User Guide

Product Description

The CATU MO-286 is a specialized, standalone Arc-Flash face shield designed specifically for electricians and technicians requiring protection against the thermal effects of short-circuit electric arcs. Unlike traditional visors that mount directly to hard hats, the MO-286 features an integrated headband adjustment system, allowing it to be worn securely without a safety helmet.

In professional environments where full head protection (bump or impact) is not strictly mandated but arc flash risks are present, such as low-voltage panel inspections or indoor switching, this face shield provides critical localized defence. The clear, treated screen protects the face and eyes from the intense heat, blinding light, and flying debris associated with Class 1 (APC 1) electric arc events.

Key Features

• Integrated Headband: Designed to be worn without a hard hat, featuring a ratchet-style adjustment system for a secure, customized fit.

• Thermal Arc Protection: Specifically engineered to shield the face and eyes from the severe thermal energy released during a short-circuit electric arc.

• Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog Coating: The visor is treated to resist surface scratching during transport/storage and prevents interior fogging during extended use or high-exertion tasks.

• Comprehensive Coverage: Features a generous screen height of 20.5 cm to provide extensive vertical coverage of the face and neck.

• Certified Safety Standards: Meets rigorous international arc flash and optical standards, including GS-ET-29 (APC 1), EN 166, EN 170 (2C-1.2 CATU 1 B 8-1-0 3), and ANSI Z87.1.

Ideal For

• Electrical Maintenance: Technicians performing diagnostics, meter readings, or inspections on energized low-voltage panels where arc flash is a risk but hard hats are not required.

• Industrial Electricians: Working in tight indoor environments (like electrical closets or server rooms) where helmet visors may be too bulky.

• Battery & HEV Servicing: Mechanics working on Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (HEV) high-voltage systems requiring Class 1 face protection.

Common Questions

Q: Does this face shield protect against impacts?
A: Yes, it meets EN 166 and ANSI Z87.1 optical and impact standards (specifically marked 'B' under EN 166 for medium energy impact resistance), protecting against flying debris often associated with arc blasts.

Q: Can I wear safety glasses or prescription glasses underneath?
A: Yes, the design of the face shield provides adequate standoff distance from the face, allowing technicians to wear standard safety glasses or prescription eyewear comfortably underneath the visor.

Q: What does APC 1 mean?
A: APC 1 (Arc Protection Class 1) refers to the European GS-ET-29 standard. It means the face shield has been tested and proven to protect the user against an electric arc generated by a 4 kA short-circuit current for 500 milliseconds.

Search Keywords: CATU MO-286, arc flash face shield, APC 1 visor, electrician face shield, electrical safety PPE, headband arc shield, EN 166 face shield, hybrid vehicle PPE