Force360 Eco earmuff, class 5 hearing protection
The Force360 Eco earmuff class 5 (HWRX900) is a headband hearing protector rated at the top class under AS/NZS 1270, with an SLC80 of 28dB for the highest-noise environments. High-visibility cups, a low clamp force and 30mm slots for compatible hard hats shape how it wears through a full shift.
Key takeaways
- Class 5 is the highest hearing protection class under AS/NZS 1270, and the Force360 Eco earmuff (HWRX900) carries an SLC80 of 28dB for the highest-noise environments.
- The 30mm slots let the muffs mount to compatible Force360 hard hats, so head and hearing protection can be worn together.
- A low clamp force reduces pressure on long shifts, and the high-visibility cups add a small visibility benefit on busy Australian sites.
| Spec | Force360 Eco earmuff (HWRX900) | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 under AS/NZS 1270, the highest | Confirm class 5 matches your noise assessment |
| Attenuation | SLC80 28 dB | Check 28 dB covers your measured workplace noise |
| Mounting | Headband; 30mm hard hat slots | Confirm your hard hat takes 30mm slots |
| Cups | High-visibility | Check hi-vis cups suit your site rules |
| Comfort | Low clamp force | Check the fit for full-shift wear |
| SKU | HWRX900 | Quote HWRX900 when you order |
What is the Force360 Eco earmuff class 5?
The Force360 Eco earmuff class 5 (HWRX900) is a headband hearing protector rated at the top class under AS/NZS 1270, with an SLC80 of 28dB for the highest-noise environments. High-visibility cups aid on-site visibility, a low clamp force supports longer wear, and 30mm slots suit compatible hard hats.
Class 5, 28dB hearing protection built for the highest-noise environments.
Maximum-class earmuff protection
The Force360 Eco Earmuff Class 5 (HWRX900) provides the top class of hearing protection under AS/NZS 1270, with an SLC80 of 28dB. High-visibility cups aid on-site visibility, a low clamp force supports longer wear, and 30mm slots let the muffs mount to compatible hard hats.
Key features
- Class: Class 5 (AS/NZS 1270) - highest
- Attenuation: SLC80 28 dB
- Mounting: Headband; 30mm slots for compatible hard hats
- Comfort: Low clamp force
- Product type: hearing protector
Where it fits
- AS/NZS 1270 rates hearing protectors in Classes 1 to 5 , where Class 5 suits the highest noise exposures.
- Listed under hearing protection at Done Right Safety
Force360 Eco earmuff, class 5 hearing protection specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | HWRX900 |
| Brand | Force360 |
| Category | Hearing Protection (PPE) |
| Class | Class 5 (AS/NZS 1270) - highest |
| Attenuation | SLC80 28 dB |
| Mounting | Headband; 30mm slots for compatible hard hats |
| Cups | High-visibility |
| Comfort | Low clamp force |
| Product code | HWRX900 |
| Product type | hearing protector |
| Where to buy | Done Right Safety, donerightsafety.com.au |
How do you match SLC80 28dB to your workplace noise?
SLC80 28dB is the attenuation figure used to match the earmuff to your measured workplace noise, and AS/NZS 1270 sorts hearing protectors into five classes. Class 5 covers the highest exposures, so base the choice on a noise assessment that protects workers without over-attenuating them.
AS/NZS 1270 rates hearing protectors in Classes 1 to 5, where Class 5 suits the highest noise exposures. The SLC80 (Sound Level Conversion, 80th percentile) figure, 28dB here, is the attenuation used to select protection against your measured workplace noise. Choose the class and SLC80 based on your noise assessment so workers are protected without being over-attenuated.
Comfort and hard hat compatibility
A low clamp force reduces pressure for long shifts, while the 30mm slots allow the muffs to be fitted to compatible Force360 hard hats for combined head and hearing protection. The hi-vis cups add a small visibility benefit on busy sites.
Frequently asked questions
What does class 5 mean on the Force360 Eco earmuff?
Class 5 is the highest hearing protection class under AS/NZS 1270, set aside for the highest-noise environments. The Force360 Eco earmuff (HWRX900) carries that class with an SLC80 of 28dB, so it suits sites where a noise assessment shows exposures at the top of the range.
Can the Force360 Eco earmuff attach to a hard hat?
Yes. The Force360 Eco earmuff has 30mm slots, so the cups mount to compatible hard hats, including compatible Force360 hard hats, for combined head and hearing protection. Check that your hard hat takes 30mm slots before ordering, because only compatible hard hats accept the muffs.
What does SLC80 28dB tell you about noise reduction?
SLC80 stands for Sound Level Conversion at the 80th percentile, and it is the attenuation figure used to select hearing protection against measured workplace noise. At 28dB the Force360 Eco earmuff is rated for the highest-noise environments, though the class you choose should still follow your own noise assessment.
Are the Force360 Eco earmuffs comfortable for long shifts?
A low clamp force reduces pressure for long shifts, so the earmuffs can stay on for longer stretches of work. High-visibility cups add a small visibility benefit on busy sites, and the muffs mount on a headband, with 30mm slots for compatible hard hats.
Done Right Safety Team
Safety, PPE & Workwear Specialists
Written from the product real specifications, its listed AS/NZS ratings and manufacturer supplied detail. Where a listing does not state a rating, the guide says so. Read the editorial standards.
Sources
- Force360 product listing on donerightsafety.com.au
- AS/NZS 1270 (Standards Australia)
- AS/NZS 1270 explained on this hub