Clear Lens Safety Glasses

ANSI Z87.1+ · Distortion-Free Clear Lenses · Indoor & General Industry · UV & Anti-Scratch

Clear lens safety glasses are the everyday workhorse of industrial eye protection — distortion-free, true-color vision with full ANSI Z87.1+ impact protection for indoor and general-purpose work. When the hazard is flying debris, dust, or accidental contact rather than glare, a clear lens gives you maximum visibility in shops, warehouses, and on indoor jobsites without dimming the work in front of you. This collection gathers our clear ANSI safety glasses for manufacturing, warehousing, assembly, and indoor construction, including anti-fog and foam-lined clear models for tougher environments.

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What Are Clear Lens Safety Glasses?

Clear lens safety glasses are protective eyewear built around an uncolored, optically clear polycarbonate lens certified to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+. The "+" denotes the high-velocity impact rating — protection against a quarter-inch steel ball traveling at 150 feet per second — which is the level OSHA expects for most industrial impact hazards. Polycarbonate is the standard lens material because it is lightweight, inherently UV-blocking, and far more impact-resistant than glass or standard plastic. A clear lens transmits the most visible light of any tint, making it the right default for indoor work, low-light areas, and any task where accurate color and detail matter.

For bright outdoor conditions you'll want a tinted or polarized lens instead, and for crews moving in and out of buildings, an indoor/outdoor lens bridges the gap.

Best Applications for Clear Lens Safety Glasses

General industry — the standard all-purpose eye protection for any indoor hazard
Manufacturing & assembly — machining, fastening, and line work with flying particles
Warehousing & logistics — picking, packing, and material handling under artificial light
Indoor construction — drywall, framing, electrical, and finishing work
Maintenance & facilities — repairs and inspections where color accuracy matters
Laboratories & cleanrooms — clear vision for detail work and instrument reading

Key Features to Look For

ANSI Z87.1+ certification — the baseline for jobsite impact protection
Polycarbonate lens — light, tough, and UV-blocking
Anti-scratch hardcoat — keeps clear vision clear after daily handling
Anti-fog option — essential for humidity, temperature swings, and exertion (see anti-fog safety glasses)
Wraparound design — side protection against debris
Adjustable temples & nose pads — a comfortable, secure fit for all-day wear
Foam gasket (optional) — for clear vision in dusty work, see foam-lined

Popular Brands

Clear-lens models are available across every major brand we carry. The 3M Solus 2000 and Uvex Genesis XC both offer clear, anti-fog-coated options, and you'll find clear variants throughout Pyramex, MCR Safety, DeWalt, Ergodyne, and 3M.

How To Choose The Right Clear Lens Safety Glasses

Verify Z87.1+. For impact hazards, you want the high-velocity rating, not a basic Z87 impact-only mark.
Add anti-fog if you face humidity, cold-to-warm transitions, masks, or heavy exertion — fogging is the number-one reason workers remove their glasses.
Choose a foam-lined clear lens for grinding, sanding, or dusty sites where fine particles get behind standard frames.
Match the fit. Adjustable temples, soft nose pads, and a wraparound shape improve all-day comfort and coverage.
Keep a tinted pair too if any of the work moves outdoors — see tinted safety glasses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are clear lens safety glasses used for?

They're the standard for indoor and general-industry eye protection — manufacturing, warehousing, assembly, indoor construction, labs, and maintenance — anywhere the hazard is flying debris or dust rather than sun glare. The clear lens preserves maximum visibility and true color.

Are clear safety glasses ANSI Z87.1 rated?

The models in this collection are certified to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, and most carry the Z87+ high-velocity impact rating. Look for the "Z87+" mark on the frame or lens to confirm it meets the impact level OSHA expects for industrial work.

Do clear safety glasses block UV?

Yes — polycarbonate lenses inherently block essentially all UV (UV400), even when clear, because UV protection comes from the lens material rather than the tint. That makes a clear lens suitable for incidental outdoor exposure, though a tint is more comfortable in bright sun.

Should I get clear or anti-fog lenses?

If you experience any fogging — from humidity, temperature changes, face coverings, or exertion — choose a clear lens with an anti-fog coating. It's the same clear visibility with a treatment that keeps the lens from clouding. Browse our anti-fog safety glasses.

Can I wear clear safety glasses outdoors?

You can — they protect against impact and UV — but in bright sun a clear lens offers no glare relief and can cause squinting and fatigue. For outdoor work, a tinted, polarized, or indoor/outdoor lens is more comfortable while providing the same impact protection.

What lens material is best for clear safety glasses?

Polycarbonate is the standard and best all-around choice: it's lightweight, naturally UV-blocking, and far more impact-resistant than glass or acrylic, which is why it dominates ANSI Z87.1 eyewear. An anti-scratch hardcoat is worth adding to keep polycarbonate clear over time.

