The EOD helmet is made from a sandwich construction system developed by and unique to the company and is fully adjustable by means of the three-point suspension.
Incorporated in the helmet is the facility for a communication set consisting of two headphones with one microphone and extension lead for attachment to any VHF radio transceiver.
Also incorporated in the helmet is an Air Ventilation system, which directs the flow of, forced fresh air over the top of the helmet liner, across the visor and down over the operator’s face ensuring efficient demisting and clear view.
This system can be used in conjunction with a canister (NBC or chemical) configuration.
Protection Performance: Helmet 600 m/s Stanag 17 grain (1.1) fragment simulator and visor 700m/s.
Ventilation and Demisting:
This is provided by a helmet mounted fan. Maximum capacity: 250 liters/min.
Controls: Single knob On/Off plus 3 speeds. This is operator accessible in a custom built pocket on the suit.
Weight 4.7kg
Communications:
The helmet has a built in speaker and microphone on the right hand side .An external socket is provided for connection to a wireless or hardwire system.
The hardwire communications system is designed specifically for EOD teams using EOD bomb disposal suits. The system provides communication between the bomb disposal operator and his back-up and consists of a plug which connects to the helmet's inbuilt earpiece and microphone, 100m of twisted cable mounted on a spool, a headset, speaker/amplifier and carry bag.