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MapleWeld NovaSight 55 auto-darkening welding helmet with DIN 9-13 variable shade lens, ANSI/CSA certified

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 welding helmet with external shade 9-13 dial and grind mode

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 auto-darkening welding helmet with 93 x 43 mm viewing area and 1/1/1/2 optical class

Underside and interior of the MapleWeld NovaSight 55 welding helmet with mounting bracket and foam padding

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 solar-powered welding helmet with CR2032 battery backup and low-battery alarm

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 welding helmet for MIG, stick and TIG welding from 10 A

MapleWeldWelding HelmetsSKU MWNS55

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet – Variable Shade 9-13, Grind Mode, ANSI/CSA Certified

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Overview

MapleWeld NovaSight 55: ANSI/CSA Certified Variable-Shade Welding Helmet with Grind Mode

The MapleWeld NovaSight 55 is an ANSI/CSA certified auto-darkening welding helmet with a variable DIN 9–13 shade set from an external dial, a DIN 4 grind mode, 1/1/1/2 optical class and a 1/25,000-second (0.04 ms) switching lens. It covers MIG, Stick and TIG welding from 10 A, and switches to grinding without lifting the hood.

Two arc sensors with adjustable sensitivity and delay, a 93 × 43 mm (3.66 × 1.69 in) viewing area and solar power backed by a replaceable CR2032 battery with a low-battery alarm make it a dependable everyday helmet for Canadian fabricators, maintenance welders and serious hobbyists.

Key Features

ANSI/CSA certified: Certified to ANSI and CSA safety standards, the certification many Canadian job sites require.
External shade dial (DIN 9–13): Change shade without taking the helmet off.
External grind mode (DIN 4): Lock the filter light for grinding and slag removal, then switch back to weld mode.
1/25,000 s switching (0.04 ms): Two arc sensors darken the filter almost instantly; delay is infinitely adjustable from 0.1 to 1.0 s.
TIG-ready from 10 A: Infinitely variable sensitivity, rated for AC and DC TIG at 10 A and up.
1/1/1/2 optical class: Clear, low-distortion view across the 93 × 43 mm window.
Solar power + CR2032 battery: Low-battery alarm and ADF self-test button confirm the filter is working before you strike an arc.
Cold-weather rated: Operates from -5°C to +55°C and stores down to -20°C.

Technical Specifications

Brand / Model	MapleWeld NovaSight 55
Safety certifications	ANSI / CSA certified
Product type	Auto-darkening welding helmet, variable shade
Recommended processes	MIG/MAG, flux-core, Stick, TIG (10 A and up, AC/DC), grinding
Light state	DIN 4
Dark state	DIN 9–13, variable
Shade control	External dial
Grind mode	Yes, external (DIN 4)
Optical class	1/1/1/2
Viewing area	93 × 43 mm (3.66 × 1.69 in)
Filter cartridge size	110 × 90 × 10 mm (4.33 × 3.54 × 0.39 in)
Arc sensors	2
Switching time (light to dark)	1/25,000 s (0.04 ms)
Delay time (dark to light)	0.1–1.0 s, infinitely variable
Sensitivity	Low to high, infinitely variable
TIG rating	10 A and up (AC and DC)
UV/IR protection	Up to DIN 16, at all times
Power supply	Solar cell + 1 × replaceable CR2032 battery
Diagnostics	Low-battery alarm, ADF self-test
Operating temperature	-5°C to +55°C
Storage temperature	Down to -20°C
Package dimensions	24 × 23 × 33 cm

Shade Selection Guide

Recommended NovaSight 55 settings for common welding jobs:

Process	Current	Suggested shade*	NovaSight 55 setting
TIG (GTAW)	10–50 A	10	DIN 9–10
TIG (GTAW)	50–150 A	12	DIN 12
MIG / flux-core	60–160 A	11	DIN 11
MIG / flux-core	160–250 A	12	DIN 12
Stick (SMAW)	60–160 A	10	DIN 10
Stick (SMAW)	160–250 A	12	DIN 12
Plasma cutting	80–300 A	9	DIN 9
Plasma cutting	20–60 A	5–6	Below the DIN 9 minimum; choose a DIN 5–9 helmet
Grinding	N/A	Clear / grind mode	Grind mode (DIN 4)

*Suggested shades from the AWS F2.2 lens shade selector. Never use a shade lighter than the minimum for your process; start darker and go lighter until you can see the weld zone clearly. Follow your workplace welding safety program (CSA W117.2 in Canada).

Which MapleWeld Auto-Darkening Helmet Is Right for You?

Side-by-side specs for the MapleWeld AeroView, NovaSight, ClariView, ArcDuty and ProDuty auto-darkening welding helmets:

Model	Dark shade (light state)	Viewing area	Switching speed	Best for
MapleWeld AeroView 60	DIN 11 fixed (DIN 3)	90 × 35 mm	0.3 ms	Budget MIG, flux-core & Stick
NovaSight 55 (this helmet)	DIN 9–13 (DIN 4)	93 × 43 mm	0.04 ms	MIG, Stick, TIG from 10 A; external dial, grind mode
MapleWeld ClariView 80	DIN 5–9 / 9–13 (DIN 4)	100 × 60 mm	0.2 ms	Large view; plasma cutting + MIG, TIG, Stick
MapleWeld ArcDuty 90	DIN 5–9 / 9–13 (DIN 4)	100 × 60 mm	0.2 ms	Large view, 3-step delay; plasma + MIG, TIG, Stick
MapleWeld ProDuty 94	DIN 5–8 / 9–13 (DIN 4)	100 × 50 mm	0.04 ms	4 sensors, grind mode, TIG from 5 A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MapleWeld NovaSight 55 CSA approved?

Yes. The NovaSight 55 is certified to ANSI and CSA safety standards.

What shade range does the NovaSight 55 cover?

Dark shades from DIN 9 to DIN 13, set on an external dial, plus a DIN 4 light state and a DIN 4 grind mode. UV/IR protection is always on up to DIN 16.

Can the NovaSight 55 be used for TIG welding?

Yes, from 10 A AC or DC. Turn the sensitivity up for low-amp TIG. For work below 10 A on thin stainless or aluminium, the ProDuty 94 is rated from 5 A and adds two more arc sensors.

How do I use grind mode on the NovaSight 55?

Select grind on the external control. The filter locks at DIN 4 so grinding sparks will not darken it. Switch back to weld mode before you strike an arc.

How fast does the NovaSight 55 lens darken?

In 1/25,000 of a second (0.04 ms). The delay back to light is adjustable from 0.1 to 1.0 s: short for tacking, longer for high-amperage welds.

What battery does the NovaSight 55 use?

One replaceable CR2032 lithium coin cell, supported by a solar cell. A low-battery alarm warns you before it runs out, and the self-test button confirms the filter is working.

Is the NovaSight 55 good for plasma cutting?

Only for heavier cutting: DIN 9 is the suggested shade at 80–300 A. For lighter cutting (20–60 A calls for shade 5–6), choose a dual-range helmet such as the ClariView 80, ArcDuty 90 or ProDuty 94.

Buy Online or Pick Up in North York (Toronto)

Sold and supported by MapleWeld, the Canadian welding supply store of Maple Industrial Products Inc. Order online for delivery anywhere in Canada, or pick up at 3625 Weston Rd Unit 10, North York, ON M9L 1V9. Questions? Call 905-919-1177 or email orders@mapindpro.com.

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Specifications

MapleWeld NovaSight 55 Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet – Variable Shade 9-13, Grind Mode, ANSI/CSA Certified - specifications
Brand	MapleWeld
Product type	Welding Helmets
SKU	MWNS55

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