how effective are these for hearing protection? are they good at blocking out light industrial type noises?
319163
They completely drowned out airplane noise. It is my belief that there is effective as your standard foam earplugs
319164
I concur with the two previous answers. I got them to block out background noise on airplanes and confirming the comments from Julie and scott, for this they work exceptionally well, blocking pretty much all background noise . While I've not tried them in a light industrial setting, I've had lots of experience in that kind of environment and believe they would work well. A word of caution, they are so effective that they will likely also block warning signals in that kind of an evironment, including trucks reversing, and others. USE CAUTION!
319165
I'm not sure about light industrial type noise, as I haven't been in that type of audio situation with them. I have used them with an iPod on airplanes, driving my zero-turn lawnmower, and operating a 18" chainsaw to cut trees and wood, and to operate a walk behind brush hog. All of which I think create a lot of noise, yet I can listen to the music.
319166
I use these mainly when I fly. It blocks out the sounds of the flight attendants repeating the same message over and over on several flights a day! Have not used in an industrial environment.
2182504
Even better, my girlfriend bought them to block out the noise of the kids and they do,these are the best for the money, I don't think anything will block out the noise of a gun completely,I bought them for tools saws, router ect.., work great-Jim
2132435
They have good sound and block a lot of the surrounding noise. Other than their bulk they would work fine.
1695964
They are decent at noise isolation. I can tell that people are talking in my office around me with them on when listening to very quiet music. I can hear my keyboard keystrokes. I think I get about 15, maybe 20 db of noise reduction with the medium tips. You'll probably be able to tell you are on a plane, but will still be able to enjoy music without blasting it. I did not care for the included foam tips. I bought these to replace a set of Etymotic ER4Ps, which block 25-35 dB of noise. They are amazing in that regard.
862011
Yes. They do very well for the price. I personally like them a lot. They block out sound like any others would. I mean, if you're in an area where people are being extra loud, loud machinery, etc, then naturally, it won't block that out, but it serves it's purpose. Don't go into buying these expecting them to be total noise cancelling headphones like you'd find in a firing range or something.
2067723
Actually, for the moment I've decided to try a pair of plain earmuffs. Slightly more bulky and they don't have noise cancellation, but noise cancellation, as far as I can tell, primarily deals with deep noises, not high ones -- and I'm primarily concerned with higher noises. I've tried my roommate's pair of earmuffs and they seem to do the trick.Less than $20: 3M Peltor H10A Optime 105 Earmuff . They review very well.
1965820
3M Peltor Combat Arms Earplugs were designed for hearing protection while firing weapons and industrial noise. I am not sure, but i don't think these would be good for your application.
1989259
Hey Climbing - they will definiteky reduce noise. I actually use them to listen to podcasts while mowing the lawn. They are a little bulky because they cover the whole ear. If you don't mind that then I would recommend them.
379997
Loud is relative. I don't know if these are what one would consider industrial. If you wear cans constantly they can become uncomfortable. They're clean at peak levels and the bottom line is can't find better for the price. Good luck.
536624
Not completely. I have not found anything that will do that as much as try to advertise! I wear them everynight because they do block most ambient sound i.e. fans, tv's down low.
74559
I'm sure these would work for that particular purpose. However, you could probably achieve the same (if not better) results with some simple ear plugs. I use these when shooting as a second form of protection (I also use plugs). I say that to let you know I've never used just the earmuffs by themselves. In that regard, I'm a bit hesitant to say emphatically that these would work well for your proposed purpose.
734257
I would get noise reducing headphones. These are good headphones for listening but don't really block noise necessarily. We have firearm rated ear protection headphones for our daughter and fireworks. Hope this helps!
854672
Yes, and they are light and comfortable to wear, however, I do not think that they are intended for this type of activity and I suspect that you will not enjoy wearing them as they are obviously an over the ear design. You will be amazed at how much control they give you to either cancel noise or increase your hearing. I have no doubt they will protect your hearing, as to whether they are a fashion statement...in the eye of the beholder.
475791
I believe there 85-90. I use them in an industrial factory where its already load so, I find it nice to block out there sounds, and control my sound level of music to beable to hear and work efficiently and safe like at the same time:)
2163096
I use them for both shooting and sleeping. roll them up tight before inserting. once they expand they are hardly noticeable and will block most BG noise.
596028
i would think they'd do the trick for you. they don't block out everything, but definitely take the "hard edges" off sound. i work in a very noisy office, and since using these, nobody is in danger of getting smacked anymore <grin>
2131723
I feel these are only good to keep very loud sounds out. They do not block voice etc, but keep sounds like machinery out.