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Our Range of Lenses

 

Lens Types

Distance/general use (single vision)

Intermmediate/Computer use (single vision)

Reading/near use (single vision) 

Bifocals - Blended Line

Bifocals - D28 Flat Top

Varifocals/MultiFocals/Progressives

Rear Surface FreeForm progressive lenses

 

Optional Lenses

Standard Lenses 1.49 Lenses

Thin and Light 1.56 Lenses

Thin & Light 1.56 High Impact Lenses

Polycarbonate 1.59 Lenses

Super Thin 1.61 Lenses

Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS Lenses

Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS Double Concave Lenses

UltraX Super Thin 1.74 Index

 

Photochromic (Transition) Lenses

Polarised Lenses

Optional Tints

 

 

Lens Types

 

Single vision lenses can be used for seeing in the distance, viewing your computer screen or just reading up close, these lenses will just contain one correction over the whole lens hence the name “Single Vision”

 

Distance/general use (single vision)

These lenses contain your prescription for seeing in the distance; whether you're walking down the street, driving your car or sitting at home watching TV, you will have your vision corrected over the whole lens area.

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Intermmediate/Computer use (single vision)

These lenses can be used for computer use (VDU) where the working distance has been set by your optician for use at arms distance (Usually approx 60cm). Your prescription may have been issued specifically for computer (VDU use) or you may have an INTER ADD which will be used in conjunction with your distance prescription. If in doubt we would suggest speaking to your optician to confirm your intermediate prescription, alternatively you may attach a copy of your prescription to your order for us to check.

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Reading/near use (single vision)

Reading spectacles are required when reading or concentrating on material close up. If you look up and across the room while wearing them, everything appears blurred. Your prescription may have been written out specifically for Reading or you may have a NEAR or READING ADD which will be used in conjunction with your distance prescription, you may attach a copy of your prescription to your order for us to check if you wish.

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Bifocals - Blended Line

These lenses contain two prescriptions, the top part of the lens will be used for your distance vision and the bottom part will be used for reading, so you only ever need one pair of spectacles. These Bi-Focals are a round blended line so making them semi-invisible and therefore less ageing!

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Bifocals - D28 Flat Top

These lenses contain two prescriptions, again the top part of the lens will be used for your distance vision and the bottom part will be used for reading, these lenses are in the shape of a D on it’s side, the the bifocal has a flat top and a curved bottom, these are the most common type of bifocal, they are extremely successful as the reading area is very stable.

This type of bifocal is also available in Photo-chromic lenses, Polarised lenses and Super Thin 1.6 index lenses.

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Varifocals/MultiFocals/Progressives

These lenses combine three visions all in one lens. The distance and reading portions of the lens blend together with a gradual progression from one to the other, giving a third area of the lens, intermediate vision which allows for clear vision at arms distance, so providing glasses to see in the far, middle and near distance with no dividing lines or segments - just one simple lens for all uses.

Varifocals are available in standard, Photo-chromic, Polarised, Super Thin 1.6 index, Ultra Super Thin 1.67 index and Ultra X Super Thin 1.74 index lenses.

However, varifocals in general are not 100% successful either online or in the High Street, you should understand, there is a risk buying multi-focal lenses online and we cannot offer the after-service of the High Street, but our product is sold at a very competitive rate and we leave the choice to the customer.

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Rear Surface FreeForm progressive lenses

Our rear surface Varifocal design is optimised for each addition, for near vision, the lens also varies with the addition to maximise the reading area and improve the binocular vision.  There is a good balance between different visual zones to enable a smooth transition from far to near areas.

Thanks to its soft power profile, improved lens asymmetry and variable lens, the adaptation to our Rear surface Varifocal lenses are made easier compared traditional lens manufacturing.

Freeform rear surface Varifocals are about to revolutionize the eyewear industry as they will give clearer, wider fields of vision, these are available as standard, Photo-chromic, Polarised, Super Thin 1.6 index, Ultra Super Thin 1.67 index lenses and Ultra X Super Thin 1.74 index lenses.

