3M Solus 1000 Series Safety Glasses

The 3M Solus 1000 Series sits at the top of the 3M safety glasses lineup with a premium sculpted frame profile and 3M's Scotchgard Anti-Fog coating applied to every variant — there is no base-model option without the coating. The frame is available in Blue/Black and Green/Black for department- or shift-coded PPE programs. Four lens tints — Clear, Amber, Gray, and Gray Indoor-Outdoor — cover the full spectrum of industrial light environments, with the Gray I/O variant being the standout for workers who transition frequently between interior and exterior areas. The foam gasket kit (S1101SGAF-KT, S1201SGAF-KT) converts the Clear-lens Solus into a sealed-perimeter dust and splash barrier, bridging the gap between safety glasses and a full splash goggle. For workers who prioritize fit across a varied workforce, compare the 3M SecureFit's PDT temples; for budget programs, the Virua AP delivers Z87.1+ at under $4.

Key Features

• Scotchgard Anti-Fog on every variant — unlike tiered lines that apply anti-fog only on premium SKUs, all Solus 1000 variants come with Scotchgard treatment factory-standard; there is no standard-vs.-AF tradeoff to manage when specifying the Solus.
• Sculpted brow and lateral coverage — the premium frame geometry extends the brow guard above the orbital rim and wraps the lateral edges further than standard-profile safety glasses; reduces debris entry from overhead and angular impact threats.
• Two frame colors for color-coded PPE programs — Blue/Black (S1100 series) and Green/Black (S1200 series) share the same lens options, allowing facility managers to differentiate zones, departments, or contractor vs. employee status by frame color without changing lens specifications.
• Foam gasket kit option (Clear lens) — the KT suffix variants (S1101SGAF-KT, S1201SGAF-KT) include a removable soft foam gasket that seals around the orbital rim, adding protection against fine dust and light splash without requiring workers to switch to a goggle; ideal for concrete grinding, woodworking, or incidental chemical mist.
• Gray Indoor-Outdoor tint — the S1102/S1202 I/O lens applies a gray-tinted coating calibrated for both fluorescent indoor and outdoor conditions, reducing the light-level shock when workers cross between interior and exterior environments repeatedly throughout a shift.
• ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ high-impact certified — full assembly tested to high-velocity impact standard; polycarbonate blocks 99.9% of UVA/UVB; satisfies OSHA 1910.133 and 1926.102 requirements.

Available Tints & Coatings

Applications

• Industrial manufacturing — the premium frame and factory anti-fog coating make the Solus 1000 the natural specification for facilities that provide individual-assigned eyewear rather than shared or disposable stock; workers keep and maintain their own pair over months of use.
• Construction & roofing — Gray anti-fog handles outdoor sunlight; the sculpted brow guard adds protection against falling debris and overhead sawdust that a lower-profile frame would miss; Amber is the go-to for morning fog or overcast Pacific Northwest job sites.
• Concrete & masonry work — the Clear with foam gasket kit (S1101SGAF-KT) provides a sealed perimeter against concrete dust and grinding particles, protecting the eye socket without requiring a full goggle; anti-fog ensures visibility in the dust cloud.
• Chemical & pharmaceutical processing — Clear foam gasket variant blocks light splash and aerosol mist from open vessels; for operations with high-pressure spray or corrosive splash, supplement with a face shield or upgrade to chemical splash goggles.
• Color-coded PPE programs — Blue/Black and Green/Black frame options allow differentiation by department (production vs. maintenance), hazard zone (chemical vs. mechanical), or employee vs. visitor without introducing a second frame model.
• Outdoor utilities & field service — Gray Indoor-Outdoor tint supports field technicians who split their shift between vehicle, outdoor work areas, and indoor electrical panels or equipment rooms; Scotchgard AF handles morning humidity and condensation.

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ANSI Z87.1 Compliance

The 3M Solus 1000 Series carries ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ certification across all lens variants. The "+" indicates high-velocity impact testing: a ¼-inch steel ball at 150 feet per second applied to the full frame-and-lens assembly. Polycarbonate lenses inherently exceed Z87.1 impact requirements and block 99.9% of UVA/UVB radiation. The Scotchgard Anti-Fog coating is applied at the factory and is incorporated into the certified assembly — the coating does not affect impact or optical ratings.

OSHA 1910.133 (general industry) and OSHA 1926.102 (construction) require eye and face protection when workers face flying particles, liquid chemicals, harmful radiation, or other eye hazards. The Solus 1000 satisfies both citations for mechanical impact and UV hazards. The foam gasket kit adds physical sealing against dust and light splash but does not reclassify the product as a chemical splash goggle — environments with corrosive liquid immersion risk require a sealed goggle certified for that specific chemical hazard.

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