Lincoln Viking 2450 ADV Review
Verdict: The Viking 2450 ADV keeps the 3350's 1/1/1/1 4C optics and 2 A TIG rating in a 97 × 62 mm window, adds a removable LED light, and carries a 5-year warranty.
It's in the $300–$600 band, with a spec score of 82/100.Compare it with the top picks in our best welding helmets ranking and the best auto-darkening helmets list, or see every Lincoln Electric welding helmet we rank.
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- Shade5–13 (grind 3.5)
- Viewing area97 × 62 mm (9.3 sq in)
- Arc sensors4
- Switching1/25,000 s
- Optical class1/1/1/1
- Weight639.5 g
- CertificationsANSI Z87.1, CSA Z94.3
- Best forTIG · MIG · stick
Who the Lincoln Electric Viking 2450 ADV (Black) is for — and who should skip it
Buy it if: Welders who want Lincoln's 1/1/1/1 optics and a built-in work light, and don't need the biggest window.
Skip it if: Stick welders running long rods at high amps who want a long dark-to-light delay.
Pros and cons
Pros
- 1/1/1/1 4C lens, four sensors, TIG rating of 2 A AC/DC
- Push-button digital controls for shade, sensitivity and delay
- Removable LED module with its own AA battery
- 5-year warranty on Lincoln's spec sheet
Cons
- 97 × 62 mm window is noticeably smaller than the 3350's 95 × 85 mm
- 639.5 g, or 680 g with the LED module
- Delay only adjusts from 0.1 to 0.25 s
Our review
Lincoln's 01/23 spec sheet (E14.511) lists a 97 × 62 mm view, 1/1/1/1 optical clarity, four sensors, 1/25,000 s switching, shade 5–13 with a 3.5 grind setting, ANSI Z87.1 and CSA Z94.3, and a 2 A AC/DC TIG rating.
The ADV's party trick is the modular LED: it clips onto the shade cartridge, turns on and off by itself, and runs from its own AA battery so it does not drain the lens. The delay control is short, 0.1–0.25 s, which suits tacking but is less flexible for high-amp stick.
At 639.5 g (680 g with the light) it is heavier than the 3350, and the window is smaller. Choose it for the light and the 5-year warranty; choose the 3350 if view size matters more.
Full specs and sources
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Shade range | 5–13 (grind 3.5) | Manufacturer light state not separately stated; grind 3.5 |
| Optical class (EN 379) | 1/1/1/1 | Manufacturer Publication E14.511, 01/23 |
| Viewing area | 97 × 62 mm (9.3 sq in) | Manufacturer 3.82 x 2.44 in; Lincoln markets 9.3 in²; cartridge 4.5x5.25 |
| Lens / plate size | 4.5 × 5.25 in (114 × 133 mm) cartridge | Manufacturer |
| Arc sensors | 4 | Manufacturer |
| Switching speed | 1/25,000 s | Manufacturer |
| Low-amp TIG rating | ≥2 A AC/DC | Manufacturer |
| Certifications | ANSI Z87.1, CSA Z94.3 | Manufacturer |
| Weight | 639.5 g | Manufacturer 680 g with LED module |
| Power | CR2450 (ADF) + AA (LED module) | Manufacturer |
| Warranty | 5 years | Manufacturer |
Spec score: 82/100 (verified specs only — not a test score)
| Part | Basis | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Optical class | 1/1/1/1 | 25/25 |
| Viewing area | 9.3 sq in | 17/25 |
| Arc sensors | 4 | 15/15 |
| Switching speed | 1/25,000 s | 10/10 |
| Weight | 639.5 g | 6/10 |
| Warranty | 5 yr | 5/5 |
| Value | $300–$600 | 4/10 |
Alternatives to the Lincoln Electric Viking 2450 ADV (Black)
ESAB Sentinel A60
ESAB's Sentinel A60 has the largest 1/1/1/1 window we could verify (118 × 71 mm) and the longest certification list of any helmet here.
$300–$600
Lincoln Electric Viking 3350 (Black)
The Viking 3350 pairs a 1/1/1/1 4C lens with a 95 × 85 mm window and a TIG rating down to 2 A, all confirmed in Lincoln's own spec sheet and manual.
$300–$600
Where it ranks
Changelog: Oct 2026: First published. Every pick checked against manufacturer specs and Amazon availability.