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5th April 2015, 12:21 PM #1SENIOR MEMBER
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What brand and / model of Ear Muffs to buy?
Hi
I have a few earmuffs that I have used over the last few years but am now wanting the best I can get.
My dad suffers with Tinnitus in the ears so I know all about hearing problems from exposure to loud noise etc.
I have also read up and that it is recommend to buy earmuffs that are Class 5 and that are between 29 - 35db
What brand and if possible, what model does anyone recommend?
If it costs alot then so be it, doesn't concern me, I just want proper protection.
Cheers and thanks in advance.Last edited by Arry; 5th April 2015 at 12:36 PM. Reason: Apologies posted in wrong forum, how do I move it
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5th April 2015, 12:40 PM #2.
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Peltor H10A or behind the neck version H10B.
You can get these on line or Protector Allsafe stock them
I have 4 pairs, 2 in the shed, one at t hen mens shed and 1 in the car along with my chainsaw gear.
The degree to which a set of muffs can be taken seriously is the provision of spectral data.
This is the Noise Reduction Ratio (NNR) for a range of frequencies.
If a set of muffs does not provide this at least on their website then I would not consider them.
They do have a high side pressure but that is necessary to achieve the NRR. Any muff that does not grasp the side of the head firmly simply won't be achieving the same NRR.
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5th April 2015, 12:44 PM #3SENIOR MEMBER
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5th April 2015, 01:36 PM #4
Another thumbs up for Peltor.
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5th April 2015, 02:08 PM #5
And me as well, is the only one I buy.
Use both the H10A & H10BCheers
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5th April 2015, 02:29 PM #6SENIOR MEMBER
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Cheers guys
What do you think of this one:
Quick look on Amazon and this seems to be their latest product?
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Peltor-X-Se...y_indust_img_z
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5th April 2015, 07:13 PM #7GOLD MEMBER
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I have 2 pairs of sorridin not sure if it's spelt right? About $40.
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5th April 2015, 07:28 PM #8.
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The X-series have been around for a while and have a softer head band pressure which is why the 10H series are 2 dB better than the X-series
2 bB doesn't sound like much but given that 3 dB is equal to a factor of two difference in sound power then 2 dN is more than you think.
If it was a cheap pair of muffs I wouldn't trust the ratings anyway but given that it's a reliable name then 2 dB actually means something.
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5th April 2015, 08:16 PM #9GOLD MEMBER
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I use Peltor H10A, and sometimes with earplugs. I recommend them.
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5th April 2015, 10:20 PM #10
I love my Peltors!
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8th April 2015, 01:53 PM #11Senior Member
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Another one for Peltor, however they can become uncomfortable in summer (when I use ear plugs)
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10th April 2015, 09:22 PM #12Senior Member
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My Peltor 10B grip my head so firmly they give me a headache so I only wear them sometimes and even then I can't wait to get them off. Some people would say better a headache than deafness but I'd rather get a pair with good protection and comfort. I can't see why you can't have both.
Graeme
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10th April 2015, 10:00 PM #13
I have noticed that you have asked about earmuffs in the woodturning section.
I hope you are not wearing earmuffs while woodturning.
It is the one area where you need all your senses aware of what you are doing.
You need to be able to hear what is going on at all times.
The need for earmuffs for routing , using saws or any other noisy type of equipment is a certain need.
Tinitus is also a breathing problem where the person does not allow air to flow through the ears, nose and mouth, you need to learn to try and keep your mouth open at all times to allow the flow of air .Jim Carroll
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10th April 2015, 10:27 PM #14GOLD MEMBER
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I have to wear ear protection when turning at work due to the CNC machine that runs most of the day.
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14th April 2015, 06:41 PM #15GOLD MEMBER
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I really like my Husqvarna earmuffs. They have a FM radio built into them. Husqvarna claims that the radio volume which is adjustable is not enough to damage your hearing(even at the highest setting). While the muff part of em blocks the outside noise. Only downside is that they don't get AM frequency which the cricket and footy are generally broadcast on around here.
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