Uvex XC Spectacles

Uvex XC Spectacles. Photo courtesy Uvex division of the Bacou-Dalloz Group.

Uvex XC Spectacles

• Physical/Functional
  • Lightweight rigid thermoplastic frame.
  • Elastomer material on temples for comfort at contact points with face.
  • Frame has ratchet lens adjustment for fitting system.
  • Optional prescription insert available for soldiers who require prescription lenses.
  • Polycarbonate lenses protect the entire eye socket area.
  • Ventilation space between the frame and lens helps reduce moisture.
  • Interchangeable lenses have been treated with anti-fog coating.
  • One size fits all.
• Performance/Protection
  • Ballistic-fragment protection meets MIL-PRF-31013 requirements.
  • Compliant with all ANSI Z87.1-2003 optical performance and protection requirements.
  • Clear and sunglass lenses offer 100% Ultra Violet protection.
  • Does not provide laser hazard protection.
• Components/Materials
  • Frame: Black thermoplastic.
  • Ballistic Lens: Polycarbonate lens (clear & sunglass with anti-fog coating).
  • Temple arms: Black thermoplastic/elastomer pads.
  • Carrying Case: Black cordura nylon.

The Uvex XC protective eyewear is manufactured of a lightweight rigid thermoplastic frame combined with a soft elastomer material on the temple that provides comfort at contact points with the face. The frame features ratchet lens adjustment to complete the fitting system and provides extended wear comfort. The Uvex XC can accommodate an optional prescription insert if required. Using an interchangeable dual 9-base wrap-around polycarbonate lens, the Uvex XC protects the entire eye socket area with exceptional peripheral coverage and unobstructed vision. The Uvex XC has engineered a small ventilation space between the frame and lens that vents the eye socket area to help reduce moisture. All lenses have been treated with anti-fog coating to further reduce the level of moisture and control fogging. The lens has a nominal thickness that provides ballistic-fragment protection, and meets US military eyewear ballistic impact requirements and all ANSI Z87.1-2003 safety requirements. Size: One size fits all.

Uvex XC Spectacles provide excellent ballistic protection, but does not provide eye protection from laser hazards. If a mission requires laser eye protection, the soldier must wear the Sun-Wind-Dust Goggles (SWDG), Ballistic-Laser Protective Spectacles (B-LPS), or Special Protective Eyewear Cylindrical System (SPECS) (with laser lenses). For aoldiers requiring prescription spectacles, the Uvex XC™ spectacle with a prescription lens carrier (PLC) is authorized for use as an alternative to the BLPS.

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