MAGID Y50 Safety Glasses, ANSI Z87.1+

The MAGID Y50 is a construction-grade safety glasses with an integrated side shield design — a frame configuration that delivers peripheral coverage without a separate slide-on or clip-on attachment, maintaining ANSI Z87.1+ certification across the full field of view. Available in four lens tints (Clear, Gray, Amber, and Blue Blocking), two reader bifocal magnifications (1.5 and 2.0), and in single-pair, two-pair, and twelve-pack quantities, the Y50 covers individual and crew-level procurement with a single frame platform. At $16.95–$17 for single pairs, it is priced as a mid-tier consumable safety glass for programs that require documented ANSI compliance and integrated side protection. For the full safety glasses selection, see the safety glasses collection.

Construction and Design

The Y50 frame is a wraparound-adjacent profile with injection-molded polycarbonate side shields that are part of the frame structure rather than removable accessories. The side shield integration is the primary design decision that differentiates the Y50 from standard safety glasses frames — OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 requires side protection in environments where there is a hazard from flying objects, and integrated shields eliminate the compliance gap that occurs when removable shields are left off. The black frame uses a standard bridge and temple configuration with no ratchet or adjustment mechanism; the fit is fixed and suited for the majority of adult face geometries. The polycarbonate lens is specified at 2mm minimum thickness at the optical center, with anti-fog coating on the inner surface and scratch-resistant coating on the outer surface applied as separate treatments — not a combined dual coating. UV protection is rated at 99.9% across the UV-A and UV-B spectrum.

Compliance and Ratings

The MAGID Y50 meets ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ (plus-rated), the high-impact designation under Z87.1 that requires passing both the high-velocity and high-mass impact tests at the lens and frame. Standard Z87.1 basic-impact glasses pass only the basic impact tests. The plus rating is required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 for environments with potential high-velocity particle hazards including grinding, cutting, and chipping operations. The integrated side shields are part of the Z87.1+ certified assembly — the glasses are certified as a unit with the shields in place. The anti-fog and scratch-resistant coatings do not affect the ANSI rating. Workers in environments requiring optical-grade prescriptions should verify that the frame accepts prescription inserts or evaluate prescription safety glasses; the Y50 is plano (non-prescription) except in the bifocal reader configurations (1.5 and 2.0 magnification), which are reader inserts embedded in the lower lens, not full prescription lenses.

Performance Assessment

The Y50 performs as a reliable ANSI Z87.1+ compliant construction safety glass at a mid-tier price point. The integrated side shield eliminates the most common compliance issue with side-shield-required environments — workers removing slide-on shields for comfort. The anti-fog coating performs adequately in moderate temperature differentials; in high-humidity or extreme cold-to-warm transition environments, fogging resistance degrades over time as the coating ages with washing and field use. The scratch-resistant coating extends lens service life versus uncoated polycarbonate in abrasive environments. The Gray and Amber tints address outdoor glare reduction (Gray) and low-light contrast enhancement (Amber) respectively; Blue Blocking reduces screen-reflective glare for workers alternating between outdoor and indoor screen environments. The bifocal reader configurations suit experienced workers who require near-vision magnification for close inspection work without carrying reading glasses separately. Multi-pack quantities (2-pair, 12-pack) reduce per-unit cost for crew supply programs — the 12-pack at $148.71 yields approximately $12.39 per pair versus $16.95 for single-unit purchase.

Strengths

• ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact rated — plus designation meets the higher OSHA impact standard for grinding, cutting, and chipping environments
• Integrated side shields — peripheral protection built into the frame; eliminates the removable-shield compliance gap
• Four lens tints — Clear, Gray, Amber, Blue Blocking for indoor, outdoor, low-light, and mixed-light environments
• Bifocal reader options — 1.5 and 2.0 magnification for workers requiring near-vision assistance without separate reading glasses
• Multi-pack quantities — 12-pack reduces per-unit cost to ~$12.39 for crew supply programs
• Anti-fog and scratch-resistant dual coating — separate treatments for both lens surfaces

Limitations

• Fixed frame geometry — no temple or bridge adjustment; workers with non-standard face geometry may find fit inconsistent
• Anti-fog coating degrades over time — performance in high-humidity and extreme thermal environments diminishes with washing and field use
• Gray, Amber, and Blue Blocking lenses available in single-pair only — no multi-pair packs for tinted lens variants; Clear is the only lens available in 12-pack
• Reader bifocals (1.5 and 2.0) are reader inserts, not prescription lenses — not appropriate for workers with astigmatism or significant distance correction requirements

Recommended Use Cases

The MAGID Y50 is appropriate for construction laborers, utility workers, maintenance technicians, and manufacturing personnel in environments requiring ANSI Z87.1+ compliance with side impact protection. The integrated side shield makes it the correct specification for OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 side-protection requirements. The Gray tint suits outdoor workers under direct sun; Amber suits low-light and overcast outdoor conditions; Blue Blocking suits workers in hybrid indoor-outdoor environments with screen exposure. The 12-pack is suited for crew-level safety glass supply programs at general contractors and industrial facilities. Workers in prescription safety glass programs should evaluate prescription-ready frames from the safety glasses collection. For enclosed environments with chemical splash hazards requiring full seal, evaluate safety goggles.

Verdict

The MAGID Y50 delivers ANSI Z87.1+ high-impact certification with integrated side shields in four lens tints and multi-pack quantities at a $16.95 entry point. The integrated side shield is its primary differentiator — it closes the compliance gap created by removable side shields that workers routinely remove for comfort. The 12-pack at approximately $12.39 per pair makes it a practical crew-supply specification for general construction programs. For specialty tints, prescription compatibility, or alternative frame geometries, see the full safety glasses collection.