External controls switch grind mode and shade settings without removing the helmet, reducing workflow interruptions.
50 × 100 mm viewing area keeps puddle and joint edges visible, improving bead placement in tight weld positions.
DESCRIPTION
FABCORE X DECISION GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS
ACCESSORIES
WARRANTY
DOCUMENTS
SHIPPING
WHY BUY FROM US
DESCRIPTION
Optrel Sphere Series e684 Welding Helmet (Black)
Product # 1006.501
Includes: Optrel e684 welding helmet, Headgear, 2 x CR2032 batteries, Operating instructions Does Not Include: Replacement cover lenses, Respiratory protection system
Auto darkening welding helmet designed for fabrication shops, maintenance welding, and multi process welding environments.
The Optrel e684 welding helmet uses an automatic darkening filter with adaptive shade adjustment that responds to welding arc brightness. The helmet can automatically adjust the filter shade level during welding and also allows manual shade selection when needed.
External controls allow welders to change shade settings or activate grinding mode without removing the helmet. Adjustable sensitivity and delay controls allow the filter response to be matched to different welding environments and processes.
KEY FEATURES Viewing Area: 50 x 100 mm ADF Size: 90 x 110 x 7 mm Shade Range: DIN 9 to DIN 13 active Light State: DIN 4 Sensors: 3 arc sensors Power Supply: Solar cells with 2 x CR2032 replaceable batteries Switching Time: 0.170 ms light to dark at room temperature Dark To Light Delay: 0.1 s to 2.0 s adjustable Grinding Mode: Yes Weight: 500 g
USED FOR
Fabrication and welding shops
MIG, TIG, and stick welding
Welders who switch between welding and grinding tasks
General purpose welding environments
NOT FOR
Laser welding
Supplied air respiratory protection environments
Extreme temperature foundry environments
APPLICATIONS
Stick Welding (SMAW)
MIG Welding (GMAW)
Flux Cored Wire Welding
TIG Welding (GTAW)
Plasma Arc Welding
Micro Plasma Arc Welding
Plasma Cutting
FABCORE X DECISION GUIDE
The Optrel e684 welding helmet is designed for welders who want automatic shade adjustment during welding. The adaptive shade system responds to arc brightness and adjusts the filter shade automatically during operation.
External controls allow welders to change settings or activate grinding mode without removing the helmet. This helmet is commonly used in fabrication shops and maintenance environments where multiple welding processes are performed.
Is This Helmet Right For You
You perform MIG, TIG, or stick welding
You want automatic shade adjustment based on arc brightness
You want external controls for welding and grinding settings
You work in fabrication or maintenance welding environments
You May Need A Different Helmet If
You require supplied air respiratory protection
You perform laser welding
You require a helmet designed for extreme heat environments
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Specifications for the Optrel Sphere Series e684 Welding Helmet (Black)
ADF Size: 90 x 110 x 7 mm Viewing Area: 50 x 100 mm Light State: DIN 4 Active Shade Range: DIN 9 to DIN 13 Power Supply: Solar cells with 2 x CR2032 replaceable batteries Battery Life: Approximately 3000 operating hours Sensors: 3 arc sensors Switching Time Light To Dark: 0.170 ms at room temperature Switching Time High Temperature: 0.110 ms at 55°C Dark To Light Delay: 0.1 s to 2.0 s adjustable Optical Classification EN379: 1 / 1 / 1 / 1 Impact Classification EN175: B (120 m/s impact resistance) Eye Protection: Ultraviolet and infrared protection across the full shade range Operating Temperature: -10°C to +70°C Total Weight: 500 g
ACCESSORIES
Optrel Sphere Series e684 Welding Helmet Package Includes
Optrel e684 welding helmet
Headgear
2 x CR2032 batteries
Operating instructions
WARRANTY
Warranty
2 year manufacturer warranty with additional 1 year warranty extension if the product is registered within the first 6 months (excluding batteries)
Products sold on FabCore X Supply are fulfilled through our authorized U.S.-based distribution network.
