Proper laser safety eyewear selection involves more than wavelength and Optical Density (OD) alone.

Frame fit, comfort, side protection, compatibility with prescription glasses, and compatibility with other PPE can all affect safety, usability, and long-term compliance.

Different laser environments may require different frame styles depending on factors such as:

Below are the primary laser safety eyewear frame styles we offer and the applications they are commonly used for.

The Frame 10 Fit-Over is our most popular laser safety eyewear frame by a significant margin.

Benefits include:

This frame is commonly selected because:

In most standard applications involving polycarbonate laser safety eyewear, this frame is highly recommended.

Common product range:

The Frame 35 Spectacle is our most popular option for:

Benefits include:

This is our second most popular frame and is commonly selected for glass and dielectric-coated laser safety glasses.

Common product range:

The Frame 38 Sports-Wrap provides a closer-fitting, lower-profile design with a more modern athletic feel.

Benefits include:

This frame has also been used underneath certain face shields and additional PPE configurations.

The Frame 40 Aviator is one of our less commonly selected frame styles.

Some customers prefer this frame based on personal fit and feel preferences.

The Frame 25 Goggle is the largest and most substantial frame option in our lineup.

It is most commonly used when the selected filter requires a goggle-style frame, such as certain laminated lens configurations where two lenses are bonded together.

Many customers initially assume they need the most coverage possible, but the goggle frame is not always the best choice for comfort or fit. For many applications, the Frame 10 Fit-Over or Frame 35 Spectacle may be a better practical option.

Considerations:

If you are unsure whether the goggle frame is necessary, contact us before ordering.

Frame 27 and Frame 28 are children’s laser safety eyewear frames.

These frames work well for children approximately 1–3 years old.

They are not intended for older children and generally will not fit properly outside that age range.

Yes.

Several frame styles are specifically designed to fit over many prescription glasses, particularly:

Fit compatibility may vary depending on the prescription frame size and shape.

For many standard industrial and laboratory applications involving polycarbonate filters, the Frame 10 Fit-Over is the most commonly selected all-purpose option due to its:

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