EN 1836:1997

Personal eye protection - Sunglasses and sunglare filters for general use

Publication date:   Jan 30, 2004

Scope

This standard specifies physical properties (mechanical, optical etc.) for sunglasses and sunglare filters of nominal plano power which are not prescription lenses, intended for protection against solar radiation for general use, for social and domestic purposes, including road use and driving. Guidance for selection and use of these filters is given in (informative) annex A. For sunglasses and sunglare filters for industrial use, EN 166:1995 and EN 172:1994 apply. This standard does not apply to eyewear for protection against radiation from artificial light sources, such as those used in solaria. EN 170:1992 applies for these filters. This standard does not apply to ski goggles, for which EN 174:1996 applies, or other types of eye protection used for leisure activities. This standard does not apply to sunglasses and filters that have been medically prescribed for attenuating solar radiation.

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