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Golden Eagle — 2950
  • Top performer in US Military and private independent testing
  • Tested at NVLAP accredited laboratory
  • NRR = 29 outstanding full spectrum attenuation
  • Two point suspension for even pressure distribution
  • Soft-Seal™ ear cushions provide maximum acceptance and comfort
  • Foam filled had pad for optimal comfort
  • Very low headband force assures maximum comfort
  • Spring stainless steel headbands for long life
  • Meets CSA Class AL
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 20.7 25.2 36.2 43.4 36.0 35.3 37.3 36.0 36.3
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 1.9 2.5 2.4 2.0 1.9 2.0 1.5 2.2
NRR = 29 dB

Golden Eagle Foldable — 2953
  • Folding design
  • Spring stainless steel head bands for long life
  • Very low head band force and soft cushions maximize comfort and performance
  • Outstanding attenuation
  • All premium components and materials
  • NRR = 27 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 18.0 23.8 33.4 40.6 35.5 35.6 37.1 36.6 36.4
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 2.0 3.3 3.4 2.2 2.5 2.4 1.9 2.4
NRR = 27 dB

Sound Star — 2550
  • NRR = 25 dB as tested at NVLAP laboratory
  • Very low profile
  • Even four-point pressure distribution combined with soft ear cushions provide long lasting comfort and very little squeeze
  • Spring stainless steel headbands
  • Premium components for long life
  • CSA Class A
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.4 20.7 29.3 37.3 34.1 36.5 39.6 41.6 39.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.1 2.1 2.4 3.7 2.3 3.8 3.5 3.6 3.3
NRR = 25 dB

Sound Star Foldable — 2553
  • Folding design - ultra compact
  • Spring stainless steel head bands for long life
  • Very low head band force and soft cushions maximize comfort and performance
  • All premium components and materials
  • NRR = 23 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 14.2 19.3 28.3 34.6 33.8 26.9 37.1 35.8 36.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.6 2.3 2.1 2.8 3.1 2.0 3.1 2.7 3.4
NRR = 23 dB

Sound Shield — 2900

Approved, recommended and used extensively by the United States Air Force since 1994. The Sound Shield is the highest rated three position earmuff you can buy. Tested at the NVLAP-Accredited laboratory of Michael & Associates in State College, Pennsylvania.

  • Made in the USA
  • Outstanding low frequency performance
  • Soft ear cushions provide exceptional comfort and fit
  • Low standard deviation indicate a consistent fit
  • Sculpted headband has molded grips for easy cup adjustment
  • Super soft head pad is easily replaced
  • Dielectric, three position muff available in charcoal gray or high visibility red
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.0 25.6 36.6 43.2 36.5 35.1 36.9 36.6 36.4
Standard
Deviation		 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.7 2.0 2.0 1.9 3.1 1.9
NRR = 29 dB Over the Head
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.6 26.1 36.0 41.7 37.2 36.9 38.3 36.3 37.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 2.6 1.8 2.6 3.4 3.8 2.2 2.3 3.0
NRR = 28 dB Behind the Head
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.5 26.8 35.7 41.9 36.7 35.9 37.9 36.2 36.3
Standard
Deviation		 2.8 2.8 2.4 3.1 2.7 3.1 2.6 3.1 2.6
NRR = 28 dB Under the Chin

Black Hawk — 2700 - Dielectric Ear Muff
The Black Hawk is Tasco's new high performance, high quality economy three position earmuff. This lightweight and comfortable earmuff features our exclusive Soft-Seal™ ear cushions and new foam head pad.
  • Dielectric, three position earmuff
  • Attractive black earcups with silver logo
  • Soft ear cushions provide exceptional comfort and fit
  • Special foam head pad for all day comfort
  • Sculpted headband with molded grips for easy cup adjustment
  • Consistant full spectrum attenuation
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.0 23.8 33.7 39.7 36.2 35.4 35.2 35.0 36.1
Standard
Deviation		 2.7 1.9 3.0 2.5 2.7 1.8 2.4 2.5 2.3
NRR = 27 dB Over the Head
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.6 24.0 34.3 40.2 38.1 35.1 34.0 33.9 34.4
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 2.8 3.4 3.2 3.4 3.4 3.1 2.8 3.2
NRR = 26 dB Under the Chin
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.5 24.1 34.0 39.6 38.2 34.2 34.4 32.4 33.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.8 2.4 2.6 3.4 3.2 3.1 3.5 2.8 3.9
NRR = 26 dB Behind the Head

