{"product_id":"moldex-mx-6-over-the-head-earmuffs-blackgreen-large-6130","title":"Moldex MX-6 Over-The-Head Earmuffs, Black\/Green, Large (6130)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"silo-desc\" style=\"color:#e0e0e0;font-family:sans-serif;max-width:900px\"\u003e\n  \u003caside style=\"background:#1a2433;border-left:4px solid #c8a84b;padding:14px 18px;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:28px\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoldex MX-6 — higher-attenuation overhead earmuffs for demanding industrial noise environments, ANSI S3.19 certified.\u003c\/strong\u003e The MX-6 delivers increased noise reduction compared to the MX-5, targeting heavy manufacturing, stamping, chipping, and other sustained high-noise operations. Black\/green finish, large cup design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/aside\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#c8a84b;margin-top:0\"\u003eMoldex MX-6 Over-The-Head Earmuffs — Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMoldex MX-6\u003c\/strong\u003e (catalog 6130) is the higher-attenuation step in Moldex's MX-series industrial overhead earmuff line. Where the MX-5 covers moderate manufacturing and assembly environments, the MX-6 is specified for environments with higher sustained noise exposures — stamping operations, chipping and grinding, heavy equipment, and other industrial applications where the lower MX-5 attenuation is insufficient to bring worker exposure within OSHA permissible limits using the derating formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe larger cup volume of the MX-6 houses additional sound-absorbing material, increasing attenuation while maintaining the same adjustable headband platform as the rest of the MX-series. Workers transitioning from the MX-5 to the MX-6 use the same fit and adjustment procedure, simplifying training in facilities where both models are deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#c8a84b\"\u003eWhen to Specify MX-6 Over MX-5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:24px\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#1a2433\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #333;color:#c8a84b\"\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #333;color:#c8a84b\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#111\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eLight manufacturing, assembly (TWA ≤ 95 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eMX-5 typically sufficient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#1a2433\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eStamping, chipping, heavy equipment (TWA 95–100 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eMX-6 or verify derated NRR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#111\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eVery high-noise operations (TWA \u0026gt; 100 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #333\"\u003eMX-6 + earplugs (double protection)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#c8a84b\"\u003eANSI S3.19 Compliance and Derating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe MX-6 is ANSI S3.19 certified. Apply OSHA's 50% derating formula when determining effective protection: real-world attenuation = (NRR − 7) ÷ 2. Verify the derated NRR against your measured TWA to confirm the MX-6 alone — or MX-6 with earplugs for the highest-noise environments — brings worker exposure to within the 90 dB PEL (or 85 dB Action Level) for your program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#c8a84b\"\u003eStrengths and Limitations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e higher attenuation than MX-5 for noisier environments; ANSI S3.19 certified; same headband platform as MX-series — familiar fit for workers already using MX-5; Moldex soft-foam cushion design for extended-shift comfort; no batteries required; cushion replacement extends total product life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimitations:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger cup increases bulk compared to MX-5 — slightly heavier for full-shift wear; passive design blocks all sound including speech and alarms; not hi-vis; for environments above 100 dB TWA, double protection with earplugs may still be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#c8a84b\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#e0e0e0\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the MX-5 and MX-6?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe MX-6 provides higher attenuation than the MX-5 through a larger cup volume with additional sound-absorbing material. Both use the same Moldex MX-series headband and cushion platform. Specify the MX-6 when the MX-5 derated NRR is insufficient to bring your measured TWA within OSHA permissible limits, or when your noise assessment indicates exposures above approximately 95–98 dB TWA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#e0e0e0\"\u003eCan I use MX-6 earmuffs with earplugs for double protection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Double protection — foam earplugs worn under the MX-6 — is appropriate for very high-noise environments above 100 dB TWA where a single protector is insufficient. The combined attenuation is not simply additive: OSHA uses a standard formula. Consult your industrial hygienist to determine the correct combined NRR for your specific exposure levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#e0e0e0\"\u003eWhat does the 6130 catalog number mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e6130 is the Moldex catalog number for the MX-6 earmuff. Moldex uses a numeric catalog system — the 6000-series covers the MX earmuff family. When ordering through a safety supply distributor, 6130 is the item number to reference. The MX-6 product name and 6130 catalog number refer to the same product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:32px;padding-top:16px;border-top:1px solid #333;font-size:0.9em\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eRelated:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hearing-protection\" style=\"color:#c8a84b\"\u003eAll Hearing Protection\u003c\/a\u003e  | \n    All Ear Muffs  | \n    Ear Plugs  | \n    NRR Guide\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Moldex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44142521909336,"sku":"B00RSZI8ZO","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/41mchtccUTL._SL500.jpg?v=1779740445","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/moldex-mx-6-over-the-head-earmuffs-blackgreen-large-6130","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}