DEWALT Crosscut Safety Glasses

The DEWALT Crosscut safety glasses feature a translucent semi-rimless frame with a distinctive dual-tone profile, rated ANSI Z87.1+ for construction and industrial eye protection. Available in Translucent/Clear and Translucent/Smoke at $9.39–$12.55, the Crosscut offers a more contemporary aesthetic than traditional safety glass designs while maintaining compliant impact protection.

Construction and Materials

The Crosscut features a semi-rimless polycarbonate lens set in a translucent TPE/plastic frame with rubberized temples for secure fit. The translucent frame provides a lighter visual appearance compared to solid-color safety glasses, suited to workplace environments where aesthetics alongside compliance are a consideration. The wraparound lens geometry provides good peripheral coverage. Both variants are priced similarly, with the clear lens at $12.55 and smoke at $9.39.

Compliance

ANSI Z87.1+ rated for high-velocity and high-mass impact. 99.9% UVA/UVB protection across both lens options. Suitable for general construction, manufacturing, and light industrial environments.

Performance Assessment

The Crosscut performs as a standard wraparound safety glass. The translucent frame is a visual differentiator without affecting protective function. The semi-rimless construction reduces frame weight and is generally comfortable for extended wear. No anti-fog coating is included, which limits suitability in high-humidity environments. The two lens options — clear and smoke — cover basic indoor and outdoor applications.

Strengths

• Translucent frame provides contemporary professional aesthetic suitable for compliance programs with appearance standards
• ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact rating
• Lightweight semi-rimless construction for extended-wear comfort
• Rubberized temples provide secure non-slip retention

Limitations

• No anti-fog treatment; fogging may occur in high-humidity or temperature-transition applications
• Limited to two lens tints (Clear and Smoke); narrower coverage than Contractor Pro's six-option range

Recommended Use Cases

General construction, facilities management, manufacturing, and professional environments where a more contemporary safety glass profile is preferred alongside ANSI Z87.1+ compliance. Clear lens for indoor and low-light conditions; Smoke for outdoor bright conditions.

Verdict

The DEWALT Crosscut is a solid general-purpose safety glass for workers who prefer the translucent frame aesthetic. For expanded tint options, the DEWALT Contractor Pro offers six lens variants. For anti-fog requirements, the DEWALT Converter provides anti-fog coating with the same ANSI Z87.1+ rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Crosscut frame different from other DEWALT safety glasses?

The Crosscut uses a translucent semi-rimless frame construction that provides a lighter, more contemporary appearance compared to DEWALT's solid-color frames. The protective function and ANSI Z87.1+ certification are equivalent to other models in the lineup.

Do the Crosscut lenses include anti-fog coating?

No. The standard Clear and Smoke lens options do not include anti-fog treatment. Workers in high-humidity or temperature-transition environments should consider a model with anti-fog coating.

What ANSI rating do the Crosscut glasses carry?

ANSI Z87.1+ for high-velocity and high-mass impact. 99.9% UVA/UVB protection on both lens tints.

Is the Crosscut available in anti-fog variants?

Not in the current product lineup. The Crosscut is offered in standard Clear and Smoke only.