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Safe for Eclipse Viewing

Best Welds Glass Filter Plate, Shade 14, 2 in x 4-1/4 in, Green

Safe Alternative to Solar Eclipse Glasses

Solar eclipse glasses are crafted eyewear equipped with solar filters, which shield against harmful UV and IR radiation, enabling secure observation of solar eclipses. They safeguard the eyes from potential harm arising from direct sunlight during the eclipse.

Although solar eclipse glasses are widely chosen for secure eclipse viewing, they may come at a high cost and have a limited lifespan. Conversely, welding lenses, constructed from robust glass, provide the most vivid imagery.

Best Welds Welding Lens Features

Best Welds filter plates offer ultimate protection against ultraviolet and infrared rays present in the welding environment
Precision ground and edged to allow a safe and proper fit
Precisely shaded and optically correct

What Is A Shade 14 Welding Lens Used For?

Welding lenses undergo rating based on their light transmittance capacity. This rating scale spans from 4 to 14, where 14 represents the maximum opacity.

Shade 14 welding lenses serve the critical function of shielding eyes from heightened light intensity and radiation levels, typical in tasks like heavy-duty arc welding or specific gas welding procedures. These operations emit concentrated arcs and UV radiation, posing potential hazards to the eyes if inadequately shielded.

Shade 14 welding lenses effectively obstruct all visible light wavelengths except for a minimal portion of green light, thereby enhancing safety during their utilization.

Welding Lens to Use for Solar Eclipse Viewing

NASA recommends a minimum shade of 12 for safe solar eclipse viewing. The darker the shade of the lens, the better the protection.

How to Use Welding Lenses to View Solar Eclipses

To safely view a solar eclipse using a welding lens, follow these steps to construct a makeshift viewing apparatus.

Procure a shade 14 welding lens, renowned for its ability to shield against the sun's intense luminosity.
Securely affix the welding lens onto a sturdy frame, such as cardboard or wood, ensuring a stable attachment.
During the eclipse, position the viewing device in front of your eyes, allowing the welding lens to filter out hazardous radiation while permitting observation of the celestial event.
Verify that the welding lens is of the appropriate shade and remains in optimal condition to ensure adequate eye protection throughout the viewing experience.

Alternatively, welding lenses can be used with any passive shade welding helmet they fit.

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Best Welds Passive Shade Welding Lens Specifications
Welding Shade	14
Typical Application	Construction Mining Railroad Maintenance Cross Country Pipeline General Fabrication Heavy Equipment Heavy Fabrication Maintenance & Repair Oil & Gas Pipeline & Offshore Piping Structural Fabrication Structural Welding
Safe for Solar Eclipse Viewing?	Yes