Solar Eclipse Glasses for Direct Sun Viewing

Solar eclipse glasses let you look directly at the Sun without a telescope or binoculars. This category features the Omegon Sofi Solar Safe and Solar Safe Deluxe. The product information specifies an optical-density-5 filter; the Deluxe listing states that it conforms to ISO 12312-2 and is CE-certified. Both types are intended for direct viewing with the unaided eye only.

Choose the model and quantity for your observing plans. Check the filter before each use and never wear damaged glasses. Eclipse glasses must not be used with telescopes, binoculars or cameras. Those instruments require a suitable solar filter securely fitted in front of the objective.

For optical equipment, compare solar filter film and glass solar filters. For smartphone images, use a dedicated smartphone camera solar filter.

Omegon Sofi Solar Safe Eclipse Glasses
Omegon Sofi Solar Safe Eclipse Glasses

Certified eclipse glasses for direct solar viewing without magnifying optics. Polymer filters with optical density 5 reduce harmful radiation and visible sunlight to a safe level. Suitable for solar eclipses and occasional direct observation of the Sun.

from 2,90 EUR
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Omegon Solar Safe Deluxe Solar Eclipse Glasses
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Omegon Solar Safe Deluxe Solar Eclipse Glasses

Scratch-resistant polymer lenses with optical density 5 Filters 100% of harmful UV and infrared radiation Blocks 99.999% of intense visible light Sharp, high-contrast image Natural orange view of the Sun ISO 12312-2 compliant and CE certified Made in the USA Suitable for solar eclipses and direct solar observation.

39,90 EUR
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
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Solar eclipse glasses for direct viewing

Solar eclipse glasses are a special-purpose filter for looking directly at the Sun with the unaided eye. This category features the Omegon Sofi Solar Safe and Solar Safe Deluxe. The product information specifies an optical-density-5 filter; the Deluxe listing states ISO 12312-2 conformity and CE certification. Both models are designed for direct viewing only, without magnifying optics.

Which model should you choose?

  • Omegon Sofi Solar Safe: a lightweight solar eclipse viewer available in several pack sizes. Check the individual product page for the pack contents and current availability.
  • Omegon Solar Safe Deluxe: this version has scratch-resistant polymer lenses and is described as providing a sharp, high-contrast orange image of the Sun. Follow the instructions supplied with the product.
  • For groups: choose a quantity that gives each observer their own undamaged pair. Do not share or pass glasses while someone is looking at the Sun.

How to use eclipse glasses

Put the glasses on before looking toward the Sun, and look away before taking them off. Inspect the filter surfaces before every use. Do not use glasses with scratches, holes, tears or other damage; do not tape over or repair a damaged filter. Ordinary sunglasses, darkened film and homemade filters are not substitutes for a suitable solar viewer.

During a partial or annular eclipse, keep the filter on whenever you look at the Sun. Only observers within the path of a total solar eclipse may remove their glasses during the brief total phase—and only after the Moon completely covers the bright solar disk. Put them back on before the first bright sunlight returns. Outside the path of totality, keep your eyes protected throughout the event.

Never use eclipse glasses with a telescope or camera

Solar eclipse glasses are only for direct viewing with the eyes. Never look through a telescope, binoculars, spotting scope, camera lens or other optical instrument while wearing them: concentrated sunlight can damage the viewer and cause severe eye injury. These instruments need a suitable solar filter securely mounted in front of the objective. See our solar filter film and glass solar filters. Smartphone photography requires a separate camera solar filter.