As one of the China’s leading safety glasses manufacturers since 2009, we would like to share how to select proper safety glasses from the perspective of color and style in order to enhance the understanding of its application. Mainly from the perspective of the color (lens tint) and style, we are to ensure optimal protection and comfort for users in various work environments.
Here’s a guide as follows:
Color (Lens Tint) Selection
There are different lens colors or tints, designed to enhance visibility, reduce eye strain, and protect against specific light conditions. Below are some common lens colors and their ideal applications:
Clear Lenses
It is designed and used for eye protection without altering color perception, especially when we would like to keep the visibility of the true color.
Best For: Indoor environments with good lighting, general purpose protection, low-light conditions
Common Use: Laboratories, manufacturing, and general indoor tasks
Gray/Smoke Lenses
Safety glasses with gray lenses would be helpful to reduce glare and provide better protection from bright light.
Best For: Outdoor work in bright sunlight or environments with high glare, blocking sunlight without distorting color
Common Use: Construction sites, outdoor labor, and automotive work
Yellow/Amber Lenses
Amber lenses works better for contrast and better visibility in low-light or hazy conditions.
Best For: Indoor environments with low light or overcast outdoor settings, reducing eye strain from artificial light (e.g., in factories or warehouses)
Common Use: Manufacturing, night-time work, or low-light indoor tasks
Blue or Purple Lenses
Blue lenses could help reduce glare from computer screens or fluorescent lights.
Best For: Indoor tasks with artificial lighting or digital work environments
Common Use: Office work or jobs involving heavy computer use
Mirrored Lenses
Safety glasses with mirrored lenses can reflect sunlight and reduce light intensity to provide extra protection from glare.
Best For: Extremely bright outdoor conditions
Common Use: High-glare environments, such as roofing or outdoor construction
Green Lenses
Safety glasses with green lenses protect eyes from welding flash and other bright light sources without distorting the color.
Best For: Welding tasks or when working with intense light and flame.
Common Use: Welding and cutting tasks.
Photochromic Lenses
Safety glasses with photochromic lenses can adjust tint based on light exposure.
Best For: Environments with both indoor and outdoor tasks
Common Use: Workers who frequently move between indoor and outdoor
Style Selection:
The style of safety glasses can greatly influence the comfort, fit, and protection level. Here are some factors to help make decisions:
Wrap-Around Glasses
Purpose: Provide extended protection, covering both the front and sides of the eyes.
Best For: Work environments with flying debris, dust, or particles.
Common Use: Construction, woodworking, and outdoor jobs with wind or debris.
Sport-Style Safety Glasses
Purpose: Combine safety with a sleek, comfortable design. They are lightweight and often have features like rubber nose pads for a secure fit.
Best For: Jobs that require prolonged wear with mobility and comfort.
Common Use: Manufacturing, logistics, and outdoor jobs.
Conclusion
Be sure to make clear where the safety glasses shall be used before the decision – indoor or outdoor. Choose clear or yellow lenses for indoor uses and gray, mirrored, or polarized lenses to reduce glare and protect from UV ray for outdoor uses.
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More information of the safety glasses, check https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glasses#Safety