Pionear — 2500 & 2500XLB
  • NVLAP accredited test data
  • Low profile headband and ear cups are molded from the highest quality materials for consistant performance and long life
  • Premium quality soft ear cushions provide the finest "feel" and highest comfort level available
  • Very low headband force for maximum comfort and all day wearability
  • Fully dielectric, three position
  • Unique granite appearance on model 2500. XLB model adds laminated foam head pad and black cups
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 17.6 20.4 31.5 41.2 35.1 33.4 36.3 35.4 36.9
Standard
Deviation		 2.8 2.4 2.9 3.4 2.3 3.0 2.2 2.4 3.4
NRR = 25 dB Over the Head
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.8 19.5 29.5 37.4 35.3 38.8 40.9 38.6 39.7
Standard
Deviation		 2.2 2.7 3.3 3.6 2.9 3.5 3.5 3.3 3.3
NRR = 24 dB Behind the Neck
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.7 18.6 30.7 36.8 36.3 40.4 42.5 38.2 40.5
Standard
Deviation		 2.2 2.4 2.8 3.1 3.7 3.3 2.5 3.5 3.2
NRR = 24 dB Under the Chin

Contour — 2293
  • Contoured headband molded from extra tough acetal resin
  • Laminated foam head pad for superior comfort and long life
  • Low profile ear cups made from ABS for maximum performance and durability
  • Extra large soft ear cushions
  • Unbreakable, flexible molded rubber sliders
  • Patented "no snag" low profile design
  • Available in teal green or high visibility orange
  • NRR = 22 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.0 18.4 29.0 34.8 34.5 34.8 35.8 36.7 34.8
Standard
Deviation		 3.3 2.5 3.8 3.5 3.8 3.8 4.8 3.6 4.3
NRR = 22 dB Over the Head
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 12.6 14.2 23.1 31.7 30.0 30.8 32.2 32.8 35.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.3 2.1 2.3 2.9 3.1 2.4
NRR = 20 dB Behind the Neck
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 12.7 14.9 32.5 32.0 29.7 31.1 32.6 34.0 35.2
Standard
Deviation		 2.0 1.9 2.4 2.9 2.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.5
NRR = 20 dB Under the Chin

Zephyr — 2195
  • Best selling economy earmuff
  • Ultra light and comfortable - only 5 ounces
  • Patented contoured headband with unique slotless "no snag" design
  • Low profile
  • Low headband force maximizes comfort and long term wearability
  • Bright yellow ear cups for high visibility and easy compliance checks
  • All components are premium quality for long life
  • NRR = 21 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 14.0 15.8 26.6 32.6 34.8 32.9 36.0 34.7 35.8
Standard
Deviation		 3.1 2.1 2.8 3.0 3.3 2.4 3.4 3.3 4.7
NRR = 21 dB Over the Head

Sound Star — 2552
  • NRR = 23 - NVLAP accredited test data
  • Wear behind the neck
  • Low profile nect band and ear cups are manufactured from the highest quality materials for consistant performance and long life
  • Ultra-soft premium quality soft ear cushions provide the richest "feel" and highest comfort level possible
  • Stainless steel neck bands for durability
  • Two point suspension and very low band force for maximum comfort and long term wearability
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.4 18.9 28.4 34.7 33.7 29.7 34.6 34.1 33.9
Standard
Deviation		 1.6 2.7 3.0 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.7 1.8 3.2
NRR = 23 dB Behind the Neck

