Trend airshield, Did I get a good deal?

[Bill Wyko]

I happened to be scouting around on ebay and came across a trend Airshield (not the pro) for 165.00 bucks. Everywhere else they seem to be 300.00+ did I get a deal or is the non pro worth getting. Dust has always been a major issue in my little shop and when I pile on a respirator, ear protection and a face shield, I look like something from star wars and it's very cumbersome. I always at least use the face shield but the air is just as important. Now it'll all be in one.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Bill....thats about $70 less than I paid for mine new. There is an article here in the archives about building your own batteries. I built them....For the price of 2 Trend batteries, I built 4 battery sets, got a smart charger that won't overcharge the batteries and future battery sets can be made for less than $7.00.

[Bill Wyko]

This one is new too. I guess I got a deal. I'll definitely look into the charger & making my own battery. Can you tell me what I'll need to to make my own & where to get the stuff?

[Joe McMahon]

Bill....thats about $70 less than I paid for mine new. There is an article here in the archives about building your own batteries. I built them....For the price of 2 Trend batteries, I built 4 battery sets, got a smart charger that won't overcharge the batteries and future battery sets can be made for less than $7.00.

Ken, can you point me to that article please?

Thanks, Joe

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Here's one thread and I have another one. As soon as I find the 2nd one, I'll post it too.

http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?51711-Airshield-quot-Ion-Drive-quot-is-complete

[Joe McMahon]

Ken, I have the Pro. Do you know if this battery fits a Pro?

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Joe....I don't have a clue.

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Here's the 2nd source.

I used Battery Junction for batteries and charger. I bought the plug at Mouser.

http://azwoodturners.org/100_-_Airshield_Battery_Pack.pdf

[Bill Wyko]

Thanks Ken. As soon as it's here I'm going to give it a shot.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Bill - you got a heck of a deal! Like Ken, I think I paid $240 or so for mine new and that was a number of years ago! I did make my own battery packs and they work well. When you get your rechargeable AA batteries - get the ones for digital cameras - they have a higher amp/hour rating and will last longer before needing a charge. IMO.

[Jim Burr]

The tutorial will not make battery packs for the Pro...already checked:(

[Bill Wyko]

I ordered the charger, I'll get batteries on the way next week. Thanks guys.

[Rob Price]

sorry to resurrect and old thread, but after my last turning session set me back coughing for days, I decided I need a better respirator. What are the major advantages of the pro over the non-pro version, I can't find a good comparison. Bill, would you mind telling me who the ebay seller was (PM me if necessary) and if you were happy with everything?

[Jerry Wright]

Bill - good deal. One if the great sidebenefits is the moving air over your face. Even Tucson air will feel cool!!

[Bill Wyko]

I'll try to find it in my account. It'll have to be after the symposium though. I'm going crazy trying to get the work done so I can go.

[Jim Underwood]

I think I paid about $190 for mine and thought it was a good deal...

[Roger Chandler]

For good info on the difference between the Pro and the Trend.........and respirators in general, a fellow creeker Josh Bowman submitted a research article for WTA.......see link below:

http:// www. woodturnersamerica.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=148:power-air-purifying-respirators-paprs&catid=82:personal-protection&Itemid=111

[Bob Varney]

I had the trend airshield, to front heavy, always working its way down my forehead.
Now I have the pro a better balance on the head not to mention the longer battery(8hours)

Bob

[Bernie Weishapl]

That's a deal Bill. About $80 less than I paid for mine new.

[Jim Underwood]

Bob,
I have the same problem with the Pro faceshield pushing down on my glasses when I tilt my head forward. The strap adjustment, locking knobs, and stops seem to be the weak point of this unit.

I'm wondering if I should just make my own gear...

I'm gonna see if there's a 3M at the IWF this year, and try it on.

[Bob Varney]

Jim,
Let us know what you find out.

Bob

[Tim Rinehart]

sounds like a deal to me. Looked around for similar deal a ways back...may have to keep my eyes open more!