Pyramex Safety Glasses

Pyramex Safety Glasses — 14 Models, All ANSI Z87+

Pyramex safety glasses deliver ANSI Z87.1+ rated impact protection across a wide range of frame styles and price points — from the Ztekfor high-volume job site distribution to the I-Force dual-pane anti-fog glassesfor demanding environments. The Pyramex lineup covers standard wraparound, half-frame, frameless, large-coverage, and over-the-glasses styles, with options for reader magnification (Emerge), dual-pane anti-fogging (I-Force), and polycarbonate lenses in clear, gray, amber, and indoor/outdoor tints. Every model carries the ANSI Z87.1+ high-velocity impact certification. Browse the full safety glasses collection or shop Pyramex below.

Vendor: Pyramex | Compliance: ANSI/ISEA Z87+ on all 14 eyewear models | Variants: 116 lens and frame options

Which Pyramex Safety Glasses Should You Choose?

Fifteen products carry this tag; fourteen of them are eyewear

⚠ The fifteenth is the Pyramex Ridgeline XR7 Safety Helmet — a Type 1 Class E hard hat with a 6-point ratchet suspension, filed here as well as in head protection where it belongs. It is a good helmet and it is not eyewear: it is certified to ANSI Z89.1, the head-protection standard, not to Z87.1. We have flagged it for recategorization. Everything else on this page is eyewear, and the counts below describe those fourteen.

⭐ All fourteen state the Z87+ designation in their own listings, which is worth saying plainly because it is unusual — most brand ranges we have measured are mixed, with some models publishing the high-velocity impact designation and others only the base rating. Pyramex is consistent across this shelf. As always the authority is the item rather than the page: look for Z87+ stamped on the frame temple and the lens.

116 options across 14 models — and why the dropdown matters here

This is the largest variant range of any eyewear collection on the site: 116 lens and frame combinations, with the Ztek alone offering 14 and the Venture II 13. That is mostly good news — you can match tint to conditions without changing frame — but it puts a lot of consequential choice into a dropdown.

⚠ The Emerge Reader is the case to read carefully. It is a bifocal safety glass, and its variants include +1.5, +2.0, +2.5 and +3.0 diopter readers, a Custom Rx option, and — in the same list — an IR 5.0 welding filter. Those are not interchangeable: an IR 5.0 lens is a welding shade and is far too dark for general work, while a +3.0 reader is useless at arm's length. One product page, one dropdown, and two completely different jobs. Check the selected variant before ordering, and check it again on arrival.

The same principle applies more mildly across the range: lens tint is a variant on most of these models, so a "clear" model and a "smoke" model are usually the same product ordered differently. Choose the frame for fit and coverage first, then the lens for the light — clear lens for indoor and color-critical work, tinted for sun, and indoor/outdoor if your shift crosses the door repeatedly.

Where Pyramex glasses stop and other eye protection starts

Safety glasses handle impact from the front and the side. They do not seal, so they do not stop a liquid splash, a fine dust, or anything arriving from below. If splash or dust is the hazard, the answer is a goggle rather than a better pair of glasses — and Pyramex builds several, including the Cappture Plus and the I-Force goggle versions of the glasses on this page. Those sit in safety goggles rather than here, which is worth knowing because searches for "Pyramex Cappture safety glasses" are common and the Cappture is a goggle. For grinding, chipping or anything that throws material at the face, add a face shield — worn over primary eye protection, never instead of it.

Pyramex lens technology and frame materials

Pyramex uses polycarbonate lenses across its safety glasses line. Polycarbonate is the standard for ANSI Z87.1+ safety eyewear: it's 10 times more impact-resistant than regular plastic, blocks 99.9% of UVA and UVB by material composition, and is lightweight enough for extended wear. The I-Force model uses a dual-pane lens design — two polycarbonate lenses separated by a dead air space — which provides passive anti-fog performance by insulating the inner lens from temperature changes. This makes the I-Force the best Pyramex option for consistently fogging environments like kitchens, cold storage, outdoor work in variable temperatures, and manufacturing with steam or heat. Standard Pyramex models do not have a coated anti-fog layer, though many are available in anti-fog coated variants (check individual listings for "-AF" options). Frames are made from nylon (TR90) or polycarbonate, with adjustable temple lengths on many models. Most models include rubber nose pieces and temple tips for grip during active work.

