Lampworking Glasses Phillips 202 Ace Didymium – Model 9388

The Lampworking Glasses Ace Didymium Model 9388 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 9388 have a durable and lightweight oversized frame made of high-quality plastic. Plus, the 9388 lampworking glasses feature adjustable temples and integrated side shields. These Safety lampworking glasses are available in black.

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.

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