Part Number: 16-018-21-FR
Weight: 10.85 lbs

The 16-018-21-FR RPB® Z-Link® Respirator System is a top-tier powered air system engineered for welding, grinding, metal fabrication, and high-heat or spark-intensive industrial operations. This configuration includes the Zytec® Fire-Rated Shoulder Cape, PX5® Belt-Mounted Powered Air-Purifying Respirator, ANSI Z87+ rated impact lens, and ANSI Z89.1 hard hat protection, providing elite durability, visibility, and respiratory safety in demanding environments.

The included PX5® PAPR with High Efficiency HEPA Filter supplies clean, pressurized air through a rugged belt-mounted unit designed for operator mobility. This system is not approved for wet painting applications due to HEPA filtration specifications.

The Z-Link® features RPB’s signature wide-angle visor design, hinged visor access for breathing and communication breaks, and optional welding visor compatibility. With the Comfort-Link™ Fit System and balanced, ergonomic interior padding, this headtop delivers exceptional comfort for full-shift welding and grinding workflows.

Specifications

Key Features & Benefits

Zytec® Fire-Rated Shoulder Cape

• Designed for welding, grinding, sparks, and hot-work environments.

• Provides wide-area upper torso protection from heat and flying debris.

• Rigid fixed-jaw mount ensures a secure and stable cape connection.

PX5® Powered Air-Purifying Respirator

• HEPA filter removes up to 99.97% of particulates to 0.12 microns.

• Certified IP65 (in use) and IP67 (with cleaning kit) for water/dust resistance.

• Lightweight (2.55 lbs) with ergonomic vertical weight distribution.

• Quick-release mount-lock system for fast removal from the belt.

• Sealed lithium-ion battery:

  • 12+ hours (speed 1)

  • 9+ hours (speed 2)

  • 8+ hours (speed 3)

• Smart safety engineering:

  • Filter door won’t close unless a filter is installed

  • LED interface shows airflow, battery level, and fan speed

• Alerts operator through visual, audible, and vibrating alarms for:

  • Low battery

  • Blocked airflow

  • Filter needing replacement

• Smooth exterior surfaces for easy decontamination.

• Two belt versions available: standard or FR-rated.

Recommendation: Replace PX5® pre-filter daily to extend HEPA filter life.

Z-Link® Headtop Features

Advanced Visibility & Dual-Mode Operation

• Wide-angle visor provides exceptional downward and peripheral vision.

• Main visor hinges open for free-air breathing, cooling, or communication.

• Optional welding visor clips on and lifts up to reveal the underlying ANSI Z87+ impact lens.

Comfort-Link™ Fit System

• 360° adjustable headband positions the helmet precisely.

• Molded interior padding maximizes comfort and reduces fatigue.

• Removable side padding for custom comfort and airflow.

ANSI-Rated Protection

• ANSI Z87+: High-impact certified lens.

• ANSI Z89.1: Hard hat–level head protection.

No Fit Test Required

• Loose-fitting design accommodates facial hair.

• Suitable for multi-user or shift-based operations.

Configuration Options (Sold Separately)

Cape / Seal Types

• Full-Bibbed

• Face Seal

Cape Materials

• Tychem® QC (wet painting)

• Tychem® SL (powder coating)

• Zytec® FR (welding & grinding – included here)

Lens / Visor Options

• Premium Clear (16-810)

• IR Shade 5 (16-810-IR5)

• Yellow Tint (16-810-YT)

• Smoke Tint (16-810-ST)

Optional Add-Ons

• Quiet-Link™ sound-reduction earmuffs

• Comms-Link™ communication module

• Vision-Link™ integrated LED light

OEM Cross-Reference

Ideal Applications

• Welding & fabrication

• Grinding & finishing

• Shipyards & heavy industry

• Furnace & foundry operations

• Automotive repair & metal prep

• Environments requiring HEPA PAPR protection