FIRE HELMETS CATALOG 2007 – 2008

Cairns ® Fire HelmetsHigh-temperature,high-impact,glass-filled,fire-retardant,polymer wingprotectors addextra reinforcementat the faceshield’sweakest point.Through-color shell material tohide minor chips and scratches isavailable on thermoplastic andfiberglass helmet shells.High-temperature foam linerfor increased thermal andimpact protection, combinedwith a patented shell-releasesystem.•High-temperature Nomex chinstrap withquick release and postman’s slide enhancesperformance, safety, and fit.Other Features••Patented Shell Release System•Fiberglass*, Kevlar and 660 Models OnlyUnique shock-absorbing tube.No other helmets provide this typeof impact protection.••Velcro stowage for extrachinstrap material.Reduce the chance of neck injury with a shell that is designedto release from the impact cap in the event that it wouldbecome lodged during a fall. Although the outer shell releases,the impact cap and earlaps are designed to stay on the user’shead for continued impact and thermal protection. MeetsNFPA 1971, Rev. 2007, 80 lbs. minimum for release requirement.* Does not include HP3Headband SystemExcludes Leather ModelsCairns headband features:• Three-position, rear-ratchet heightadjustment to ensure a secure,comfortable fit for all head sizesbetween 6 3 / 8 and 8 3 / 8 (on Model 880,fit is between 5 5 / 8 and 7 3 / 8 inches).• An adjustable front headband allowsperfect fit between the helmet and aSCBA mask without lifting the helmetor exposing the forehead.High-temperature,high-impact, glass-filled,fire-retardant polymer willnot corrode or conductheat or electricity.••High-temperature edge trim with a metal corewill not melt, drip or burn and adds extra impactprotection to the helmet’s edge.F IRE H ELMETSA Few Words About Helmet PerformanceCairns Fire Helmets are designed and manufactured tobe durable. All of our leather, thermoplastic, fiberglass,and Kevlar helmets exceed industry standards for heat,impact, and penetration protection. Cairns offers the mostdiverse line in the industry, so you can choose the helmetthat is best for your application.LeatherModels N5A and N6ATop-grain steer hideshell, layered with a highperformancethermal impactcap, skillfully hand-tooledby MSA Cairns craftsmen.The only 100% trueleather helmet.KevlarModels 1000 and 990Fiberglass-reinforcedKevlar shell providesmaximum thermal,impact, and penetrationprotection. Available inboth modern andtraditional styles.FiberglassModels 1010, 1044, 660C,664 and HP3Exclusive, Dura-Glas ®chip-resistant, throughcolor,high-performance,high-heat-resistant,compression-molded,fiberglass composite shell.Available in both modernand traditional styles.ThermoplasticModels 360S,660 and 880Through-colorthermoplastic shellcombines toughnessand durability with NFPAperformance. Availablein both modern andtraditional styles.All Cairns ® Kevlar, Fiberglass, Thermoplastic andLeather N6A Fire Helmets are approved to NFPA 1971-2007.The Leather N5A is OSHA approved.Fire Customer Service: 1-877-MSA-FIRE • Website: www.MSAFire.com • QuickLit Fax Information: 1-800-672-90103