Please keep all shipping cartons and packaging materials until you have fully inspected your order and confirmed that the products are in acceptable condition.
Orders may arrive in multiple shipments from different warehouse locations depending on product availability and warehouse location.
Processing & Delivery Timeframes
Processing Time:
1–2 business days
Standard Parcel Transit Time (Continental U.S.):
3–7 business days
Freight Transit Time:
5–10 business days
Delivery timeframes are estimates only and are not guaranteed.
Shipping Methods & Carrier Delays
Orders ship via major carriers including USPS, UPS, and LTL freight carriers.
Carrier delivery estimates are service goals and may be impacted by factors outside our control, including:
Severe weather or natural events
Holiday or peak shipping volume
Transportation or facility disruptions
Address or routing errors
Local carrier processing delays
USPS Priority Mail timeframes are not guaranteed delivery dates. UPS and freight carriers may also experience similar delays.
Free Shipping Policy
Most orders over $100 USD qualify for free shipping.
Exclusions: Products weighing over 69 lbs or requiring palletized freight shipment are excluded from free shipping and are subject to freight charges.
Freight Shipping
Large or heavy products that exceed standard carrier weight or size limits (over 69 lbs) ship via truck freight and may arrive shrink-wrapped on a pallet.
Freight Shipping Fee
Freight shipments ship for a flat fee of $250.00 when delivered to:
A commercial address with forklift or loading dock access, or
A freight terminal for customer pickup.
Residential Freight Deliveries
Freight shipments can be delivered to residential addresses; however, additional carrier accessorial fees apply.
Examples of accessorial charges include:
Residential delivery surcharge
Liftgate service
Limited access delivery fees
Appointment delivery or re-delivery charges
Customers shipping to residential addresses will be contacted by Customer Service if additional freight charges apply.
Someone must be present to sign for and accept delivery of all freight shipments.
If liftgate service is declined but used at delivery, the customer is responsible for the additional carrier charge.
Additional Freight Items
Items purchased separately from machines or palletized equipment incur an additional $250 freight shipping fee when shipped to a commercial address.
When delivered to a residential address, customers are responsible for all applicable freight and accessorial charges.
Freight Delivery Inspection & Damage Policy
All freight shipments leave our suppliers’ facilities in good condition.
Risk of loss transfers upon confirmed delivery in accordance with carrier documentation. We assist customers with delivery-related issues in accordance with our published policies.
To protect yourself:
Inspect all shipments immediately upon delivery.
If possible, inspect the contents while the driver is present.
Note any visible damage or missing items on the delivery receipt before signing.
For freight terminal pickups (“Hold for Pickup” shipments), inspect the shipment before leaving the terminal. Damage not noted at pickup may be denied by the carrier.
We are happy to assist customers with freight claims when possible; however, freight claims are ultimately handled by the carrier.
FabCore X Supply 6108 Tiffield Way Wake Forest, NC 27587 Email: sales@fabcorexsupply.com Phone: (919) 435-2799
WHY BUY FROM US
Why Buy From Us
We understand you have many options when purchasing equipment. At FabCore X Supply, our goal is to provide a reliable, transparent, and professional buying experience for every customer.
Here’s what you can expect when you shop with us:
✔ Competitive Pricing & Price Match
We work closely with authorized manufacturers and distribution partners to offer competitive pricing. If you find the same product advertised for less by an eligible authorized retailer, we’ll review your request through our Price Match Policy.
✔ Clear & Fair Returns
We offer a 30-day return window on eligible products. Returns are processed in accordance with our published return policy.
✔ Knowledgeable Customer Support
Our team is committed to helping customers choose the right equipment and providing support throughout the ordering and delivery process.
✔ Quality Products from Authorized Sources
All products on our site are sourced from authorized manufacturers and distributors. We carefully select products based on quality, reliability, and performance standards. (See List of Authorized Suppliers)
✔ Reliable Fulfillment
Orders are processed and fulfilled through our authorized U.S. distribution partners to help ensure proper handling and dependable delivery.
