sizes from 6-1/2 through 8 by moving the pins into the matching holes on the suspension straps.

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