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Purchase options and add-ons
- Recommended for TWA noise exposures up to 98 dBA
- Stainless steel headband distributes weight for low pressure fit
- Earcup pivot points tilt for comfort that adjusts to individual wearers
- Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) 25 decibels
- For industrial/occupational use only; Not for consumer sale or use
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 8 x 6 x 4 inches; 10.08 ounces
- Item model number : H9A
- Department : unisex-adult
- Date First Available : September 28, 2004
- Manufacturer : Peltor
- ASIN : B0017YLTAI
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #61,591 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
- #114 in Safety Earmuffs
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Product Description
3M Peltor Optime 98 is versatile, over-the-head earmuffs featuring a stainless steel headband for consistent force and effective hearing protection.
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3M industrial and occupational products are intended, labeled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use. Unless specifically stated otherwise on the applicable product packaging or literature, these products are not intended, labeled, or packaged for sale to or use by consumers (e.g., for home, personal, primary or secondary school, recreational/sporting, or other uses not described in the applicable product packaging or literature), and must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., U.S. OSHA, ANSI), as well as all product literature, user instructions, warnings, and other limitations, and the user must take any action required under any recall, field action, or other product use notice. Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, death, or property damage. For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert. For additional product information, visit www.3M.com.
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Customers like the quality, sound protection, and comfort of the earmuffs. For example, they mention that they work great in an industrial environment, the padding is pretty comfortable, and the size adjustment is quite broad. They appreciate the weight and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on the adjustability.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the earmuffs. They say they work well, are comfortable, and are worth the money. Some mention that the ear muffs work great in an industrial environment with loud machines, and that they work very well on the range. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.
"...im genuinely grateful for that & the fact that they're actually affordable please never change that! more people should be able to experience them...." Read more
"These fit good around my ears, no discomfort at all and work very well on the range...." Read more
"These are great for warehouse work, you are still able to hear if someone speaks loudly to get your attention...." Read more
"These are good quality. Pretty good noise reduction. Comfortable. Would buy again." Read more
Customers like the sound protection provided by the earmuffs. They say that they can cancel out noise very good, and fit comfortably for hours of work. They also say that the level of sound dampening is pretty good, they don't block sound the way foam inserts do, and that they really bring the volume down. They let enough sound through to get the gist of the situation, but dampen. Some say that these ear muffs provide the hearing protection that they need, and have saved them from sensory meltdowns multiple times.
"...its never truly silent for me but using these have still saved me from sensory meltdowns multiple times!..." Read more
"These fit good around my ears, no discomfort at all and work very well on the range...." Read more
"...Bluetooth & for music, but like I said ear buds will work and the sound is great then you don’t hear ANYTHING, even people yelling at you so maybe..." Read more
"These are good quality. Pretty good noise reduction. Comfortable. Would buy again." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the earmuffs. They mention that the padding on the muffs is pretty comfortable, and the ears rest inside is wide and deep enough not to cause discomfort. They also say that they can wear them for a long time and don't bother their head.
"These are good quality. Pretty good noise reduction. Comfortable. Would buy again." Read more
"...too, which is also a change from the previous ones, so they are more comfortable. He loved the yellow color, too...." Read more
"...And they are more comfortable than my super expensive pair i have been using on the gun range." Read more
"...They also are so comfortable that you forget they are on until you do have to take them off (to answer the phone or some other reason) then you..." Read more
Customers like the fit of the earmuffs. For example, they say they fit well, are easy to adjust, and block out noise. The size adjustment is quite broad, so they should fit just about any head. Some mention that the ear protectors are big enough to fit their big melon. Overall, most are happy with the fit and noise reduction of the product.
"These fit good around my ears, no discomfort at all and work very well on the range...." Read more
"...you have large ears these may be where an issue arises, they fit perfectly over my ears but I have to be sure and center them over my ears just right..." Read more
"...So far, I’m pleased with the purchase. The fit is better than the Sport Ultimate, and the noise reduction is comparable for what I need it to block..." Read more
"...It also makes a tight fit with my prescription glasses, and messes up the fit of my CPAP mask, and there's no hope of wearing nearly any of my cute..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the earmuff. For example, they mention it's lightweight, doesn't feel heavier, and has a good balance of effectivity and weight. Some say that the ear muffs are not too big and bulky, and sit quite lightly on the top of the head.