Find out more about Rear Surface FreeForm progressive lenses by clicking here.

However, progressives in general are not 100% successful either online or in the High Street, you should understand, there is a risk buying multi-focal lenses online and we cannot offer the after-service of the High Street, but our product is sold at a very competitive rate and we leave the choice to the customer.

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Optional Lenses

 

Standard Lenses 1.49 Lenses

Our standard lenses are plastic and suitable for general purpose. They are free of charge with any frame if you feel you do not want to go for the Thin & Light 1.56 index lenses. These lenses range from +6.00 throught to -8.00 with a CLY up to ±4.00.

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Thin & Light Lenses 1.56 Lenses

Thin and Light lenses enhance the appearance by up to 25% in comparison with standard lenses as well as incorporating an Anti-Reflective Coating, anti-smudge, dust repellent and water repellent treatments as standard (included FREE with any frame, subject to your prescription). These lenses range from +6.00 throught to -8.00 with a CLY up to ±2.00.

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Thin & Light 1.56 High Impact lenses

Our High Impact lenses offer superior optical clarity, whilst delivering a light weight, impact resistant lens giving the highest level of protection for your eyes.

This excellent material combined with our Scratch Resistance and anti-reflection treatments provide our wearers with comfort and safety. This organic material’s structure is arranged in a crisscross fashion, as a result they are less likely to fracture in comparison to regular plastic lenses, Furthermore these are lighter, thinner and much more impact-resistant than regular plastic lenses.

Our High Impact lenses block 100% of the suns harmful UV rays, as well as incorporating an Anti-Reflective Coating, anti-smudge, dust repellent and water repellent treatments as standard. High Impact lenses enhance the appearance by up to 25% in comparison with standard lenses.

While our High Impact lenses are virtually unbreakable, this lens is not designed as safety eyewear and should not be considered a permanent shield against eye injury. These lenses range from +6.00 throught to -6.00 with a CLY up to ±2.00.

 

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Polycarbonate 1.59 Lenses

Polycarbonate lenses are thinner and lighter than standard lenses offering full 100% UV protection which is built into the lens material itself, offering total protection from harmful solar radiation.

Polycarbonate lenses are made from a similar material to that of bulletproof glass, these lenses are 10 times more impact resistant than standard plastic lenses however this material is relatively soft, subsequently polycarbonate lenses need a scratch-resistant coating to prevent surface scratches. SelectSpecs offer a scratch resistant coating and Anti-reflection treatment at no extra cost to give you the 
full protection required.

This "softness" gives polycarbonate lenses their ability to absorb energy without breaking, making them an excellent choice for rimless frames or sports eyewear because these are less likely to fracture than regular plastic lenses.

Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic material which is produced from small pellets, these pellets are heated to melting point, from here this liquid polycarbonate is then injected into lens molds by a process known as injection molding. Most other plastic lenses are made from a cast molding process, where a liquid plastic material is baked for long periods in lens forms, solidifying the liquid plastic to create a lens. These lenses range from +4.00 throught to -6.00 with a CLY up to ±2.00

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Super Thin 1.61 lenses

Super Thin 1.6 index lenses are up to 30% thinner and lighter in comparison with standard lenses as well as incorporating Anti-Reflective coating, UV400 treatment and Scratch resistance as standard.

Super Thin 1.60 index lenses are generally recommended for prescriptions above -3.00 or +3.00. Ideal for Semi Rimless and Rimless frames, these are also available in Photo-chromic grey and brown. These lenses range from +8.00 throught to -8.00 with a CLY up to ±4.00

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Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS lenses

This beautiful Aspheric lens design makes these lenses thin and attractive.  They are made using the most up to date manufacturing facilities in the world and represent excellent value for money.
 
Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS index lenses offer many of the advantages of high index lens materials and come at a competitive price.  If you have a medium to high prescription, you'll find 1.67AS lenses thinner and flatter than conventional plastic lenses by up to 40%. All 1.67AS lenses come with an Anti-Reflective coating, UV400 treatment and Scratch resistance as standard.

Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS index lenses are also available in Photo-chromic grey and brown, We can also tint our Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS index lenses up to 85% absorption so you can use these as Sunglasses too! These lenses range from +8.00 throught to -12.00 with a CLY from +4.00 throught to -6.00

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Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS Double Concave lenses

The concept of Double concave lenses is to achieve thinner lenses for high minus powers, both front and rear surfaces of the lenses are Aspheric in design, this gives flatter curves to reduce the edge thickness.

Ultra Super Thin 1.67AS Double Concave lenses are thinner and flatter than conventional plastic lenses by approx 40-50%, these are ideal for all frame types and come with an Anti-Reflective coating, UV400 treatment and Scratch resistance as standard. We can only offer this type of lens in minus powers from –6.00 to –15.00 with cylinders of ±4.00.

 

 

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UltraX Super Thin 1.74AS lenses

Explore the pleasure of wearing spectacles with Ultra X Super Thin 1.74AS index lenses.  It's the thinnest spectacle lens possible in plastic and the flattest lens available on the market today.  These 1.74 Aspheric lenses are an incredible 50% thinner than a standard plastic lens and three times lighter than glass. All 1.74AS lenses come with an Anti-Reflective coating, UV400 treatment and Scratch resistance as standard.

If you are a mid to high prescription wearer you'll no longer have to suffer the dreaded magnified or minified eye look that has put you off wearing spectacles in the past. We can also tint our Ultra X Super Thin 1.74AS index lenses up to 85% absorption so you can use these as Sunglasses too! These lenses ange from +10.00 throught to -15.00 with a CLY up to ±4.00

 

 

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Photochromic (Transition) Lenses

These are lenses that react to UV light. Whilst indoors they are almost as clear as standard plastic when deactivated (approximately 15% absorption), outdoors they respond to the harmful UVA and UVB rays darkening down as sunglasses, serving to protect your eyes against the long term effects of sunlight. They are available in Grey, Brown, Pink and Purple, these all filter 100% of UV light.

Pink and Purple Photo-chromic lenses react to light in the same way as the Grey and Brown lenses, however they are a subtle tint, approximately tinting to 30% absorption when in the Sun.

It is strongly advised that photochromic glasses are not used for night driving or in any dark environment in which critical judgment is required. These lenses ange from +10.00 throught to -15.00 with a CLY up to ±6.00

 

 

Photochromic (Transition) Lenses darken to UV light.

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Polarised Lenses

Polarising Lenses give the maximum protection against the suns harmful rays, eliminating 99.9% of glare.  This improves vision and comfort making them ideal for driving, providing enhanced ability to perceive contrast and improving depth perception.

Polarising SunglassLenses are available in Brown, Grey and Green, with 85% absorption. Anti-reflection treatment will reduce absorption by approximately 5% however we would recommend this coating to reduce surface reflections on the lenses. These lenses ange from +6.00 throught to -10.00 with a CLY up to ±4.00

 

 

Polarised lenses reduce glare and give colours a more vibrant look.

Left: Non-Polarised Lens        Right: Polarised Lens

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Optional Tints

Choose from our range of fashionable coloured tints to create your own unique style and look. Tinted lenses can soften harsh, bright light to relieve eye strain. All of our tinted lenses are 100% UV protected, so why not use them as sunglasses!
 
These are our standard tints:

- Blue (Light tint)  
- Brown (Medium to dark tint)
- Grey (Medium to dark tint)    
- Pink (Light tint)  
- Yellow (Light tint)
- Dark Green (G15)
- Graduated Brown (Dark to Light tint)**
- Graduated pink (Light tint)**

You may also select your own tint percentage. Just advise us in the "Additional info" box when ordering to suggest the depth of tint required, for example grey 15% absorption is a very light tint, 25% light/medium, 50% medium, 75% medium to dark, and 85% dark Sunglasses. The maximum tint permitted for blue, pink or yellow is 30%. These lenses range from +6.00 throught to -8.00 with a CLY up to ±4.00.

**Please Note:  The term Graduated is not to be confused with Varifocal/Progressive/Multifocal.

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