FabCore X Supply 6108 Tiffield Way Wake Forest, NC 27587 Email: sales@fabcorexsupply.com Phone: (919) 435-2799
Includes: Optrel e684 welding helmet, Headgear, 2 x CR2032 batteries, Operating instructions Does Not Include: Replacement cover lenses, Respiratory protection system
Auto darkening welding helmet designed for fabrication shops, maintenance welding, and multi process welding environments.
The Optrel e684 welding helmet uses an automatic darkening filter with adaptive shade adjustment that responds to welding arc brightness. The helmet can automatically adjust the filter shade level during welding and also allows manual shade selection when needed.
External controls allow welders to change shade settings or activate grinding mode without removing the helmet. Adjustable sensitivity and delay controls allow the filter response to be matched to different welding environments and processes.
KEY FEATURES Viewing Area: 50 x 100 mm ADF Size: 90 x 110 x 7 mm Shade Range: DIN 9 to DIN 13 active Light State: DIN 4 Sensors: 3 arc sensors Power Supply: Solar cells with 2 x CR2032 replaceable batteries Switching Time: 0.170 ms light to dark at room temperature Dark To Light Delay: 0.1 s to 2.0 s adjustable Grinding Mode: Yes Weight: 500 g
USED FOR
Fabrication and welding shops
MIG, TIG, and stick welding
Welders who switch between welding and grinding tasks
General purpose welding environments
NOT FOR
Laser welding
Supplied air respiratory protection environments
Extreme temperature foundry environments
APPLICATIONS
Stick Welding (SMAW)
MIG Welding (GMAW)
Flux Cored Wire Welding
TIG Welding (GTAW)
Plasma Arc Welding
Micro Plasma Arc Welding
Plasma Cutting
FABCORE X DECISION GUIDE
The Optrel e684 welding helmet is designed for welders who want automatic shade adjustment during welding. The adaptive shade system responds to arc brightness and adjusts the filter shade automatically during operation.
External controls allow welders to change settings or activate grinding mode without removing the helmet. This helmet is commonly used in fabrication shops and maintenance environments where multiple welding processes are performed.
Is This Helmet Right For You
You perform MIG, TIG, or stick welding
You want automatic shade adjustment based on arc brightness
You want external controls for welding and grinding settings
You work in fabrication or maintenance welding environments
You May Need A Different Helmet If
You require supplied air respiratory protection
You perform laser welding
You require a helmet designed for extreme heat environments
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Specifications for the Optrel Sphere Series e684 Welding Helmet (Black)
ADF Size: 90 x 110 x 7 mm Viewing Area: 50 x 100 mm Light State: DIN 4 Active Shade Range: DIN 9 to DIN 13 Power Supply: Solar cells with 2 x CR2032 replaceable batteries Battery Life: Approximately 3000 operating hours Sensors: 3 arc sensors Switching Time Light To Dark: 0.170 ms at room temperature Switching Time High Temperature: 0.110 ms at 55°C Dark To Light Delay: 0.1 s to 2.0 s adjustable Optical Classification EN379: 1 / 1 / 1 / 1 Impact Classification EN175: B (120 m/s impact resistance) Eye Protection: Ultraviolet and infrared protection across the full shade range Operating Temperature: -10°C to +70°C Total Weight: 500 g
ACCESSORIES
Optrel Sphere Series e684 Welding Helmet Package Includes
Optrel e684 welding helmet
Headgear
2 x CR2032 batteries
Operating instructions
WARRANTY
Warranty
2 year manufacturer warranty with additional 1 year warranty extension if the product is registered within the first 6 months (excluding batteries)
Products sold on FabCore X Supply are fulfilled through our authorized U.S.-based distribution network.
Please keep all shipping cartons and packaging materials until you have fully inspected your order and confirmed that the products are in acceptable condition.
Orders may arrive in multiple shipments from different warehouse locations depending on product availability and warehouse location.
