What is the 3M™ PELTOR™ MT13H220A ProTac™ III Slim Ear Muff Black and why choose it?
The 3M™ PELTOR™ MT13H220A ProTac™ III Slim is an electronic hearing protector with headband designed to attenuate harmful noise while allowing ambient sound to be heard at safe levels (below 82 dB). It enables communication with co-workers and lets the user detect warning signals, approaching vehicles and machine sounds, combining hearing protection with situational awareness in noisy industrial environments.
Main features
- Noise-attenuating electronic earmuff with slim cup design.
- Level-dependent ambient listening function to hear surrounding sounds at safe levels.
- 3.5 mm listen-only input (limited to 82 dB) for connection to external devices such as mobile phones, two-way radios or music players.
- Voice-guided menu system for intuitive operation.
- Automatic power-off after 4 hours of inactivity to save battery life.
- Low-battery warning signal.
- Electrodes positioned on the outside of the cup to help reduce sweat-related corrosion.
- Headband version in black for versatile use without helmet adapters.
- Part of the 3M™ PELTOR™ ProTac™ III range, which includes slim and higher-attenuation versions as well as helmet-mounted models.
Technical specifications
Model identification
- Product name: 3M™ PELTOR™ ProTac™ III Slim Ear Muff
- Model: MT13H220A
- Version: Headband
- Colour: Black
Materials (MT13H220A)
- Headband: Stainless steel, PVC, PA
- Headband wire: Stainless steel
- Two-point attachment: POM
- Cushion/attenuation: PVC foil and polyurethane foam
- Foam liner: Polyurethane foam
- Cup: ABS
- Level-dependent microphone windscreen: Polyurethane foam
- Latch: PA
- On/Off/Mode button: TPE
- “+” button: TPE
- “−” button: TPE
Power and operating conditions
- Battery type: 2 x AA alkaline batteries
- Approximate operating time: 100 hours
- Operating temperature: -20 °C (-4 °F) to +55 °C (131 °F)
- Storage temperature: -20 °C (-4 °F) to +55 °C (131 °F)
- Expected service life: 5 years excluding battery
Weight
- Net weight (including batteries), MT13H220A ProTac™ III Slim headband: 303 g
Connectivity
- 3.5 mm listen-only input, limited to 82 dB
Attenuation performance (Europe)
Model: MT13H220A 3M™ PELTOR™ ProTac™ III Slim Earmuffs (headband version).
- Standard: EN 352-1:2002
- SNR (Single Number Rating): 26 dB
- H (High frequencies): 29 dB
- M (Medium frequencies): 23 dB
- L (Low frequencies): 17 dB
Frequency-specific data
- 125 Hz – Mean attenuation: 13.3 dB; Assumed protection: 10.1 dB
- 250 Hz – Mean attenuation: 17.4 dB; Assumed protection: 15.6 dB
- 500 Hz – Mean attenuation: 22.3 dB; Assumed protection: 20.0 dB
- 1000 Hz – Mean attenuation: 28.0 dB; Assumed protection: 24.8 dB
- 2000 Hz – Mean attenuation: 30.8 dB; Assumed protection: 27.4 dB
- 4000 Hz – Mean attenuation: 37.6 dB; Assumed protection: 34.8 dB
- 8000 Hz – Mean attenuation: 37.0 dB; Assumed protection: 32.2 dB
Attenuation performance (North America)
- Standard: ANSI S3.19-1974
- NRR: 21
- CSA Class: B
Attenuation performance (New Zealand)
Standard: AS/NZS 1270:2002, model MT13H220A 3M™ PELTOR™ ProTac™ III Slim Earmuffs.
Standards and approvals
- Conforms to essential requirements of applicable directives with CE marking.
- Tested and approved according to EN 352-1:2002, EN 352-3:2002, EN 352-4:2001/A1:2005, EN 352-6:2002.
- Notified body: PZT GmbH, An der Junkerei 48 F, D-26389 Wilhelmshaven, Germany (Notified Body No. 1974).
Contents of the box
- 1 x 3M™ PELTOR™ ProTac™ III Slim Headset
- 2 x AA batteries
- 1 x User instructions
Accessories (compatible range)
- 3M™ PELTOR™ HY220 Hygiene Kit
- 3M™ PELTOR™ FL6CE/1 3.5 mm Cable
- 3M™ PELTOR™ HY100A Disposable Hygienic Pads
Applications and use cases
The 3M™ PELTOR™ MT13H220A ProTac™ III Slim Ear Muff is intended for noisy environments where hearing protection is required but awareness of surrounding sounds is important. Typical applications include:
- Industrial areas with continuous or intermittent noise.
- Construction sites.
- Railway work.
- Other noisy workplaces where it is necessary to hear environmental sounds, warning signals and communication from co-workers.
FAQ
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What level of hearing protection does the MT13H220A provide?
In Europe it offers an SNR of 26 dB (H: 29 dB, M: 23 dB, L: 17 dB). In North America the NRR is 21 with CSA Class B, and in New Zealand the SLC80 is 26 dB, Class 5.
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What type of batteries does it use and how long do they last?
The headset uses two AA alkaline batteries, providing approximately 100 hours of operating time.
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Can I connect a mobile phone or radio to this headset?
Yes. It has a 3.5 mm listen-only input, limited to 82 dB, for connecting external devices such as mobile phones, two-way radios or music players.
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Does it allow me to hear ambient sounds while protecting my hearing?
Yes. The level-dependent function lets you hear environmental sounds, warning signals and approaching vehicles at safe levels while attenuating harmful noise.
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Is the MT13H220A a headband or helmet-mounted version?
The MT13H220A is the headband version in black. Helmet-mounted versions belong to other models in the ProTac™ III range.
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What is the operating temperature range?
The recommended operating temperature is from -20 °C (-4 °F) to +55 °C (131 °F).
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Does the headset switch off automatically?
Yes. It has an automatic power-off function that turns the headset off after 4 hours of inactivity to conserve battery life.
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How will I know when the battery is low?
The headset provides a low-battery warning signal.
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What is included when purchasing this model?
The box contains one ProTac™ III Slim headset, two AA batteries and user instructions.
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Does the product meet recognised safety standards?
Yes. It is tested and approved according to EN 352-1:2002, EN 352-3:2002, EN 352-4:2001/A1:2005 and EN 352-6:2002, and it bears the CE mark.
Section 14 – Transport information
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Section 8 – Individual protection measures
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