Lead Glasses
Bar-Ray’s lead glasses offer ergonomic user comfort and stylish appearance while providing x-ray protection for the eyes. Wrap-around , Astro-Flex and Ultra Pb protect against scatter x-ray radiation while allowing peripheral vision. The Metalite glasses come with custom-fitted lead side shields, while our Euro design, and Nanolite Ulra glasses provide user protection in a stylish design. Our lightweight 0.75 mm lead glasses come in a variety of designs and frames for the most discerning user.
Protective leaded eyewear is used by approximately 95% of the staff in Cath and EP labs. Usage is also increasing in urological procedures, interventional radiology, pain management and orthopedic surgery.
The NCRP has established maximal permissable doses of radiation for persons who receive occupational exposure. The NRC suggests that occupational exposure be AS LOW AS REASONABLY ACHIEVABLE.
Principles of radiation protection are: Increase distance from source, reduce exposure time and wear shielding and protective products.
Prescription x-ray protection lead glasses and fitovers for your existing glasses are also available, please contact us with your prescription for a quote.
