The ADF filter Evolution Vision 65FM is an auto-darkening cartridge with UHD display and auto-shade mode for the Böhler Welding Evolution Vision 65F and 65FM helmets and their air-fed versions. In AUTO mode the filter detects the intensity of the arc and selects the shade itself; you fine tune it by +/-2. Light state shade 3, manual CUT mode shade 4-8 and WELD mode shade 9-14, viewing area 65 x 96 mm. The CR2450 battery is not included.
Technical specifications
| Catalogue number | 87135 |
|---|---|
| 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 | yes, +/-2 fine tuning |
| 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 welders who switch between processes and currents during a shift and do not want to readjust the shade every time. You can return to manual mode at any time. The manufacturer specifies the filter for MIG/MAG, TIG with inverters, MMA, AC/DC pulse welding and argon or helium shielding.
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, plus AUTO mode with automatic shade selection and +/-2 fine tuning.
- 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
- Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution Vision 65F, Evolution Vision 65F: CUT (shade 4-8) and WELD (shade 9-14) modes, shade set manually.
- This filter (87135), 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 65FM 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
How does auto-shade work?
Select AUTO with the MODE button. The filter detects the arc intensity and selects the shade; with the SHADE button you shift it by +/-2 levels.
Can I fit this filter into a 65F helmet?
Yes. The manufacturer catalogue lists filter 87135 for the 65F, 65FM, 65F Air and 65FM Air helmets, so you get auto-shade in a 65F as well.
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.
What should I do when the battery indicator flashes?
Replace the CR2450 battery Böhler Welding ADF battery CR2450 Guardian, Evolution Vision, Evolution V80, Laser Guard as soon as possible. You reach it after taking the filter out of the flip-up element and sliding the battery cover upwards.
Does it fit the Evolution V80M?
No. The Evolution V80M has a 124 x 80 mm viewing area and its own auto-shade filter, Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution V80M auto-shade.
