FAQs Archive

New CAT40 Series Hood Configuration

What hood window do I purchase for my Oberon™ CAT40 series hood? Oberon™ has upgraded the CAT40 series hood configuration from button holes with hood pins to snap fasteners. To order a replacement hood window, please consider the following information: Hood windows for CAT40 hoods manufactured prior to March 6, 2023 will need to order Oberon SKU#CAT40AFH. Hood windows for CAT40 hoods manufactured on or after March 6, 2023 will need to order Oberon SKU#TCG40AFH. OLD - CAT40 hood with button holes and hood pins NEW...

Posted By Zac TwightPost Date: February 14, 2023

How do I disassemble an Oberon Arc Flash Hood?

Step 1: Remove all optional accessories. Step 2: Remove the hard cap by carefully pushing in on the slot adapter clips. Step 3: Unsnap the front of the shield from the hood. Step 4: Flip the hood inside out and unzip the bladder from left to right. The following video is a step by step guide to disassembling the Oberon Arc Flash Hood.

Posted By Blake HirschmannPost Date: June 20, 2022

How should I cool the packs inside the Cooling Vest?

Place the Oberon Cooling Vest cooling packs in ice water or a refrigerator until they feel cool (approximately 1 hour). Do not freeze the packs as this will make them hard and uncomfortable to wear as well as excessively cold. The cooling packs should provide cooling to the body for approximately two hours. In extreme heat conditions or with heavy exertion, the duration of the packs may be reduced. When worn properly, the packs should feel cool at first. Your...

Posted By Blake HirschmannPost Date: June 16, 2022

When discussing arc flash face shields what causes astigmatism?

The optical quality of an arc flash face shield has many variables that need to be considered. A few of the most important terms and definitions are listed below. Prismatic Power and Imbalance Prismatic power is defined as any the deviation of a ray of light through a specified point on a lens. Prism in a face shield can be produced when the front surface is not parallel to the back surface. When light passes through the prism, the object viewed appears...

Posted By Zac TwightPost Date: May 12, 2022

How do I know what size to get?

We have a size chart on our website that will show you how to choose the right size. Please visit our sizing chart page HERE.