Characteristics and selection of 3M goggles

Many types of work in various enterprises require eye protection during the work process. To protect the mucous membrane from the effects of dust, small particles, caustic substances, radiation, it is customary to use personal protective equipment such as special glasses.

Among the whole variety of such products for the eyes, one can single out glasses, the production and sale of which is carried out by the Russian company 3M.

Safety glasses should be selected taking into account the specifics of the particular enterprise and on the basis of the protection against which substances they will be used.

They are also equipped with additional layers of protection against the effects of various factors and have a number of advantages:

• high degree of eye protection;
• the widespread use of products of this brand;
• diverse lineup;
• comfortable bendable self-adjusting temples that allow people with different face types to wear these glasses with comfort;
• maximum color rendering.

The negative characteristics most often include:

• rapid fogging;
• the appearance of scratches after a short period of use;
• lack of a protective cover included.

All produced glasses models are divided into 2 groups.

Open-type products are similar in design to ordinary glasses and consist of polycarbonate lenses enclosed in a frame and temples. All open-type protective equipment has additional protection for the inside and outside of the lenses from scratches and fogging. The most popular models of open-type glasses include the following options.

• 3M ™ SecureFit ™. They have the highest optical class, do not distort color, are used for protection against ultraviolet radiation, dust and particles flying at high speed. Available in clear, yellow, blue and gray shades.

• 3M ™ Solus ™ 1000. They have additional protection against scratches, the transparency of the lenses is retained even after a lot of wiping and washing. Can be used with temples or elastic strap. They are used for protection against ultraviolet radiation and moving particles. Equipped with softer temples and nose bridges. Available with clear, yellow and gray lenses.

• 3M ™ Metaliks ™ 71460-00002M; 3M ™ 2741 Open Glasses, AS / AF; 3M ™ Solus ™ 1000 S1202SGAF-EU; 3M ™ SecureFit ™ 202 SF202AF-EU... Instances with gray lenses will reliably protect eyes from small particles of dust, sunlight, exposure to chemicals. Also, these models are equipped with additional soft attachments on the temples.

• 3M ™ Virtua AP 71512-00000М. Glasses with clear or gray lens for dust protection. They have additional protection for eyebrows, stylish design, light weight and low cost.

• 3M ™ Visitor 71448-00001M. The clear lenses of these glasses have no additional coating. Can be used over corrective glasses, not intended for long-term use.

• 3M ™ 2820, 2821.2822. Goggles of this series have amber, transparent or gray lenses. They can be used if the room is poorly lit. There is a possibility of adjusting the level of inclination of the lenses.

Closed-type glasses, in addition to standard lenses and frames, have a silicone sealing rubber with valves for ventilation and an elastic headband, which allows you to more securely fix the glasses and prevent them from falling off. The company produces the following models.

• 3M ™ 2890, 2890S - Closed goggles made of polycarbonate, with indirect ventilation. They provide clear visibility and are used for protection in highly dusty environments.

• 3M ™ 2890A - closed protective made of acetate, presented in 2 types: with indirect ventilation and without ventilation. Provide reliable protection in rooms polluted by evaporation of organic compounds.

The main criterion for choosing eye protection is the correct selection of one type or another, depending on the nature of the work and the degree of pollution of the room.

In addition, when buying, you should check:

• authenticity of products, since low-quality products will not provide reliable protection and can be harmful to health;
• the quality of the glasses - no scratches, chips or other damage.
• the degree of comfort - you should choose a model that is suitable in size.
• in working conditions in poorly lit rooms, it is recommended to give preference to models equipped with a flashlight.