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Gateway Safety StarLite Safety Glasses

Gateway Safety

$5.53 - $40.24

$5.53

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Honeywell Uvex Genesis XC Safety Glasses

Uvex

$12.65 - $29.84

$12.65

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3M Solus 2000 Series Safety Glasses

$13.45 - $26.63

$13.45

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Uvex S3960HS Stealth HydroShield Clear Safety Goggles

Honeywell

$14.49 - $14.49

$14.49

$14.49 - $14.49

$14.49

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Uvex Millennia Safety Glasses

Uvex

$4.48 - $4.48

$4.48

$4.48 - $4.48

$4.48

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Uvex Tirade Gray Lens and Uvextra Anti-Fog Coating / Black/Gray Safety Glasses

Uvex Tirade Sealed Safety Eyewear

Uvex

$13.99 - $13.99

$13.99

$13.99 - $13.99

$13.99

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DEWALT DPG110 Chisel Smoke Lens Safety Glasses

DEWALT DPG110 Chisel Safety Glasses

DEWALT

$11.50 - $14.49

$11.50

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DEWALT DPG107 Supervisor Premium Safety Glasses

DEWALT

$10.20 - $12.17

$10.20

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Pyramex Mini Ztek Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$3.49 - $8.09

$3.49

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Pyramex Velar Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$8.49 - $9.47

$8.49

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Pyramex I-Force Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$18.40 - $21.09

$18.40

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Pyramex Ztek Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$2.99 - $36.95

$2.99

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Pyramex Venture II Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$3.99 - $10.25

$3.99

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Pyramex Itek Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$4.99 - $9.29

$4.99

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Pyramex Intruder Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$5.19 - $10.49

$5.19

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Pyramex Endeavor Plus Safety Glasses

Pyramex

$5.75 - $15.08

$5.75

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Carhartt Billings Safety Glasses

Carhartt

$8.99 - $11.49

$8.99

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Pyramex Cortez Safety Eyewear

Pyramex

$4.49 - $7.49

$4.49

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Pyramex Alair Safety Eyewear

Pyramex

$2.53 - $6.99

$2.53

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Pyramex Goliath Safety Eyewear

Pyramex

$4.89 - $30.59

$4.89

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Pyramex Exeter Safety Eyewear

Pyramex

$4.75 - $13.09

$4.75

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Carhartt Carbondale Safety Glasses

Carhartt

$10.65 - $39.99

$10.65

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Pyramex Emerge Safety Glasses with Reader Lenses

Pyramex

$9.06 - $14.20

$9.06

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Ergodyne

$5.95 - $5.95

$5.95

$5.95 - $5.95

$5.95

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Ergodyne Skullerz AEGIR Blade-Style Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1+

Ergodyne

$25.35 - $25.35

$25.35

$25.35 - $25.35

$25.35

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Ergodyne Skullerz DAGR Half-Frame Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1+

Ergodyne

$23.45 - $31.65

$23.45

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Ergodyne Skullerz ODIN-AF Anti-Fog Safety Glasses (ANSI Z87+)

Ergodyne

$15.49 - $15.49

$15.49

$15.49 - $15.49

$15.49

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Ergodyne Skullerz ODIN Safety Glasses — ANSI Z87.1+, Clear Lens

Ergodyne

$23.45 - $31.65

$23.45

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Uvex S3960D Stealth Safety Goggles — Clear Dura-Streme Anti-Fog OTG

Uvex

$37.00 - $37.00

$37.00

$37.00 - $37.00

$37.00

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Uvex S3970D Stealth OTG Safety Goggles — Clear Dura-Streme

Uvex

$42.00 - $42.00

$42.00

$42.00 - $42.00

$42.00

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$32.27 - $32.27

$32.27

$32.27 - $32.27

$32.27

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Uvex B000BQUTQS Stealth Safety Goggles — Clear Uvextreme Anti-Fog

Uvex S39610C Stealth Safety Goggles, Clear Uvextreme Anti-Fog Sealed Goggle (Indirect Vent)

Uvex

$18.96

$18.96 - $18.96

$18.96

$16.50

$16.50 - $16.50

$16.50

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Uvex B016IHFAWQ Stealth Safety Goggles — Clear HydroShield

Uvex

$17.86

$17.86 - $17.86

$17.86

$14.49

$14.49 - $14.49

$14.49

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Sellstrom S80225 Odyssey II Safety Goggles — Clear Lens

Sellstrom

$33.80

$33.80 - $33.80

$33.80

$26.15

$26.15 - $26.15

$26.15

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EinKau B0CJVDBZW3 Lab Safety Goggles — Chemical Splash Protection

EinKau Lab Safety Goggles B0CJVDBZW3 — Sealed Chemical Splash Protection Goggle

EinKau

$4.35 - $4.35

$4.35

$4.35 - $4.35

$4.35

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OXG B0BGRPV7DJ Safety Goggles — Clear Anti-Fog 6-Pack

OXG

$22.95 - $22.95

$22.95

$22.95 - $22.95

$22.95

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Super More Safety Goggles, Clear Anti-Fog Indirect-Vent Sealed Eye Protection

Super More

$12.99 - $12.99

$12.99

$12.99 - $12.99

$12.99

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