3M Virtua Safety Glasses with Foam Gasket Features
3M Virtua Safety Glasses with Foam Gasket deliver dual-mode eye protection for laboratory and industrial environments where splash exposure is a documented hazard. Polycarbonate lenses meet ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ high-impact performance requirements. An integrated peripheral foam gasket creates a secondary seal against fine particulate, chemical mist, and aerosol intrusion. Wrap-around temple geometry extends coverage beyond standard open-frame safety glass designs.
Standard safety glasses leave inferior and lateral orbital zones exposed during splash trajectories. This product's foam gasket closes that compliance gap without the thermal burden or optical profile of a fully sealed chemical goggle. Procurement managers operating under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 can position these as a cost-effective intermediate PPE tier. Higher compliance rates among bench personnel are a documented outcome of this lighter form factor.
Lenses deliver 99.9% UV-A/UV-B filtration, appropriate for environments combining chemical and optical exposure risks. Blue polycarbonate frames are lightweight at approximately 28g, reducing fatigue during extended wear protocols. Decontamination should follow facility SOPs; avoid prolonged contact with concentrated ketone or aromatic solvent solutions. Replacement foam gasket strips extend the product service life when properly maintained per 3M care guidelines.
Available Sizes and Configurations
| SKU | Configuration | Frame Color | Lens | Gasket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIRTUA-FG-BL-CLR | One Size Fits Most | Blue Polycarbonate | Clear, Anti-Scratch Polycarbonate | Foam Peripheral Gasket Included |
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Safety Glasses with Foam Gasket |
| Brand | 3M |
| Series | Virtua |
| Compliance Standard | ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 |
| Lens Material | Polycarbonate |
| Lens Tint | Clear |
| Lens Coating | Anti-Scratch |
| Frame Material | Polycarbonate |
| Frame Color | Blue |
| UV Protection | 99.9% UV-A/UV-B |
| Approx. Weight | 28g |
| Gasket Type | Foam Peripheral Seal |
| Temple Style | Adjustable Straight Temple Arms |
| Protection Class | Impact + Particulate/Mist (Intermediate Splash) |
Laboratory Applications
These safety glasses are deployed across analytical chemistry, life sciences, and materials testing environments. Moderate chemical splash risk scenarios benefit from foam-gasketed eyewear where full goggle compliance is operationally impractical or thermally prohibitive. Splash mitigation during liquid transfers, centrifuge decanting, and open reagent preparation is the primary application driver. Lightweight construction supports sustained wear compliance among bench technicians during multi-hour shift protocols.
Industrial quality control labs, pharmaceutical manufacturing corridors, and forensic evidence processing suites represent additional high-value deployment contexts. OSHA-regulated facilities requiring both impact and particulate mitigation without a sealed goggle will find this product operationally versatile. Institutions procuring under GSA schedules or blanket purchasing agreements benefit from strong per-unit cost efficiency at volume. Pairing with face shields is recommended for elevated splash hazard tiers per the ANSI Z87.1 PPE selection hierarchy.
Lab Safety Eyewear Comparison: Why Choose LabSupplies.com?
| Feature | 3M Virtua Foam Gasket — LabSupplies.com | Typical Competitor Offering |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Standard | ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ (High Impact) | ANSI Z87.1 Basic (tier varies) |
| Peripheral Protection | Foam Gasket Included — Peripheral Seal | Open Frame Only — No Gasket |
| Lens Material | Anti-Scratch Polycarbonate | Polycarbonate (coating unspecified) |
| UV Filtration | 99.9% UV-A/UV-B | UV-A only (product dependent) |
| Price (Single Unit) | $13.99 | $17–$25 |
| Fulfillment | Ships Same Business Day | 3–7 day standard lead time |
| B2B Account Support | Net-30, Volume Pricing, PO Accepted | Credit card only (most vendors) |
Academic and Institutional Pricing
LabSupplies.com offers tiered academic and institutional pricing on 3M Virtua Foam Gasket Safety Glasses for qualified university laboratories, government agencies, and corporate safety program accounts. Volume discounts activate at standard case quantities. Net-30 payment terms apply for approved institutional purchasers. Submit your organization's credentials through the LabSupplies.com B2B portal, or contact our procurement team directly for a formal quote and catalog assignment.
Product Documentation
- Technical data sheet and compliance documentation available upon request via LabSupplies.com B2B account services.
- 3M Virtua Series product compliance certificates verifiable through 3M's official PPE compliance portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the foam gasket on the 3M Virtua provide the same chemical splash protection as a rated sealed goggle?
No. The foam gasket provides a secondary peripheral barrier against fine mist and low-velocity splash but does not meet the full sealed indirect-vent goggle standard under ANSI/ISEA Z87.1. For confirmed high-hazard chemical splash environments, a fully rated indirect-vent goggle is the appropriate selection. Virtua foam gasket eyewear is best classified as an intermediate splash mitigation solution for moderate-risk laboratory settings.
Are these 3M Virtua foam gasket glasses compatible with half-face respirators?
These glasses are designed as standalone PPE and are not specifically validated for integrated use with half-face respirator assemblies. The foam gasket may interface with certain respirator face seals. Fit compatibility must be verified through your facility's PPE donning and doffing protocol before field deployment, per OSHA 1910.134 respiratory protection program requirements.
What ANSI/ISEA certification level do the 3M Virtua Foam Gasket Safety Glasses meet?
These safety glasses are manufactured to meet ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ standards, which cover high-velocity impact resistance, optical clarity deviation limits, UV filtration performance, and lens retention under impact load. The "+" designation indicates compliance with the most demanding high-impact performance tier. Procurement officers should confirm lot-specific certification through 3M's technical compliance documentation portal.