"...they look a lot heavier than they actually are the weight isnt even that noticable, i think the most noticable thing is the pressure around your..." Read more
"...a great balance of great sound deadening on one hand, and relatively light weight and low profile on the other...." Read more
"...That was not the case with his past headphones. These are light weight too, which is also a change from the previous ones, so they are more..." Read more
"...They are lightweight and a very reasonable cost considering how they save hearing and can be used to improve concentration in noisy environments...." Read more
Customers find the earmuffs easy to use. They mention that the wire length is not clear, but it is easy to do. They also say the ear muffs are simple and effective, making them great for flights. Customers also mention that they are easy enough for elementary age students to adjust. They say the bright color makes them easy to find in the clutter. Customers say the level of noise reduction and ease of wearing make them a quick solution.
"...smaller red AO Safety 19 or 20 db model I have, these pair are easy to get on my head without getting all twisted up...." Read more
"...I like these muffs, they fit comfortable and and are easy to take on and off. The yellow color make them easy to spot when put down...." Read more
"...The yellow ear cups make them hard to lose around the house or in the yard. This is my second pair of these...." Read more
"the bright color makes them easy too find in the clutter" Read more
Customers like the versatility of the earmuffs. For example, they say it's great for shooting sports, or around machinery. They also say it works well for outside work and indoor ranges. Some customers also mention that the ear muffs are comfortable and quiet.
"...98's, but I like the cream colored 95's better, only because they are trimmer, are a more unobtrusive color, and are a little less noticeable...." Read more
"...He said they fit nicely, not too tight and he can wear them over his ball cap and also wear them with glasses. They are easy to adjust...." Read more
"...I'm very satisfied with these, they're excellent at the shooting range...." Read more
"...I like them because I can use them while wearing sunglasses without getting my earlobes pinched. Couldn't be happier." Read more
Customers are mixed about the adjustability of the earmuffs. Some mention that the headbands are adjustable up and down, and the ear pieces are soft on the inside. They also say that the design is quite adjustable and should accommodate anyone from a large child up. However, some customers say that it's somewhat lacking for anyone with a head larger than a small child, the muffs cannot be adjusted, and that the adjustment slides are a bit stiff.
"...Once you get that, its easy to adjust...." Read more
"...They work good but sometimes you get a pair that the wire is a bit too stiff." Read more
"...This headset is adjustable by putting it on your head and pull down the ear cups to fit over your ears (instructions printed on the box)...." Read more
"...The only downside is that adjusting them is pretty awkward...." Read more
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These muffs seal around my ears much better than my cheapo muffs, almost to the point of popping my ears if I yank them straight out too suddenly. However, this is due to the sealing action of soft, flexible pad, and not that the head band squeezes too tightly. The plastic on the outside of the ear cup is thick and durable (I sort of knocked these earmuffs off a high shelf onto a concrete floor, and they weren't cracked or damaged in any way), but they're not as heavy or obtrusive as the bigger Peltor muffs (which stick out farther from your head).
The padded top band is also a nice improvement over the hard plastic of the cheap "industrial" muffs I own.
I typically wear my earmuffs over safety glasses and a dust mask, neither of which affects the fit of these muffs. I would expect the arms of the glasses to interfere with the fit, but they still seal very well. I can force the muffs to lift up a bit if I turn my head and flex my neck just so, and at that point I notice a slight increase in transmitted noise. However, the presence of safety glasses does not cause this - the muffs remain comfortably sealed around my ears.
I wanted an alternative which would be a bit less bulky so I purchased a G &F Products. That was a huge mistake; it was broken upon arrival, and the company never responded to my multiple emails. Eventually, because of the unresponsiveness, Amazon simply refunded me.
From a number of comments from other earmuffs, I realized I should stick with 3M. I was concerned about the lower NRR 25 dB rating of this model and a conclusion from an online article that indicated it was weaker at lower frequencies.
So far, I’m pleased with the purchase. The fit is better than the Sport Ultimate, and the noise reduction is comparable for what I need it to block out.
I wanted an alternative which would be a bit less bulky so I purchased a G &F Products. That was a huge mistake; it was broken upon arrival, and the company never responded to my multiple emails. Eventually, because of the unresponsiveness, Amazon simply refunded me.
From a number of comments from other earmuffs, I realized I should stick with 3M. I was concerned about the lower NRR 25 dB rating of this model and a conclusion from an online article that indicated it was weaker at lower frequencies.
So far, I’m pleased with the purchase. The fit is better than the Sport Ultimate, and the noise reduction is comparable for what I need it to block out.