Lampworking glasses Phillips 202 Ace Didymium – FitProtek

The lampworking glasses Phillips 202 have a glass violet lampworking lens that provides excellent color recognition for soft glass. These flameworking glasses offer excellent UV blocker, good IR protection, excellent sodium flare blocker, and excellent clarity. Recommended for those who work with lampwork or hot glass in small pieces.

These lampworking glasses FitProtek have a durable and lightweight frame that can be used as a fitover or regular glasses made of high-quality plastic. The FitProtek lampworking glasses feature rubberized temple bars. These Phillips Safety lampworking glasses are available in blue, gray, and pink.

Phillips 202 ACE Didymium glass utilizes rare earth oxides in its composition to provide the same filtration.  This glass is very efficient in filtering sodium flare in addition to providing ultraviolet protection to 390nm.  The ACE Didymiums are becoming a preferable choice of lampworkers.  These glasses are very comfortable for viewing under high ambient light conditions such as when working with glowing heat sources for a duration of time.  Also, although it has a relatively low luminous transmission of 38%, it is not recommended for sun protection use unless UV filtering coatings are applied.  These Lampworking glasses are excellent for working with soft glass and clear borosilicate similar to the old Didymium glasses.

For more options, check Lampworking Safety Glasses