3M PELTOR Protective Communications: The Full Lineup for Hearing Protection and Job Site Communication

On a loud job site, communication is one of the hardest problems to solve. You're dealing with aggressive equipment noises, power tools, generators, and everything else that comes with a working site.

Trying to protect your hearing and stay in contact with your crew at the same time usually means one of two things. Either you compromise your hearing protection to hear what someone is saying and stay safe, or you keep your ears covered and miss the communication entirely.

3M's PELTOR Protective Communications line is built to solve that problem. These are headsets and communication systems designed for workers who need both full hearing protection and reliable communication.

The lineup covers everything from basic over-ear electronic headsets to professional wireless systems with Bluetooth and integrated two-way radios.

Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common occupational injuries in the trades. The problem is that many workers end up removing their hearing protection to communicate, which defeats the purpose entirely.

Every time you pull an earmuff off to hear a coworker or take a radio call, you're exposing yourself to the exact noise levels the protection is designed to block. Over a full career, that adds up.

The PELTOR Protective Communications line addresses this directly. Electronic hearing protectors use microphones on the outside of the earmuff to pick up ambient sound and voices, then pass that audio through at a safe level while still blocking out dangerous peaks.

You can hear your crew, hear your radio, and hear your surroundings without taking your hearing protection off.

At the higher end of the lineup, you get integrated two-way radios and Bluetooth connectivity that let you stay in touch with your crew across a job site without reaching for a separate device. For workers in construction, utilities, manufacturing, heavy equipment operation, and similar environments, that combination of protection and communication is what keeps people safe and productive on the job.

These are full earmuff style headsets that combine hearing protection with electronic communication features. They're the core of the PELTOR lineup and the most widely used format in industrial and construction settings.

3M MT13H220P3E PELTOR ProTac III Slim Hard Hat Mounted Electronic Hearing Protector with 3.5mm Input is a slim-profile earmuff designed for hard hat mounting.

The slim design keeps the earmuffs closer to your head, which reduces the chance of interference with your hard hat brim or other PPE. The 3.5mm audio input lets you connect a radio or other audio source directly.

3M MT13H221A ProTac III Electronic Hearing Protector Headset with 3.5mm Audio Input is the standard headband version of the ProTac III.

It uses ProTac technology to amplify ambient sounds like voices and alarms while automatically suppressing dangerous noise levels. The 3.5mm input allows for direct connection to communication devices.

3M MT13H221P3E PELTOR ProTac III Headset Hard Hat Attached is the hard hat mounted version of the same ProTac III platform.

It's designed for workers who are already wearing a hard hat and need their hearing protection integrated with it rather than worn separately.

3M MT15H7P3EWS PELTOR WS ProTac XPI Headset Hard Hat Attached takes the ProTac platform further with Bluetooth wireless connectivity added in.

Hard hat mounted, it lets you connect wirelessly to a phone or radio without dealing with cables while keeping both hands free.

3M MT15H7AWS6 PELTOR WS ProTac XPI Bluetooth Headset is the headband version of the WS ProTac XPI with Bluetooth.

If you're not working in a hard hat environment or prefer a standalone headset, this version gives you the same wireless connectivity and ProTac electronic hearing protection in a headband mount.

3M MT16H210F-SV PELTOR Tactical Sport Communications Electronic Headset is designed for environments that require both hearing protection and clear communication in close-range settings.

The electronic listening capability lets you hear voices and environmental sounds while blocking out impulse noise.

3M HRXS221A-NA PELTOR WorkTunes Pro AM/FM Radio Headset is a hearing protector with a built-in AM/FM radio.

For workers who want music or audio content while they work without sacrificing hearing protection, the WorkTunes Pro delivers that in an earmuff format that meets hearing protection requirements.

These headsets take the over-ear format and add integrated two-way radio capability. Instead of connecting an external radio to your headset, the radio is built in.

That matters on job sites where crew communication is constant and you don't want to manage a separate handheld device while you're working.

3M MT73H7A4610NA PELTOR LiteCom Plus Headset with Integrated 2-Way Radio is a headband-mounted headset with a built-in two-way radio.

You can communicate directly with other LiteCom users or compatible radio systems without carrying a separate radio. It's designed for construction, utilities, and industrial environments where crew communication is a regular part of the workday.

3M MT73H7B4610NA PELTOR LiteCom Plus Neckband Headset with 2-Way Radio is the neckband version of the LiteCom Plus.

The neckband mount works better in applications where a headband mount would interfere with other PPE like hard hats or face shields. Same integrated radio capability, different wearing style.

3M MT73H7A4610WS6NA PELTOR WS LiteCom Plus Headset with Bluetooth and UHF Radio adds Bluetooth connectivity on top of the integrated UHF radio.

This version lets you connect wirelessly to a phone or other Bluetooth device while also having the built-in radio for crew communication. For workers who need to manage both crew radio contact and phone calls without juggling devices, this headset handles it all in one unit.

The WS LiteCom PRO III series is the top of the PELTOR Protective Communications lineup. These are built for demanding professional environments where communication reliability is critical and where workers may be operating in hazardous locations.

3M MT73H7A4D10NA PELTOR WS LiteCom PRO III Headset Headband is the standard headband version of the PRO III platform.

It combines electronic hearing protection with an integrated two-way radio and Bluetooth connectivity in a single headset.

