Sellstrom Odyssey II S80210 Cutting Goggle — Shade 5 IR
EDITORIAL REVIEW: 4.6/5 WC Safety Review — Sellstrom Odyssey II S80210 Cutting Goggle — Shade 5 IR Best For: Cutting, brazing, and grinding in hot fabrication and foundry settings — the flexible...
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Best For: Cutting, brazing, and grinding in hot fabrication and foundry settings — the flexible high-temperature frame and FR strap take heat that stiffer goggles do not, with a Shade 5 IR lens and indirect venting.
Not For: Arc welding (use a helmet) or light soldering where Shade 3 is more comfortable.
Bottom Line: The high-temp, do-everything sealed cutting/grinding goggle — flexible frame, FR strap, Shade 5 IR. For a wider grinding lens, compare the Lincoln K3118-1.
Editorial assessment by the WC Safety Editorial Team. WC Safety did not laboratory-test this product; scoring reflects published manufacturer specifications, ANSI Z87.1 marking, application fit, and category expertise.
Sellstrom Odyssey II S80210 Cutting Goggle — Shade 5 IR Overview
The Sellstrom Odyssey II S80210 is a flexible, impact-resistant cutting and grinding goggle with a Shade 5 IR/UV lens, indirect top-and-bottom venting, a high-temperature frame and a flame-retardant strap, ANSI Z87.1. It is built for hot fabrication and foundry work where heat and grit punish ordinary goggles. Browse the full welding goggles collection and the broader safety goggles and eye protection ranges, and see when a goggle beats glasses in safety glasses vs goggles.
Where the Sellstrom Odyssey II Fits in Eye-Protection Selection
Match the eye protection to the process. Shade 5 is for oxy-fuel cutting, brazing, and high-temp work; arc welding needs a helmet instead. Confirm filter density in our welding shade-number reference, the impact/marking rules in ANSI Z87.1, and the employer requirement in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133.
Who Should Buy the Sellstrom Odyssey II?
- Buy it if you cut, braze, or grind in hot, high-spatter environments and want a heat-tolerant frame.
- Buy it if you want a sealed Shade 5 goggle with indirect venting and an FR strap.
- Choose another shade if your process differs — Shade 5 Lincoln K3118-1 or Shade 3 K3118-2.
- Choose open glasses instead for quick incidental torch work — see welding safety glasses.
- Choose a helmet instead for arc welding — the welding helmets guide.
What Does the Sellstrom Odyssey II Protect Against?
| Hazard | Fit | Buyer guidance |
|---|---|---|
| IR/UV from oxy-fuel cutting, brazing, and high-temp work | Shade 5 | Correct density for this process class. |
| Sparks, slag & spatter | Sealed | The goggle body blocks multi-angle spatter open glasses miss. |
| Grinding particles & impact | ANSI Z87.1 | Impact-rated — see Z87.1 explained. |
| Arc-welding radiation | Not suitable | Arc work needs a helmet, not a fixed-shade goggle. |
What the Sellstrom Odyssey II Does NOT Protect Against
- It is not for arc welding (MIG/TIG/stick) — those require an auto-darkening helmet.
- It is a fixed Shade 5 — light soldering is more comfortable in Shade 3.
- It is not a face shield — add one over the goggle for full-face grinding coverage.
Important: Filter shade must match the process intensity — too light underprotects against IR/UV (risking photokeratitis and retinal damage), too dark causes strain that leads workers to remove protection. Verify the correct shade against the shade-number reference and OSHA 1910.133 before use.
Best Applications
Hot fabrication & foundry
The high-temperature frame and FR strap handle radiant heat and slag that crack or melt cheaper goggles.
Cutting, brazing & grinding
One sealed goggle covers oxy-fuel cutting, brazing, and grinding; pair with the welding respirator range.
Grinding & fabrication
The impact-rated lens lets it double for grinding; round out the kit with welding respirators and the helmet range.
