The 3M™ PELTOR™ WS™ ALERT™ XPI Headset is the next generation protective communication solution. With Bluetooth® wireless communication, noise-cancelling boom microphone, integrated FM-Radio and level-dependent function for ambient listening, the WS™ ALERT™ XPI Headset not only helps protect you against hazardous noise, but also makes it easy to make phone calls with both hands free in noisy environments.
Key Features:
- High attenuating hearing protector - headband headset model SLC80 30dB, Class 5
- Bluetooth® MultiPoint Technology for connection to one or two external devices for hands-free talk and streaming
- Noise cancelling boom microphone for clear speech transmission in noisy environments
- Level-dependent function for ambient listening to help improve your situational awareness (limited to 82 dB)
- Push-to-Listen feature to easily and instantaneously listen to your surroundings • Built-in FM-Radio with radio volume limited to 82dB
- Voice guided menu system with announced FM-Radio frequencies
- Digital station search
- Ability to store up to 4 favorite stations
- Auto power off: The headset will turn off after 4 hrs of non-use to save battery
- Low-battery warning at low battery level
- To reduce the corrosion caused by sweat the electronics are located in the outer part of the cup
- Replaceable cushions and foam liners
SLC80 30dB
This hearing protection product complies with the Australia/New Zealand standard and has been tested in accordance with AS/NZS 1270.
It has an SLC80 rating of 30 (which in rough terms means it blocks about 30dB of noise) and is a Class 5 hearing protector.
- Class 1: SLC80 10–13 - Suitable for <90 dB noise levels
- Class 2: SLC80 14–17 - Suitable for <90-95 dB noise levels
- Class 3: SLC80 18-21 - Suitable for <95-100 dB noise levels
- Class 4: SLC80 22-25 - Suitable for <100-105 dB noise levels
- Class 5: SLC80 ≥26 - Suitable for <105-110 dB noise levels
SLC80 Explained
Under AS/NZS 1270:2002, hearing protection is tested for its Sound Level Conversion (SLC80) rating, which indicates the difference between the environmental noise and the sound reaching the wearer’s ears. This rating helps determine the appropriate Class of hearing protection for specific noise levels.
Australian and New Zealand workplaces are obligated under AS/NZS 1269.3:2005 to:
- Conduct noise level surveys to assess exposure (measured as LAeq,8h).
- Provide suitable hearing protection for workers exposed to noise above 85 dB(A).
- Ensure hearing protection is maintained and properly fitted to achieve effective attenuation.
Employers must select hearing protection suitable for the measured noise levels, ensuring compliance with occupational noise management regulations.
