EN ISO 12870:2018

Ophthalmic optics - Spectacle frames - Requirements and test methods (ISO 12870:2016)

Publication date:   Sep 18, 2018

General information

60.60 Standard published   May 2, 2018

CEN

CEN/TC 170 Ophthalmic optics

European Norm

11.040.70   Ophthalmic equipment

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ISO 12870:2016 specifies fundamental requirements for unglazed spectacle frames designed for use with all prescription lenses. It is applicable to frames at the point of sale by the manufacturer or supplier to the retailer.
This International Standard is applicable to all spectacle frame types, including rimless mounts, semi-rimless mounts and folding spectacle frames. It is also applicable to spectacle frames made from natural organic materials.
NOTE See Annex A for recommendations on the design of spectacle frames.
ISO 12870:2016 is not applicable to complete custom-made spectacle frames or to products designed specifically to provide personal eye protection.

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

93/42/EEC

Medical devices

2007/47/EC

Directive 2007/47/EC of the European Parliament and of the council of 5 September 2007 amending Council Directive 90/385/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to active implantable medical devices, Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices and Directive 98/8/EC concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market

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EN ISO 12870:2014

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EN ISO 12870:2018
60.60 Standard published
May 2, 2018

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