- High-temperature frame + FR strap
- Flexible, impact-resistant body
- Shade 5 IR with indirect venting
- ANSI Z87.1; cutting + grinding
- Fixed shade, no flip-up
- Shade 5 too dark for soldering
- Not for arc welding
- IR-only lens (not a wide clear grinding view)
Sellstrom Odyssey II vs Other Welding & Cutting Goggles
| Goggle | Shade | Style | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln K3118-1 | 5 | Wide sealed | Cutting + grinding |
| Lincoln K3118-2 | 3 | Wide sealed | Light cutting, brazing |
| Forney 55320 | 5 | Flip-up cup | Oxy-acetylene, inspect between cuts |
| Forney 55301 | 5 | Fixed cup | Budget oxy-acetylene |
| Jackson WS (round) | 5 | Round, OTG indirect-vent | Over-the-glasses cutting |
| Jackson WS (flip) | 5 | Flip-front, OTG | Flip to inspect + OTG |
| Sellstrom Odyssey II | 5 | Sealed indirect-vent | High-temp / foundry |
Sellstrom Odyssey II vs Lincoln K3118-1
Both are sealed Shade 5 cutting/grinding goggles. The Odyssey II emphasizes a high-temperature frame and FR strap for hot work; the Lincoln K3118-1 emphasizes a wide anti-fog/anti-scratch lens. Verdict: Odyssey II for foundry heat, K3118-1 for the widest grinding view.
Sellstrom Odyssey II vs Forney cup goggles
The Odyssey II is a flexible sealed polycarbonate goggle; the Forney 55320/55301 are traditional glass-filter cup goggles. Verdict: Odyssey II for grinding + heat, Forney for classic gas-welding cup style.
Sellstrom Odyssey II Specifications
| Manufacturer | Sellstrom |
| Model / SKU | S80210 |
| Shade | 5 (IR/UV filter) |
| Standard | ANSI Z87.1 |
| Style | Sealed indirect-vent, high-temp frame, FR strap |
| Use | Oxy-fuel cutting, brazing, foundry/high-temp & grinding |
Helpful Buying Guides
- Best eye protection for welders
- Welding shade-number reference
- Safety glasses vs goggles
- Can safety glasses be used for welding?
- ANSI Z87.1 standard explained
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 eye & face protection
Sellstrom Odyssey II S80210 Cutting Goggle — Shade 5 IR Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sellstrom Odyssey II cost?
WC Safety lists it at $17.01, with the Amazon buy button reflecting the current Amazon price.
What makes it a high-temperature goggle?
A flexible high-temperature frame and a flame-retardant strap let it take radiant heat that cracks or melts cheaper goggles.
What shade is the lens?
Shade 5 IR — standard for oxy-fuel cutting and brazing.
Can I grind in it?
Yes — it is an impact-resistant ANSI Z87.1 goggle designed for cutting and grinding.
Does it vent?
Yes — indirect top-and-bottom venting reduces fogging while blocking direct spatter.
Can I use it for arc welding?
No — arc welding requires an auto-darkening helmet.
Odyssey II or Lincoln K3118-1?
Odyssey II for high-heat foundry work; the Lincoln K3118-1 for the widest anti-fog grinding view.
Is it OSHA compliant?
An ANSI Z87.1 Shade 5 goggle meets OSHA 1910.133 when the shade matches the task.
Does it fit over glasses?
It is a flexible sealed goggle; fit over Rx frames is limited — the Jackson WS is the OTG choice.
Is Shade 5 right for my work?
Shade 5 suits oxy-fuel cutting and heavier brazing; use Shade 3 for light soldering.
Is the strap heat-resistant?
Yes — it uses a flame-retardant (FR) strap suited to hot work.
Can I wear it with a respirator?
Yes — pair it with a welding respirator for fume protection during cutting and brazing.
Reviewed by: WC Safety Editorial Team · Last reviewed:
Standards referenced: ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2020, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133, ANSI Z49.1, Sellstrom product data.
Editorial standard: Zero sponsored listings. No manufacturer input. Shade/marking verified against published specifications; not WC Safety laboratory testing.
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