T-2 Slimline — 1988
  • Designed to fit under all major welding helmets
  • Lightweight and comfortable; only 4.3 ounces
  • Compact; fits easily under safety masks and helmets because it has the lowest profile of any muff on the market
  • Fits instantly, no band adjustment. Articulating cups comfortable mold to face
  • Completely dielectric
  • Crown strap included for extra secure fit
  • The Slimline isn't only for welders; its protection is ideal for many other noisy situations, especially for those requiring hard hats
  • NRR = 19 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 12.3 14.0 23.3 28.8 27.3 30.8 34.1 35.3 34.1
Standard
Deviation		 2.7 1.6 2.6 2.4 2.3 2.9 3.0 3.1 3.2
NRR = 19 dB Behind the Neck

Golden Eagle — 2951
  • NRR = 26, maximum cap mounted attenuation
  • Two point suspension for even pressure distribution
  • Spring stainless steel headbands for long life
  • Soft ear cushions combined with very low pressure for maximum comfort and acceptance
  • Convenient stand-off and storage positions, plus tension adjustment feature
  • One mounting bracket fits all major slotted hard hats
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 18.2 22.5 31.8 36.1 34.7 33.7 35.4 33.9 35.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.4 2.1 2.5 2.7 2.3 2.1 2.4 2.4 2.4
NRR = 26 dB

Sound Shield — 2800
  • Outstanding low frequency performance and very low standard deviations indicate exceptional fit
  • Patented low profile arm assembly provides convenient at rest and storage positions plus tension adjustment feature
  • Soft ear cushions and very low band force provide unequalled comfort and fit
  • Dielectric
  • One mounting bracket fits all major slotted hard hats
  • The highest rated cap mount muff available anywhere
  • NRR = 28 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 19.7 26.2 36.5 41.1 38.2 35.9 36.6 37.3 37.8
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 2.8 1.9 3.2 2.9 2.9 2.5 2.8 2.5
NRR = 28 dB

Blackhawk — 2400
  • Patented low profile arm assembly provides convenient at rest and storage positions plus tension adjustment feature
  • Soft ear cushions and very low band force provide unequaled comfort and fit
  • Dielectric
  • One mounting bracket fits all major slotted hard hats
  • ABS ear cups and acetal arm assembly for maximum temperature resistance and durability
  • NVLAP accredited NRR = 24 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 15.9 19.3 29.3 34.8 34.5 38.3 39.5 39.4 39.5
Standard
Deviation		 2.5 2.4 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.1 3.5 3.7 3.2
NRR = 24 dB

Sound Star — 2551
  • NRR = 24 dB - NVLAP accredited data
  • Low profile
  • Two point suspension, very low head band force and soft ear cushions for unsurpassed comfort and fit
  • Stainless steel arms for durability
  • Convenient stand off and storage positions plus tension adjustment feature
  • One mounting bracket fits all major slotted hard hats
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 17.9 21.4 26.9 33.1 35.6 39.1 39.2 36.1 38.0
Standard
Deviation		 2.8 2.8 2.7 3.2 2.8 3.8 3.3 2.5 3.6
NRR = 24 dB

T-2000 — 2286
  • Patented low profile arm assembly provides convenient at rest and storage positions plus tension adjustment feature
  • Soft ear cushions and very low band force provide unequaled comfort and fit
  • Dielectric
  • One mounting bracket fits all major slotted hard hats
  • Lightweight: only 6.3 ounces
  • ABS ear cups and acetal arm assembly for maximum temperature resistance and durability
  • NRR = 22 dB
Frequency
in Hz		 125 250 500 1000 2000 3150 4000 6300 8000
Mean (dB)
Attenuation		 13.2 19.6 27.6 34.8 33.3 29.4 35.1 36.2 34.9
Standard
Deviation		 3.0 2.0 3.6 1.9 2.5 2.5 3.8 3.0 3.3
NRR = 22 dB

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