Processing & Delivery Timeframes
Processing Time:
1–2 business days
Standard Parcel Transit Time (Continental U.S.):
3–7 business days
Freight Transit Time:
5–10 business days
Delivery timeframes are estimates only and are not guaranteed.
Shipping Methods & Carrier Delays
Orders ship via major carriers including USPS, UPS, and LTL freight carriers.
Carrier delivery estimates are service goals and may be impacted by factors outside our control, including:
Severe weather or natural events
Holiday or peak shipping volume
Transportation or facility disruptions
Address or routing errors
Local carrier processing delays
USPS Priority Mail timeframes are not guaranteed delivery dates. UPS and freight carriers may also experience similar delays.
Free Shipping Policy
Most orders over $100 USD qualify for free shipping.
Exclusions: Products weighing over 69 lbs or requiring palletized freight shipment are excluded from free shipping and are subject to freight charges.
Freight Shipping
Large or heavy products that exceed standard carrier weight or size limits (over 69 lbs) ship via truck freight and may arrive shrink-wrapped on a pallet.
Freight Shipping Fee
Freight shipments ship for a flat fee of $250.00 when delivered to:
A commercial address with forklift or loading dock access, or
A freight terminal for customer pickup.
Residential Freight Deliveries
Freight shipments can be delivered to residential addresses; however, additional carrier accessorial fees apply.
Examples of accessorial charges include:
Residential delivery surcharge
Liftgate service
Limited access delivery fees
Appointment delivery or re-delivery charges
Customers shipping to residential addresses will be contacted by Customer Service if additional freight charges apply.
Someone must be present to sign for and accept delivery of all freight shipments.
If liftgate service is declined but used at delivery, the customer is responsible for the additional carrier charge.
Additional Freight Items
Items purchased separately from machines or palletized equipment incur an additional $250 freight shipping fee when shipped to a commercial address.
When delivered to a residential address, customers are responsible for all applicable freight and accessorial charges.
Freight Delivery Inspection & Damage Policy
All freight shipments leave our suppliers’ facilities in good condition.
Risk of loss transfers upon confirmed delivery in accordance with carrier documentation. We assist customers with delivery-related issues in accordance with our published policies.
To protect yourself:
Inspect all shipments immediately upon delivery.
If possible, inspect the contents while the driver is present.
Note any visible damage or missing items on the delivery receipt before signing.
For freight terminal pickups (“Hold for Pickup” shipments), inspect the shipment before leaving the terminal. Damage not noted at pickup may be denied by the carrier.
We are happy to assist customers with freight claims when possible; however, freight claims are ultimately handled by the carrier.
FabCore X Supply 6108 Tiffield Way Wake Forest, NC 27587 Email: sales@fabcorexsupply.com Phone: (919) 435-2799
WHY BUY FROM US
Why Buy From Us
We understand you have many options when purchasing equipment. At FabCore X Supply, our goal is to provide a reliable, transparent, and professional buying experience for every customer.
Here’s what you can expect when you shop with us:
✔ Competitive Pricing & Price Match
We work closely with authorized manufacturers and distribution partners to offer competitive pricing. If you find the same product advertised for less by an eligible authorized retailer, we’ll review your request through our Price Match Policy.
✔ Clear & Fair Returns
We offer a 30-day return window on eligible products. Returns are processed in accordance with our published return policy.
✔ Knowledgeable Customer Support
Our team is committed to helping customers choose the right equipment and providing support throughout the ordering and delivery process.
✔ Quality Products from Authorized Sources
All products on our site are sourced from authorized manufacturers and distributors. We carefully select products based on quality, reliability, and performance standards. (See List of Authorized Suppliers)
✔ Reliable Fulfillment
Orders are processed and fulfilled through our authorized U.S. distribution partners to help ensure proper handling and dependable delivery.
FabCore X Supply 6108 Tiffield Way Wake Forest, NC 27587 Email: sales@fabcorexsupply.com Phone: (919) 435-2799
