Safety Glasses

Safety glasses for work

Safety glasses protect against fragments, swarf and particles thrown off during machining, assembly, construction and warehouse work. They are lightweight and worn for the whole shift, so comfort and coated lenses make all the difference.

Reading the markings

• EN 166: optical class (1 is best for prolonged use) and mechanical strength, S for increased robustness or F for low-energy impact.
• EN 170: UV filter, typical of clear lenses for indoor use.
• EN 172: sun glare filter for industrial use, for outdoor work.
• EN ISO 16321: the newest standard, found on some models.
• The letters K and N indicate anti-scratch and anti-fog coatings: models with KN in the name have both.

How to choose

Clear lens for indoors, tinted or mirrored for outdoors; wraparound models for good side protection; versions with a seal and elastic strap for dusty environments. If the risk includes liquids or fine dust, move up to safety goggles; to protect the whole face consider visors. Glasses with a shade 5 filter for gas welding are in the welding glassescategory.