Description
Portwest PS52 is a vented full brim polypropylene shell hard hat with a 4-point nylon suspension and ratchet size adjustment. Portwest states it meets ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I Class E and EN 397. This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning from the manufacturer. Colour White. Sold individually. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Portwest PS52 specifications
| Item | Portwest data |
|---|---|
| Part number | PS52WHR |
| Portwest style | PS52 |
| Portwest collection | Head Protection |
| Portwest range | Head Protection |
| Portwest name | Full Brim Future Hard Hat |
| Product type | Hard Hats |
| ANSI Type | Type I |
| Electrical Class | Class E |
| Brim Style | Full Brim |
| Suspension | 4-Point Nylon |
| Size Adjustment | Ratchet |
| Vent Style | Vented |
| Shell Material | Polypropylene |
| Service life (Portwest) | Up to 7 years from the manufacturing date, as long as undamaged |
| Materials | PP, PE |
| Colors | White |
| Carton quantity | 20 per carton |
| HTS commodity code (Portwest data sheet) | 6506101000 |
| Test house (Portwest data sheet) | INSPEC International B.V. (Notified Body No.: NB: 2849), certificate PPE20162115 |
| California Proposition 65 | Portwest's page carries a Proposition 65 warning for this item |
Source: Portwest product page https://portwest.com/products/view/PS52/WHR, fetched Nov 7 2026; Portwest US data sheet PS52; Portwest Sept 16 2026 US file.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by Portwest |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 industrial head protection | ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I Class E, as Portwest states it (Type I = top impact only; Class E (electrical) = proof-tested at 20,000 V). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2014 edition. |
| EN 397 industrial safety helmets | EN 397 -10°C/+50°C, as Portwest states it (-10°C to +50°C = impact and penetration tested after conditioning across that temperature range). |
Source: Portwest product page https://portwest.com/products/view/PS52/WHR, fetched Nov 7 2026; Portwest US data sheet PS52; Portwest US declaration of conformity PS52. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task.
Features
- Full brim hard hat: its wide profile provides extra protection against sun, glare, rain, debris and non-toxic splashes
- Non vented for increased protection against the elements
- Wheel ratchet size adjustment for easy fitting
- 4 points plastic suspension harness
- Soft foam sweatband included
- Up to 7 years lifetime from manufacturing date (as long as undamaged)
Source: Portwest feature list for style PS52 on its product page, fetched Nov 7 2026.
Portwest PS52 family
| Part number | Color | Size | EAN-13 | Weight (Portwest data sheet) | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS52WHR | White | 5036108258925 | 1.05 lb | this page |
Source: Portwest US data sheet carton tables for style PS52 (item numbers, colours, EAN-13, weights); Portwest Sept 16 2026 US file. Each style links to its own page.
Portwest PS52 questions
What is a class E helmet? Class E (electrical) is the ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 class proof-tested at 20,000 volts. The Portwest PS52 is rated ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I Class E, as Portwest states it (Type I = top impact only; Class E (electrical) = proof-tested at 20,000 V). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2014 edition.
What are two types of hard hats? ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I (top impact only) and Type II (top and lateral impact). The Portwest PS52 is rated ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I Class E, as Portwest states it (Type I = top impact only; Class E (electrical) = proof-tested at 20,000 V). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2014 edition.
What are classes of hard hats? ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 electrical classes: G (general, 2,200 V proof test), E (electrical, 20,000 V) and C (conductive, no electrical rating). The Portwest PS52 is rated ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 Type I Class E, as Portwest states it (Type I = top impact only; Class E (electrical) = proof-tested at 20,000 V). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2014 edition.
How do I know if my hard hat is out of date? For the Portwest PS52: Portwest states up to 7 years from the manufacturing date as long as the shell is undamaged; inspect it before each use and replace it after any impact.
How is the Portwest PS52 sold? Individually. Portwest packs 20 to a carton.
What is the Portwest PS52 made of? PP, PE, as Portwest lists it.
Guides: Type I vs Type II · Class G, E and C · vented hard hats and the electrical class · safety helmet vs hard hat · full brim vs cap style · hard hat materials · every hard hat, helmet and bump cap by type and class.
Manufacturer item number: PS52. Documents: Portwest US data sheet PS52 (PDF); Portwest US declaration of conformity PS52 (PDF); Portwest user instruction sheet PS52USP (PDF).
This product carries a California Proposition 65 warning from the manufacturer.
Full brim hard hat with lightweight PP shell. Its wide profile provides extra protection against sun, glare, rain, debris and nontoxic splashes. A 4-point nylon harness with ratchet wheel adjustable size (52-63cm). Soft foam sweat band included.
Source: Portwest product description for style PS52, portwest.com, fetched Nov 7 2026.
