Do Cat 3 sunglasses have UV protection?

Category 3. It is suitable for strong sunlight and the most common kind of lenses. It consists of brown and grey-colored lenses. You can get high protection against sun glare and UV protection. You can use these sunglasses for leisure and fashion.

Is UV protection Category 3 good?

‘Lens category 3: sunglasses’ provide a good level of UV protection and a high level of sun glare reduction.

What does Category 3 on sunglasses mean?

Sunglasses lenses with category 3 lenses provide a high level of sun glare reduction and good level of UV protection against strong sun brightness and light reflected off of water or snow.

What is polarized Category 3?

Lens category 3: General purpose sunglasses. These provide high protection against sunglare and good UV protection; they are not suitable for driving at night or under dull light conditions.

Can I drive with Category 3 sunglasses?

Sunglasses with category 3 lenses are best for daytime driving conditions — any higher is considered too dark to drive safely.

Is UV 400 the same as Category 3?

While UV400 lenses might offer the best level of sun protection — not all sunglasses have them. It’s entirely possible to buy a pair of dark-tinted shades (category 3-4) that do not provide adequate UV protection.

Is UV400 the same as Category 3?

What is UV protection 3 sunglasses?

Category 1 — pale lenses for overcast days. Category 2 — moderate lenses for protection against glare. Category 3 — dark lenses for bright days (the most common category) Category 4 — very dark lenses for intense sunshine (i.e. on mountains and glaciers)

What is the best UV category for sunglasses?

Category 2 lenses are the most common you will find in sunglasses. They provide good protection from UV rays but don’t have as dark a tint as the category 3 and 4 lenses. Category 3 lenses provide extra protection from UV light and will block out the majority of visible light to protect your eyes.

Is UV400 protection enough?

‘UV400’ refers to UV rays at the top end of the UV spectrum, up to the 400-nanometre wavelength. Sunglasses with this level of protection block an even wider spectrum than the CE and British Standard models, making them the ultimate protection for your eyes.