MCR Safety BK118 BearKat Safety Glasses — Blue Mirror Lens

For industrial workers, construction professionals, and facility maintenance teams requiring reliable ANSI Z87.1 rated eye protection, the MCR Safety BK118 BearKat Safety Glasses — Blue Mirror Lens (SKU: BK118) provides polycarbonate impact resistance in a lightweight wrap-around frame engineered for all-day comfort. The BearKat series from MCR Safety combines scratch-resistant optics with an ergonomic temple design that keeps the lens correctly positioned against the face throughout an active workday — delivering the optical clarity and impact protection performance that ANSI Z87.1 compliance requires without the fatigue of heavier frame constructions.

Key Features

• Blue Mirror Lens — polycarbonate lens with scratch-resistant coating
• ANSI Z87.1 compliant — rated for high-velocity impact and industrial eye hazards
• Lightweight wrap-around frame — peripheral coverage without tunnel vision
• Non-slip temple sleeves prevent migration during active use.
• UV400 protection — blocks 99.9% of UV-A and UV-B radiation
• Soft flexible temples — conform to head geometry for secure, comfortable all-day fit
• Brand: MCR Safety, ISO 9001-certified
• Series: BearKat (BK118)

Detailed Description

The BK118 BearKat delivers ANSI Z87.1 rated eye protection in a frame design optimized for industrial workplace use. The polycarbonate lens construction provides the high-velocity impact resistance required for grinding, construction, and material handling applications where airborne particle and fragment hazards are present throughout the workday. Polycarbonate lens material absorbs impact energy and resists shattering — protecting the eye against debris that would fracture a glass or standard plastic lens and drive fragments into the cornea.

Scratch resistance is essential for safety eyewear that must maintain optical clarity over a working lifetime. The BK118's scratch-resistant coating protects the lens surface from the abrasion that occurs in tool and equipment storage, cleaning with industrial towels, and contact with work surfaces. A scratched lens reduces visual acuity, creates glare artifacts, and can distort the spatial perception needed for precision work and equipment operation. The hard coat on the BK118 lens preserves the optical performance that makes safety eyewear a precision instrument rather than just a physical barrier.

The wrap-around frame geometry of the BearKat provides peripheral eye coverage beyond what flat-front safety glasses achieve. Side-impact protection is critical for grinding, chipping, fastener work, and any operation that produces debris at angles outside the direct line of sight. Workers who rely on flat-front frames for applications involving lateral debris exposure are accepting incomplete protection — the BearKat's curved lens profile extends impact coverage into the peripheral visual field where many workplace eye injuries actually occur.

UV400 protection blocks ultraviolet radiation at wavelengths up to 400 nanometers, covering both UV-A and UV-B spectrums. UV exposure is a cumulative occupational hazard for workers in outdoor construction, utility maintenance, and agricultural applications where daily sun exposure accumulates into long-term ocular damage risk. The UV400 coating in the BK118 lens provides this protection transparently — workers receive full ultraviolet shielding without any change to the visible light transmission performance of the lens.

Applications and Use Cases

• Construction and carpentry — protection from wood chips, fastener debris, and dust
• Metalworking and fabrication — grinding sparks, metal fragment, and wire brush exposure
• Warehousing and material handling — airborne particle protection during receiving and staging
• Facility maintenance — general eye protection for OSHA-required areas
• Landscaping and grounds maintenance — UV and debris protection in outdoor environments
• Chemical handling — splash-resistant peripheral coverage at industrial work stations

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the BK118 ANSI Z87.1 certified?

Yes. The BK118 BearKat meets ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 requirements for high-velocity impact protection. The polycarbonate lens is rated for industrial fragment and debris environments.

What lens tint does the BK118 have?

The BK118 has a blue mirror lens lens. The tint is appropriate for the specified conditions.

Can the BK118 be worn over prescription glasses?

The BearKat frame is designed for direct-wear use. Workers requiring prescription eyewear should use dedicated OTG safety glasses or prescription safety glasses certified to ANSI Z87.1.

How do I clean the BK118 lenses?

Use a soft microfiber cloth and approved lens cleaning solution. Avoid abrasive materials that can degrade the scratch-resistant coating. Rinse heavily contaminated lenses with water before wiping.

Does the BK118 protect against UV radiation?

Yes. The BK118 lens provides UV400 protection, blocking UV-A and UV-B up to 400nm — essential for outdoor workers who receive cumulative UV exposure.