The ADF filter Evolution Vision 65F is an auto-darkening cartridge with UHD display for the Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65F and 65FM helmets and their air-fed versions. Light state shade 3, CUT mode shade 4-8 and WELD mode shade 9-14. Viewing area 65 x 96 mm, optical class 1/1/1/1 to EN 379. The CR2450 battery is not included.
Technical specifications
| Catalogue number | 87137 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Böhler Welding |
| Compatible with | Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, 65F Air, 65FM Air |
| Shades (DIN) | 3 (light state), 4-8 (CUT), 9-14 (WELD) |
| Auto-shade | no (auto-shade version: 87135) |
| ADF viewing area | 65 x 96 mm |
| Optical class (EN 379) | 1/1/1/1, UHD display |
| Delay | 0.1 to 0.85 s, 6 steps |
| Sensitivity | 6 steps |
| Switch-off | button or automatic after 30 min |
| ADF power supply | CR2450 battery (not included) |
| Operating temperature | -5 to +55 °C |
| Pack quantity | 1 pc. |
| Standards | EN 379:2003 + A1:2009, CE |
Who it is for
For Evolution Vision 65 owners replacing a damaged filter or keeping a spare on site or in the workshop. The manufacturer specifies it for MIG/MAG, TIG with inverters, MMA, AC/DC pulse welding and argon or helium shielding. The shade is set manually; if you want the filter to select it, choose Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution Vision 65FM auto-shade.
Key features
- UHD display and optical class 1/1/1/1 to EN 379, the top class in all 4 criteria.
- Light state shade 3, CUT mode shade 4-8 and WELD mode shade 9-14. Switch modes with the MODE button and the shade with the SHADE button.
- Delay in 6 steps from 0.1 to 0.85 s, sensitivity in 6 steps.
- Digital settings display with buttons on the bottom edge of the filter.
- Switched on with a button; switched off with the button or automatically after 30 minutes.
- Low battery indicator and quick-release filter held by two locking tabs.
- 65 x 96 mm viewing area, operating temperature -5 to +55 °C.
Differences between the Evolution Vision 65 filters
- This filter (87137), Evolution Vision 65F: CUT (shade 4-8) and WELD (shade 9-14) modes, shade set manually.
- Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution Vision 65FM auto-shade, Evolution Vision 65FM auto-shade: adds the AUTO mode, the filter selects the shade from the arc intensity, with +/-2 fine tuning.
- Böhler Welding ADF filter 65F 4 sensors, Evolution Vision, Evolution Vision 65F in the version with 4 arc sensors.
- Böhler Welding ADF filter 65FM 4 sensors auto-shade, Evolution Vision, Evolution Vision 65FM auto-shade in the version with 4 arc sensors.
All 4 filters fit the same helmets: Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, 65F Air and 65FM Air.
Compatible with
- Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65F auto-darkening flip-up welding helmet
- Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65FM auto-darkening helmet with auto-shade
- Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65F Air flip-up welding helmet for PAPR powered air systems and the Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65F Air Kit, flip-up welding helmet with Evolution Air PAPR kit
- Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65FM Air auto-shade welding helmet for PAPR powered air systems and the Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65FM Air Kit, auto-shade welding helmet with Evolution Air PAPR kit
Evolution V80 and V80M take different filters: Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution V80 and Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution V80M auto-shade. More spare parts are in the Welding helmet parts category.
Replacing the ADF filter Evolution Vision 65F and battery
- Lift the flip-up element and rest the helmet chin up to expose the bottom of the filter.
- Slide the two locking tabs into the middle and pull the filter out gently.
- To change the CR2450 battery Böhler Welding ADF battery CR2450 Guardian, Evolution Vision, Evolution V80, Laser Guard, slide the battery cover upwards. Mind the polarity.
- Slide the filter back along the tabs into the flip-up element and slide both tabs outwards.
- This is a good moment to change the inner lens Böhler Welding inner lens Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM (2 pcs); remove it with the plunger Böhler Welding inner lens plunger Guardian, Evolution, Laser Guard (2 pcs.). At the front the filter is protected by the Böhler Welding front cover lens Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M (5 pcs) lens.
Standards and certificates
Filter marking: CE 3/4-8/9-14 VA 1/1/1/1/379 EN379. Complies with EN 379:2003 + A1:2009 and PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425. The filter is not suitable for laser welding or oxy-acetylene gas welding.
Documents
- Evolution Vision 65F and 65FM instruction manual (PDF, multilingual)
- Evolution Vision info sheet (PDF, English)
- PPE and accessories catalogue 2023/24 (PDF, English)
Frequently asked questions
Is a battery included?
No. The filter is sold without the CR2450 battery Böhler Welding ADF battery CR2450 Guardian, Evolution Vision, Evolution V80, Laser Guard. A new Evolution Vision 65 helmet comes with 1 spare battery in the box.
Can I fit the 65FM filter into a 65F helmet?
Yes. The manufacturer catalogue lists both filters, 87137 and 87135, for the 65F, 65FM, 65F Air and 65FM Air helmets. The 65FM filter adds the AUTO mode.
Does it fit the Evolution V80?
No. The Evolution V80 has a 124 x 80 mm viewing area and its own filter, Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution V80.
How do I set the delay and sensitivity?
The DELAY button changes the delay, the SENSI button the sensitivity. Each press moves the setting up one step; after the last of the 6 steps it returns to the first.
When does the filter switch off?
Automatically after 30 minutes without use. You can also switch it off with the button.
