Abstract

This part of ISO 12312 applies to all afocal (plano power) products intended for direct observation of the sun, such as solar eclipse viewing, including those worn on the face, attached to headwear or handheld. Information on the use of filters for direct observation of the sun is given in Annex A. This part of ISO 12312 does not apply to the following: a) afocal (plano power) sunglasses and clip-ons for general use intended for protection against solar radiation; b) sunglasses that have been medically prescribed; c) prescription sunglass lenses; d) eye protectors specifically intended for sports (e.g., ski goggles or other types); e) eyewear for protection against radiation from artificial light sources, such as those used in solaria; f) solar filters for optical systems such as cameras, telescopes and binoculars.

Begin

2024-08-28

WI

00085105

Planned document number

DIN EN ISO 12312-2

Project number

02703446

Responsible national committee

NA 027-01-01 AA - Eye protective equipment  

Responsible european committee

CEN/TC 85/WG 1 - Sunglasses and sports eye protectors  

Responsible international committee

ISO/TC 94/SC 6 - Eye and face protection  

draft standard

Eye and face protection - Sunglasses and related eyewear - Part 2: Filters for direct observation of the sun (ISO/DIS 12312-2:2025); German and English version prEN ISO 12312-2:2025
2025-10
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previous edition(s)

Eye and face protection - Sunglasses and related eyewear - Part 2: Filters for direct observation of the sun (ISO 12312-2:2015); German version EN ISO 12312-2:2015
2015-11

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