Answer
Oct 23, 2023 - 11:56 AM
Yes. Once you have the proper optical density for the power and wavelength of the laser. Laser safety glasses and goggles reduce the amount of laser energy at the given wavelength coming into your eye. The degree the glasses reduce the laser is dependent on what is known as the Optical Density (OD) of the eyewear at the particular wavelength of the laser. See graphic below for how to read the Optical Density.
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This particular lens reduces the transmission of the wavelength from 650-680nm by at least an OD (optical density) of 6. Laser safety glasses and goggles are needed to protect against lasers while using them. At the same time, laser safety eye wear allow visible light to come through that is not stopped by the filter -- so you're able to see what is going on in the field you are working in and the reaction of your laser and the material you are working with. An image below demonstrating visible light transmission is included:
Without any visible light coming through (none-harmful light not from the laser), you would not be able to see anything in your surroundings. The image above illustrates the concept of higher vs lower visible light transmission or "VLT".
If you have additional questions, call us at 1-888-752-7370 or CLICK HERE for more information.
This particular lens reduces the transmission of the wavelength from 650-680nm by at least an OD (optical density) of 6. Laser safety glasses and goggles are needed to protect against lasers while using them. At the same time, laser safety eye wear allow visible light to come through that is not stopped by the filter -- so you're able to see what is going on in the field you are working in and the reaction of your laser and the material you are working with. An image below demonstrating visible light transmission is included:
Without any visible light coming through (none-harmful light not from the laser), you would not be able to see anything in your surroundings. The image above illustrates the concept of higher vs lower visible light transmission or "VLT".