ANSI Z87.1+ Compliance and OSHA Requirements

All Pyramex safety glasses in this collection carry the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ certification — the "+" marking confirms high-velocity impact testing at 150 fps in addition to the high-mass drop test. The ANSI marking is molded into both the lens and the frame on every model. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 (general industry) and 1926.102 (construction) require eye protection to meet ANSI Z87.1. For employers issuing glasses under a safety program, verify that the ANSI Z87.1+ marking is visible on both the lens and the frame as required for compliance documentation. If your hazard assessment requires protection from chemical splash, liquid droplets, or dust entering from the sides or top, move to safety goggles instead — safety glasses do not provide a sealed perimeter.

Our methodology: how this collection was compared

All fifteen tagged products were read against what each listing publishes — title, specification, product type and the full variant list — and counted rather than described: 14 eyewear models, 116 lens and frame combinations, and 14 of 14 stating the ANSI Z87+ designation, plus one product that is not eyewear at all and is named above rather than quietly included in the count. We report the rating each listing states and do not upgrade a base Z87.1 claim into a Z87+ one; here that distinction happens not to bite, because Pyramex publishes the plus consistently, but it is the same rule that produced a 10-of-16 split on another brand's shelf. Prices have been removed from this page entirely — an earlier version carried them in the meta title, the meta description, the headline and eight table cells, and affiliate prices go stale faster than anyone updates a category page. Standards context comes from OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 and the hazard-assessment requirement at 29 CFR 1910.132, with impact-test definitions from ANSI/ISEA Z87.1. We do not impact-test eyewear and hold no safety certification.

Why trust this comparison

WC Safety is an independent review site with no products of its own — every purchase link goes to Amazon and we earn an affiliate commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. We take no orders, hold no stock and cannot fulfill bulk or custom-packaging requests; an earlier version of this page implied otherwise and that has been corrected. Pyramex does not pay for placement or ordering here and supplied nothing to us — which is why this page can tell you that one of its own listings is a hard hat, that a reader lens shares a dropdown with a welding filter, and that cheap Z87+ glasses are as impact-rated as expensive ones and often much less pleasant to wear.

Frequently asked questions — Pyramex safety glasses

Are Pyramex safety glasses actually rated the same as more expensive brands?

For impact, yes — and this is the question the low price prompts. ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 is a pass-or-fail standard, so a frame stamped Z87+ has passed the same high-velocity impact test whether it cost three dollars or thirty. All fourteen eyewear models here state that designation. What the money buys is everything that is not impact: coating durability, optical clarity at the lens edges, how long the anti-fog lasts, temple comfort over a ten-hour shift, and whether the frame survives being sat on. ⚠ The practical consequence is that cheap Z87+ glasses are genuinely safe and often genuinely unpleasant — which matters, because eye protection that is uncomfortable gets pushed up onto the forehead.

What does dual-pane mean on the Pyramex I-Force, and is it better than anti-fog coating?

They solve the same problem differently. An anti-fog coating is a hydrophilic layer on the inner lens that spreads condensation into a film instead of droplets — effective, and it wears off, faster if you clean it wrong. Dual-pane construction puts two lenses with an air gap between them, so the inner surface never reaches the temperature at which condensation forms; it is the same principle as double glazing. ⭐ Dual-pane does not wear out, which is its real advantage over a coating. It is heavier, costs more, and cannot be retrofitted. If fogging is the reason you keep taking your glasses off, it is worth the step up; if fogging is occasional, an -AF coating handles it.

Can I get Pyramex safety glasses with reading magnification?

Yes — the Emerge Reader is the model, and it offers +1.5, +2.0, +2.5 and +3.0 diopter options plus a Custom Rx route. It is a full-lens magnifier rather than a bottom-segment bifocal, so the whole lens carries the correction, which suits sustained close work and is disorienting for walking around. ⚠ Its variant list also contains an IR 5.0 welding filter, which is an entirely different lens in the same dropdown — select carefully. More options across brands are in safety reading glasses and bifocal safety glasses.

How should safety glasses be cleaned so the coating survives?

