Eye Health, Safety, Safety Glasses
What are photochromic lenses and how can they enhance your safety eyeglasses?
Jan
You might have seen people with glasses that are clear indoors and turn into sunglasses outdoors. These are called photochromic or light-reactive lenses.
Sensity® lenses (a brand of photochromic lenses we offer) adapt to changing light conditions, providing UV protection and reducing glare outdoors while offering clear vision indoors.
This adaptive feature provides continuous eye comfort throughout the day. Let’s look at some of the features of Sensity lenses and why they are a great addition to your safety glasses.
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Superior Adaptation
Suppose you work at different locations and switch between indoor and outdoor work. In that case, photochromic lenses are an excellent option to keep your eyes protected and your vision clear.
Sensity lenses have light-sensitive molecules that tell the lens to darken when exposed to UV rays, which give you the perfect transitions between indoor and outdoor lighting conditions.
The more UV light they are exposed to, the darker they get!
UV Protection When You Need It
Prolonged eye exposure to UV rays can cause both short-term issues (eye strain, fatigue, irritation) and long-term damage (corneal damage, cataracts, and possibly macular degeneration).
Adding Sensity photochromic lenses to your safety eyewear is a great way to protect your eyes from this damage without having to switch frames when you walk outside.
Enhanced Durability
Sensity photochromic lenses are available in polycarbonate or Phoenix® materials and provide the same level of safety as clear lenses.
These two materials are the best options for durability in safety eyewear to protect against impact, splashes, and debris without shattering and injuring your eyes and face.
Ultimate Convenience
Switching back and forth between indoor safety glasses and sunglasses isn’t just annoying; it can also be dangerous. Taking off your safety eyewear for even a moment in an environment where you need it is an opportunity for serious injuries to happen.
With Sensity photochromic lenses, your safety glasses, prescription glasses, and sunglasses are all combined into one perfect pair. You will never have to switch between glasses throughout your day, saving time and protecting you better.
Sensity photochromic lenses are the perfect feature for versatility and protection. Whether you are working in a variety of conditions that vary from indoor to outdoor or just looking to add another helpful feature to your safety eyewear, consider getting your glasses equipped with this technology.
Sensity photochromic lenses can be added to nearly every frame in our catalog. When you are ready for your next pair of safety glasses, check out the SafeVision catalog and consider this amazing feature!
Adding Sensity light reactive lenses to your safety glasses could be a great option for you!
Sensity Photochromic Lenses FAQ
Light-reactive lenses are suitable for most individuals who require vision correction. They come in various options to cater to different preferences, prescriptions, and lifestyle needs. Sensity lenses, for example, come in a variety of colors with differing strengths of fadeback and glare reduction. There is a Sensity lens for everyone.
Yes, light-reactive lenses like Sensity adapt to light and offer 100% UV protection, helping to safeguard your eyes from harmful UV rays and contributing to long-term eye health.
Light-reactive lenses such as Sensity have rapid adaptation times, getting darker outdoors and clearing up indoors faster compared to some other photochromic brands. This ensures a quick and smooth transition. Note that several variables, such as time of day, angle of the sun, and hat-wearing, can impact performance.
Light-reactive lenses don’t require extraordinary care. However, as recommended for all eyewear, regular cleaning and maintenance help ensure longevity and optimal performance.
Light-reactive lenses don’t require extraordinary care. However, as recommended for all eyewear, regular cleaning and maintenance help ensure longevity and optimal performance.
