The Dräger HPS 4500 is a traditional half-shell helmet in a modern design. Its durable outer shell reliably protects you from impacts and extreme heat. An advanced visor design, ergonomic and light interior for high wearing comfort, and extensive accessories for various applications round off this versatile helmet.
Hard shell
The outer shell is characterised by a robust and resistant design. The combination of high-temperature-resistant Duroplast and latest aramid fabrics protects you both against falling debris and the heat of naked flames. The outer shell, pressed using … More information a special method (SMC* method) provides the HPS 4500 with exceptional stability. At the same time it is one of the lightest helmets of its class and meets the requirements of the new standard EN 443:2008 – type A (half shell).
Heat and scratch resistant visor
The large visor of the HPS 4500 reaches down to the chin area. It is made of thermally high-resistant Polyphenylsulfon material and therefore suitable for interior fire fighting. The visor is approved according to EN 14458 and classified as “face gua … More informationrd”. Therefore the visor provides the greatest possible protection without any interfere in your field of vision. The visor has anti-scratch coating on both sides.
High wearing comfort and easy operation
The HPS 4500 features modern and comfortable internal helmet components. The 4-point harness can be adjusted both in the neck area as well as in the temple area via a simple tensioning system. The convenient adjusting wheel allows you to adjust the f … More informationit of the helmet even with thick gloves. The integrated hair net allows for height adjustment, and at the same time, ensures a comfortable cool climate inside the helmet. The harness made of fire-resistant Nomex®/aramid fabric and the sweatband made of eco-leather are washable using common detergents.
Comprehensive accessories for every challenge.
Dräger offers you a wide range of accessories for the most varied applications during fire fighting. You can optimize and individualize your helmet to these various challenges by choosing between numerous versions of neck guards, face protections, he … More informationlmet lamps and communication systems – all of which can be quickly and easily attached to the HPS 4500. * SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) – Duroplast, reinforced with aramid fibre cloths; for a higher performance of the entire helmet. Nomex® is a registered trademark of DuPont. Parasnap® is a registered trademark of Parat. Pinlock® is a registered trademark of Pinlock.
Specifications
Multi-purpose fire & rescue applications
Application and helmet usage
Half shell helmet (Type A3b)
Helmet type
Two sizes: 48-61 or 56-64 cm
Helmet shell size concept
and head size range
2.2 lb
Weight
Key Facts
Application and helmet usage
Multi-purpose fire & rescue applications
Helmet type
Half shell helmet (Type A3b)
Helmet shell size concept
and head size range
Two sizes: 48-61 or 56-64 cm
Weight
2.2 lb
Helmet shell colours
6 colours
Interior design & harness
Continuous head size adjustment
via wheel on the helmet inside
Retention system/harness
4-point harness with adjustable chin and neck straps
Suspension system
Comfort net
Height adjustment
yes
Face and eye protection
Face guard
PPSU or PC, available in clear version with AS/AS coating
Eye guard (optional)
Safety goggle with different coatings
Special application visors (optional)
yes Electro, Mesh
Helmet accessories
Neck protectors (optional)
7 different versions
Helmet communication (optional)
integrated solution and attached communication systems
Helmet lamps (optional)
Front (integrated)
no
Side (attached)
yes
Rear (attached)
yes
Customized labelling & lettering (optional)
Reflective stripes
complete around, silver
Customer logo on front
no
Customised writing at the back
no
Helmet & breathing protection
Compatible with masks
yes
Mask-Helmet-Combination
no
Cleaning
Manual cleaning
yes
Machine cleaning, tumble process
yes
Machine cleaning, spray-nozzle process
yes
Approvals
EN 443:2008
yes
DIN 58610:2014
no
EN 16471:2014
no
EN 16473:2014
no
SOLAS and MED
yes
EN 12492:2012
no
EN 1385:2012
no
ISO 11999-5:2015
no
ISO 16073-5:2019
no
ISO 18639-5:2018
no
NFPA 1971: 2018
no
NFPA 1951: 2020
no
AS/NZS 4067: 2012
no
CA Brazil
no
EAC
no
See the whole Product System.
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This product is part of a Dräger system solution. Combine it with the following system components.
To protect eyes against electric arcs when working in electric installations carrying heavy currents, approved in accordance with EN 166 and EN 172.
Hearing protection
Easily attachable to the helmet, suitable for noisy environments, approved according to EN 352-3.
HPS COM adapter for connecting the Dräger HPS-COM
The HPS-COM adapter allows the connection of the helmet communication unit Dräger HPS-COM to the firefighter helmets of the Dräger HPS 4500 series. This adapter can be installed very easily and without tools in just a few steps. The Nexus plug at the end of the cable of the helmet communication unit can be plugged into a holder on the adapter when not in use. Thereby it is always at hand and at the same time protected from dirt and mechanical damage.
Neck protector for Dräger HPS 4500
Neck protector with plug-and-click system, can be mounted quickly, securely and without tools. Optionally available in the following versions:
Leather version
Short tight fitting aramid version
Aluminised aramid version
Scarf type version
PARASNAP® Adapter solution
Magnetic adapter solution for easy, intuitive and very secure connection of standard helmet lamps on the right and/or left side of the helmet – even during use without taking off the helmet – one "click" and the lamp is attached to the helmet. The light angle can be easily adjusted as well. The three-part system consists of a universal lamp holder, a PARASNAP® plug-in adapter and a PARASNAP® lamp holder.
PC (polycarbonate) visors
The visor is made of Polycarbonat material and reaches down to the chin area. The visor is approved according to EN 14458, classified as “face guard” .The visor has anti-scratch coating on both sides.
Rear Light HPS BuddyLight
This optional LED rear light serves as a warning and indicator light. It is attached to the back side of the helmet using an adapter with a bayonet-type connector and runs on two commercially available coin cell batteries. The lamp has seven modes in three colours (blue, white and red) that are either continuously on/off or flashing.
Safety goggles with elastic strap
Length-adjustable elastic strap with double-lens Pinlock® technology; premium anti-fog and anti-scratch coating. Approved according to EN 166.
Standard helmet lamps Dräger PX1, PX1 SHORTY and PX2
These optional explosion-proof helmet lamps with LED technology provide optimal illumination of your extended working area. They can be attached to the right- and/or left-hand side of the helmet using a separate lamp adapter and run on commercially available batteries. Different lamp adapters are available for other standard helmet lamps.
Standard plug-in adapters for universal lamp holder
Plug-in adapter for small round shaped lamps (e.g. PX 2) and for large oval shaped lamps (e.g. PX 1). The swivel joint allows swiveling of the helmet lamp in almost any direction.
Universal lamp holder, base
Base part mounted on the helmet for inserting the tabs of the Parasnap® lamp connection or the universal lamp holder for large or small lamps
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