Rinse first, wipe second — in that order, and the order is the whole answer. Wiping dust off a dry lens drags grit across the coating and is the single commonest way a new pair becomes a scratched pair inside a week. Rinse with clean water, then dry with a microfiber cloth or a lens wipe. ⚠ Avoid paper towel, shirt tails, and any cleaner containing alcohol, ammonia or solvent: those strip anti-fog coatings specifically, which is why a pair can start fogging after a month of otherwise careful use. Store them in a case or a pouch rather than face-down on a bench — most scratches happen when the glasses are not being worn.

How is the Pyramex I-Force different from standard anti-fog safety glasses?

The I-Force uses a dual-pane lens system — two polycarbonate lenses with a dead air space between them — to passively insulate the inner lens from temperature changes. Standard anti-fog coatings absorb moisture vapor to prevent condensation, but they can saturate and fail in consistently hot or humid environments. The I-Force's dual-pane design doesn't rely on a coating, so it maintains anti-fog performance throughout a full shift in demanding conditions like kitchens, foundries, and outdoor work in cold-to-warm transitions.

What is the difference between the Ztek and Mini Ztek?

The Pyramex Ztek (S2510S) and Mini Ztek (S2510SN) share the same frameless, low-profile design but differ in lens size. The Mini Ztek has a narrower lens and smaller overall frame, making it a better fit for smaller facial structures, youth workers, and women who find standard safety glasses too large. Both are ANSI Z87.1+ rated and carry the same price point.

Do Pyramex glasses have a reader / bifocal option?

Yes. The Pyramex Emerge Reader (SKU SG7910D15) is a full-lens reader — +1.5 magnification across the whole lens, not a bottom bifocal segment. This allows workers to see close-up detail for inspection, assembly, or wiring tasks without removing their safety glasses. The Emerge is ANSI Z87.1+ rated. If you need a higher diopter or prescription correction, consider prescription safety glasses or an OTG style worn over corrective lenses.

Are Pyramex safety glasses good for outdoor use?

Yes, with the right lens tint. Clear lenses are ideal for indoor and low-light use. For outdoor work, Pyramex offers gray and smoke tints that reduce overall brightness, amber lenses for contrast in overcast conditions, and mirror-coated lenses for high-glare environments. The Exeter (SB5110DT) and Goliath (SB5610D) provide larger lens coverage suited to outdoor environments. All polycarbonate lenses block 99.9% of UV regardless of tint color.

What does "DT" mean in Pyramex model numbers like SB5110DT?

"DT" in Pyramex SKUs typically indicates a dual-tinted lens — an indoor/outdoor lens that has a gray or smoke tint light enough for indoor use but dark enough to reduce glare in moderate outdoor conditions. This makes DT lenses a versatile single-pair solution for workers who move frequently between indoor and outdoor environments during a shift. Pure outdoor workers in bright sunlight generally prefer a darker standard gray tint.

Can Pyramex safety glasses be used over prescription glasses?

Standard Pyramex models are not designed for OTG use and may not fit comfortably over prescription frames. For prescription wearers, look for OTG-specific safety glasses in the safety glasses collection, or choose a Pyramex model with a larger frame opening. The alternative is prescription safety glasses with a corrective lens ground into an ANSI Z87.1+ frame.

How do I order Pyramex glasses in bulk for a job site?

Pyramex is the line most often chosen for bulk jobsite distribution, because the per-unit cost of the frameless models is low enough that issuing a fresh pair beats cleaning a scratched one — the Ztek (S2510S) and Venture II (SB1810S) are the usual choices. ⚠ WC Safety is a review site and does not take orders; for genuine bulk quantities, custom packaging or logo printing, go to a Pyramex distributor or to Pyramex directly, since neither Amazon nor any affiliate link handles those. What we can tell you is what to specify: models arrive individually packaged with the Z87+ markings visible on frame and lens, and it is worth confirming the marking is present on arrival rather than assuming it from the box.

Are Pyramex glasses CSA certified for Canadian workplaces?

CSA certification (CSA Z94.3) is the Canadian standard for eye and face protection and is separate from ANSI Z87.1. Many Pyramex models are certified to both standards, but certification varies by model and lens variant. Check the individual product listing or Pyramex's documentation for specific CSA Z94.3 certifications. ANSI Z87.1+ rated glasses are accepted in many Canadian workplaces but verify with your provincial occupational health and safety authority.