Welding spectacles

Working in a workshop or in the automotive industry involves wearing appropriate protective gear. Indeed, intense light, flames, and metal projections can cause serious injuries.

At Rubix, we understand your professional and HSE challenges. Selected by our experts, our comprehensive range of welding glasses is designed to protect your teams. Our models offer a filtering screen and high-performance glass for optimal vision at every workstation. Discover how to choose your glasses according to your usage (MMA, TIG, plasma) and the available options to combine safety, comfort, and performance.

There are several types of welding glasses to meet the demands of industrial environments. Lightweight and equipped with a fixed tint, classic glasses are intended for manual operations such as MMA or plasma. The mask will cover the entire field of vision with a wide screen. Over-glasses are suitable for wearers of corrective glasses during maintenance operations, such as in a workshop.

Among the available options, there is the flip-up pair for visual inspection without removal. For intensive use, tinted or auto-darkening glasses are very practical. A mask shape ensures effective lateral protection against projections and radiation.

Certain European standards are mandatory to regulate visual PPE intended for welding:

• The EN 169 standard aims to ensure precise optical filtration for tinted screens and glasses.
• The EN 175 standard covers physical requirements, such as strength and field of vision.
• The DIN marking indicates the required tint level according to the activity performed (DIN 5 to 13).

In terms of screens, there are two types of models: fixed or auto-darkening. Your choice will depend on the frequency of welding. Regarding the glass, polycarbonate is an essential material. It protects against impacts and light while remaining lightweight. In metallurgy, a solar filter can be useful to enhance visibility depending on the colour of the metal.

For more details, each product is accompanied by a complete technical sheet on the Rubix website. You can also consult customer reviews to assist you in your choices.

Welding work exposes your employees to several serious hazards. Indeed, the light produced can cause eye injuries known as photokeratitis. The flame and high-temperature electrode generate intense flashes.

They can be dangerous even at short distances. Projections pose a high risk of accidents. Sparks and metal particles can reach the eye in a matter of milliseconds. Additionally, there is a chemical risk posed by gases such as ozone and metallic fumes that permeate the working atmosphere.

Working without welding glasses can have severe consequences. Without them, the operator's vision integrity is at risk in the short term.

• UV and IR radiation can cause corneal burns and temporary blindness.
• Early cataracts or partial vision loss may occur with repeated exposure.
• Bright arcs often trigger inflammation of the cornea, known as actinic keratitis.

In extreme cases, some sequelae become irreversible. Wearing a mask or appropriate protective glasses helps eliminate these risks from the first use.

The selection of your glasses primarily depends on the type of activity concerned. Depending on your needs, it is essential to adhere to different criteria:

• Polycarbonate is the reference material, as it is impact-resistant while remaining lightweight.
• For MMA welding, a DIN 5 to 9 tint is sufficient.
• With TIG welding, it is important to go up to DIN 13.
• UV/IR filters serve to block harmful infrared rays.
• A flexible temple system ensures a high level of comfort.
• An adjustable headband or strap provides reliable support even in motion.
• The auto-darkening function is an essential condition for multi-position welders and repetitive tasks.

Rubix recommends a personalised assessment of welding glasses. During your tests, the duration of wear, the professional environment, and associated PPE must be taken into account.

At Rubix, we offer a variety of models selected for their quality:

• The Uvex range offers high performance. For example, the model 9183045 features a scratch-resistant polycarbonate screen with UV400 certification.
• The Giss G Evolution Welder 5 glasses are ideal for intensive use. In addition to a DIN 5 filter, they have adjustable temples and an anti-fog treatment.

Wearing reliable welding glasses ensures the long-term protection of your teams' vision. All models are tested and validated by our safety experts. We also offer various protections for welders, optoelectronic masks, and spare parts.

Consult our selection of glasses and other products on our website. Our advisors are available to guide you in choosing the ideal model.