The Evolution V80M welding helmet is the Evolution V80 version with auto-shade and extended delay functions. The ADF has a 124 x 80 mm viewing area, light state shade 2.5, dark ranges of shade 4 to 8 and 9 to 14 adjustable in 0.5 steps and a V1 + TIG rating to ISO 16321-2. In AUTO mode it selects the shade according to the arc intensity, with a correction of 2 shades up or down.
Technical specifications
| Catalogue number | 89070 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Böhler Welding |
| Model | Evolution V80M |
| Type | auto-darkening helmet with auto-shade |
| Colour | matt blue |
| Shades (DIN) | light 2.5, dark 4-8 and 9-14, 0.5 steps |
| Filter modes | WELD, CUT, AUTO (+/- 2), Shade Lock, GRIND |
| Delay functions | 0.1-0.85 s (6 steps), Tack, 2-Step, smooth delay |
| ADF viewing area | 124 x 80 mm |
| Optical class (ISO 16321-2) | V1 + TIG |
| Arc sensors | 4, plus 2 AUTO mode sensors |
| ADF power supply | 2 x CR2450, up to 2500 h |
| On/off | button, standby after 30 min of inactivity |
| Operating temperature | -5 to +55 °C |
| Pack quantity | 1 pc. |
| Standards | ISO 16321, EN 166, CE, AS/NZS 1337.1, AS/NZS 1338.1 |
Who it is for
- Welders who change current or process during a shift or move between welding, cutting and grinding: AUTO, Shade Lock and GRIND reduce manual filter changes.
- Tack welding and short welds: Tack mode keeps the filter semi-dark between spots, while 2-Step and smooth delay soften the change from dark to light.
- MIG/MAG, TIG, stick, plasma cutting and grinding in one helmet, with a large viewing area for heavy duty work.
- Work in low light: the settings display is backlit.
What makes the Evolution V80M welding helmet different
- AUTO mode: the filter sets the shade to the arc intensity, and you correct it by 2 shades with the SHADE button; 4 arc sensors plus 2 auto sensors.
- Shade Lock: the filter stays locked at a chosen shade from 4 to 14 (in 0.5 steps) and acts as a passive filter.
- Delay functions: standard delay 0.1 to 0.85 s in 6 steps, Tack (semi-dark between spots, clear after 2 s without arc), 2-Step (opening in 2 stages with adjustable durations) and smooth delay. The manufacturer states these functions reduce eye fatigue.
- 124 x 80 mm viewing area, described by the manufacturer as the largest on the market, light state shade 2.5.
- UHD display rated V1 + TIG to ISO 16321-2 and amber True Colour technology with reduced blue light transmission.
- GRIND button on the side of the shell for grinding without taking the helmet off.
- Two CR2450 batteries for 2500 hours, low battery indicator, standby after 30 minutes of inactivity.
- Evolution Vision headgear with 4 balancing straps and 3 adjustment straps, size adjustment by knob and height and angle adjustment; neck padding and front sweatband.
In the box
- Evolution V80M welding helmet, assembled, with auto-shade ADF
- 3 front cover lenses
- Helmet pouch in which the helmet is packed
- Instruction manual, all in a branded box
Consumables and spare parts
- Böhler Welding front cover lens Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M (5 pcs): front cover lens, shared with the Evolution V80 and Evolution Vision 65.
- Böhler Welding inner lens Evolution V80, V80M (2 pcs): inner lens for the V80 and V80M.
- Böhler Welding ADF auto-darkening filter Evolution V80M auto-shade: spare Evolution V80M auto-shade ADF, supplied without battery.
- Böhler Welding ADF battery CR2450 Guardian, Evolution Vision, Evolution V80, Laser Guard: battery for the filter (it takes two) and Böhler Welding battery retainer Evolution V80, V80M: battery retainer.
- Böhler Welding dioptre adapter Evolution V80, V80M: dioptre adapter; lenses: Böhler Welding magnifying lens (dioptre) +1.0 for welding helmets, Böhler Welding magnifying lens (dioptre) +1.5 for welding helmets, Böhler Welding magnifying lens (dioptre) +2.0 for welding helmets, Böhler Welding magnifying lens (dioptre) +2.5 for welding helmets.
- Böhler Welding headgear Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M: complete headgear; Böhler Welding sweatband Pro Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M (front): front sweatband; Böhler Welding comfort neck padding Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M: neck padding; Böhler Welding headgear hinge knobs Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M (set): hinge knobs.
- Rear headgear padding: Böhler Welding soft neck padding Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M (set) and Böhler Welding rubber neck padding Evolution Vision 65F, 65FM, V80, V80M; flame retardant cotton covers: Böhler Welding head protection Evolution Vision, V80 (FR cotton) and Böhler Welding neck protection Evolution Vision, V80 (FR cotton).
- Böhler Welding head top pouch (black) for storage and Böhler Welding LED light for welding and grinding helmets to light up the work area.
All other helmet parts are in the category Welding helmet parts. Spawlab is an authorised Böhler Welding distributor and service partner in Poland; we match parts by the numbers in the flyer and manual.
Standards and certificates
The ADF meets ISO 16321 (Australian/New Zealand marking VA 2.5/4-8/9-14 and VA 2.5/4<14M), the shell is marked 16321 VA W15 E HM 1-M CE, the cover lens EN166 1 B. The helmet complies with PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and with AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 (shell, cover plates) and AS/NZS 1338.1:2012 (filter).
Documents
- Evolution V80 and V80M instruction manual (PDF, multilingual)
- Evolution V80 and V80M flyer 2025 (PDF, English)
Frequently asked questions
How does the V80M differ from the V80?
Compared with the less expensive Evolution V80 (Böhler Welding Evolution V80 auto-darkening welding helmet), you pay extra for AUTO mode with a correction of 2 shades, Shade Lock, Tack, 2-Step and smooth delay, plus 2 auto sensors. Viewing area, light state 2.5, the V1 + TIG rating and the batteries are the same on both models.
How do I switch AUTO mode on and off?
The MODE button cycles through WELD, CUT, AUTO and Shade Lock. In AUTO mode the SHADE button changes the correction by up to 2 shades. To return to a manual shade, select WELD or CUT.
What is Tack mode for?
For tack welding: between spots the filter stays semi-dark (lighter than the set shade), so your eyes do not get the full change from dark to light. If you stop welding, the filter clears after 2 seconds.
How do I change the batteries?
Lay the helmet face down, lift the headgear, push the tab on the underside of the filter and lift the filter out. Slide the retainer with the two CR2450 batteries (Böhler Welding ADF battery CR2450 Guardian, Evolution Vision, Evolution V80, Laser Guard) out of the top of the filter. Do not pull on the cable between the filter and the GRIND button.
Is there a version with air supply?
Yes, the Evolution V80M Air Kit (Böhler Welding Evolution V80M Air Kit, auto-shade welding helmet with Evolution Air PAPR) or the V80M Air helmet prepared for air on its own (Böhler Welding Evolution V80M Air auto-shade welding helmet for the Evolution Air PAPR system). The V80M is not suitable for laser welding or oxy-acetylene welding.
