Sellstrom 32000 Replacement Crown and Ratchet Headgear for DP Face Shield

Sellstrom 32000 Replacement Crown and Ratchet Headgear for DP Face Shield Review

The Sellstrom 32000 is an ANSI Z87.1-compliant chemical splash face shield designed for chemical handling, laboratory, and liquid splash environments. Built with optical-grade lens material, it provides full-face coverage from brow to below the chin — protecting the face, cheeks, and jaw from hazards that safety glasses and goggles cannot address alone. Product Type:Lab Supply.

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Construction and Materials

The lens window is constructed from optical-grade hard-coated material for impact resistance and surface durability. The ratchet headgear mechanism enables tool-free size adjustment across adult head sizes. This is a replacement lens window for existing headgear frames, allowing continued use when the original lens degrades. Item Package Dimension:24.13 cm L X 22.352 cm W X 10.16 cm H. The lens window extends coverage across the full frontal face profile with side geometry providing lateral protection. Construction meets ANSI Z87.1 basic-impact requirements for general industrial use.

Compliance and Ratings

Rated to ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA 1910.133 for chemical splash and liquid hazard environments. ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 governs occupational eye and face protective devices; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 mandates its use in workplaces with documented eye and face hazards. Face shields should be used as part of a layered protection strategy per the OSHA PPE hierarchy. Country Of Origin: Taiwan, Province Of China.

Performance

In chemical environments, full-face coverage extends protection below the chin and to the peripheral face. Per OSHA 1910.133, face shields in chemical applications must be used over appropriate goggles — not as standalone protection. Item Package Weight:0.499 lbs. Maintaining lens cleanliness and replacing lenses when scratched preserves visibility quality for precision work.

Strengths

• Hard-coated lens provides ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection for chemical splash applications
• Optical-grade lens maintains clarity without distortion at working distances
• Complete assembly includes headgear — no separate accessory purchase required
• Ratchet adjustment provides tool-free fit change across head sizes
• Full-face coverage from brow to chin protects areas beyond eyewear reach
• Full-face coverage from brow to chin provides protection not achievable with safety glasses alone

Limitations

• Face shields do not seal the eye surround — safety glasses or safety goggles must be worn underneath in chemical splash and grinding environments per OSHA 1910.133
• Lens scratching from abrasive contact degrades clarity over time; replacement lenses should be sourced when transmission quality decreases
• One-size-fits-most headgear may not accommodate all head sizes or hard hat platforms; verify compatibility before crew-scale procurement

Recommended Use Cases

Chemical mixing and transfer; laboratory acid and caustic handling; pharmaceutical manufacturing; janitorial with caustic products; paint spray. Appropriate for any OSHA-regulated workplace where face and eye hazard assessments document a risk requiring face shield-level protection.

Verdict

The Sellstrom 32000 face shield delivers ANSI Z87.1-compliant protection for chemical splash applications in a hard-coated construction suited for industrial environments. Buyers should verify headgear compatibility and application requirements before crew-scale procurement. For the full range of face shields across brands and protection levels, or for paired eye protection — safety glasses and safety goggles — explore the WC Safety protective equipment range.