3M MT73H7P3E4D10NA PELTOR WS LiteCom PRO III Hard Hat Attached Headset is the hard hat mounted version of the PRO III.

It's for workers who need their communication and hearing protection integrated with their hard hat rather than worn as a separate headset.

3M MT73H7B4D10NA PELTOR WS LiteCom PRO III Neckband Headset is the neckband mount version of the PRO III.

It works well in applications where other head-worn PPE makes a headband or hard hat mount impractical.

3M MT73H7B4D10NA-50 Intrinsically Safe WS LiteCom PRO III Neckband is built for hazardous locations.

Intrinsically safe equipment is designed and certified so that it can't produce sparks or store enough energy to ignite flammable gases or dust. This neckband version of the PRO III meets those requirements, making it appropriate for use in oil and gas, chemical, and other environments where standard electronics aren't permitted.

3M MT73H7F4D10NA-50 Intrinsically Safe WS LiteCom PRO III Headband is the headband version of the intrinsically safe PRO III, carrying the same hazardous location certification.

3M MT73H7P3E4D10NA-50 Intrinsically Safe WS LiteCom PRO III Hard Hat Attached rounds out the intrinsically safe PRO III series with a hard hat mounted option for hazardous location use.

Not every job calls for full over-ear earmuffs. In applications where a smaller, more discreet hearing and communication solution fits better, 3M's PELTOR in-ear communication headsets are a compact alternative.

3M PIC-100 NA PELTOR Professional In-Ear Communication Headset is designed for professional use in environments where full earmuffs aren't practical or preferred.

It delivers in-ear hearing protection combined with communication capability in a much lower-profile package than a full earmuff.

3M PIC-100HD PELTOR Professional In-Ear Communication Replacement Headset is a replacement headset for workers who already have the PIC-100 system in use.

It lets you replace the headset portion without replacing the entire kit.

Keeping in-ear communication headsets working properly over time means replacing the ear tips when they wear out. These replacement tips are designed specifically for PELTOR in-ear communication systems.

3M 370-TEPM-25 PELTOR UltraFit Communication Tip Replacement Tri-Flange Eartips Medium are tri-flange style ear tips in a medium size.

Tri-flange tips have three graduated flanges that create a seal at different depths in the ear canal, which helps maintain both hearing protection and audio quality over time.

3M CCC-GRM-25 PELTOR Triple-C Communication Foam Eartips are foam replacement ear tips for PELTOR communication systems.

Foam tips conform to the ear canal shape and provide a different fit and feel compared to tri-flange tips. Having replacement tips on hand keeps your in-ear headset performing the way it should.

These cables connect PELTOR headsets to radios, phones, or other audio devices through the headset's input jack.

3M FL6H PELTOR Audio Input Cable 3.5mm Mono Plug connects devices with a mono 3.5mm output to compatible PELTOR headsets. Used primarily for connecting two-way radios and similar devices.

3M FL6N PELTOR Audio Input Cable 3.5mm Stereo Plug is the stereo version of the same cable. Used when the connected device outputs a stereo signal through a 3.5mm jack.

3M ARC PELTOR Left and Right Side Attachments for FAST Helmet Rail Systems allow compatible PELTOR headsets to mount to FAST helmet rail systems.

This is primarily used in tactical and public safety applications where the helmet uses a rail system rather than standard industrial hard hat mounting points.

3M TEP-200 PELTOR Tactical Earplug Kit with Environmental Listening and Charging Case is an electronic earplug system that provides hearing protection while still allowing the wearer to hear environmental sounds at a safe level.

The environmental listening feature uses microphones in the earplugs to pass through ambient audio at safe levels while suppressing loud noise peaks automatically. The kit includes a charging case for the electronic earplugs.

Welding Accessories

3M 46-0500-02 Speedglas G5-01 Long Battery Power Cable for Task Light is a replacement or extension power cable for the battery-powered task light used with the Speedglas G5-01 welding helmet system.

It's a support part for welders who use the G5-01 and need the task light cabling for their setup.

With this many options in the lineup, the right choice comes down to a few key factors.

Your mounting preference matters because the same headset is often available in headband, neckband, and hard hat attached versions. If you're wearing a hard hat all day, the hard hat mounted versions keep your hearing protection and your hat integrated and stable.

If you're not always in a hard hat or work in environments where a headband mount is more practical, the standard headband versions work well. Neckband versions are good for applications where overhead clearance or other PPE makes a headband impractical.

Your communication needs determine which tier of the lineup makes sense. If you're working alone or only need to connect a radio occasionally, a headset with a 3.5mm input jack is often all you need.

If you're on a crew that communicates throughout the day, the LiteCom integrated radio models cut out the separate handheld device. If you're managing both radio communication and phone calls or audio, the Bluetooth-equipped models handle both.

Your work environment determines whether standard or intrinsically safe equipment is required. In standard construction, manufacturing, or utility environments, the regular PELTOR models are appropriate.

In classified hazardous locations where flammable gases or dust are present, the intrinsically safe versions of the LiteCom PRO III are required. If you're not sure whether your site qualifies as a hazardous location, your safety officer or site supervisor can confirm.

In-ear versus over-ear comes down to personal preference and the demands of your application. Over-ear earmuffs provide a higher level of passive noise attenuation and are the standard choice for most industrial and construction environments.

In-ear systems are lighter and lower profile, which some workers prefer in applications where full earmuffs are uncomfortable or impractical for extended wear.