Older Jackson Apprentice AD

[wallythacker]

My Jackson AD apprentice has worked well for me. It's pretty simple, shade 3 when open , shade 10/11 when triggered.

I'm not 100% sure about it having a rechargeable battery in it somewhere. IIRC, it's an all solar powered unit. It's been stored in the dark a few years.

I guess my concern is how do I check my AD for safe operation? Put it on a strike an arc? If the AD doesn't work does the Jackson provide full IR/UV protection even in the light state?

I don't mind a few bright spots that will go away with time if no damage is done but don't relish getting any long term injuries.

Hopefully a Jackson rep can answer.

Hey , if this little Jackson stills works safely I'm considering a step up in their line. I go with what I know what works for me.

[sail2u]

My Optrel MiraPlus is solar operated without a battery and responds to a 100 watt light at 2-3 feet -- no need to strike an arc to test it.

[LuzRD]

my Jackson apprentice also responds to a 100 watt bulb if i have the sensitivity turned up. and thats easier on the eyes than an intentional "test flash"

[wallythacker]

I'm still curious though.

If the AD feature fails to trigger do all modern helmets still provide 100% UV & IR protection or not?

So is it a "real" flash (burning off the fluid eye coating) or more like a flash stun grenade?

Is there any permanent damage from repeated AD failure from blocked sensors or low batteries and whatnot ?

I want to know my visitors (and me) aren't suffering real damage.

thnaks

[wallythacker]

Bump, still hoping Jackson will confirm/deny 100% UV protection if the Apprentice AD fails to trigger.