{"product_id":"heat-wave-vector-photochromic-lens-z87-sunglasses-0iu8yo","title":"Heat Wave Vector Photochromic Lens Z87+ Sunglasses","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/compliance.svg\" alt=\"compliance\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ87+ Impact Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eBuilt for real eye protection, not just sun shade. The frame, arms, lens, and integrated side shields are designed to meet or exceed ANSI Z87+ requirements right out of the box.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptive Photochromic Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe lens adjusts from a lighter to darker tint as conditions change, so you can move between lower light and bright outdoor environments without swapping eyewear.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/weight.svg\" alt=\"weight\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Vector Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eHeat Wave built the Vector to stay light and flexible for longer wear. The Hytrel nose piece and flexible frame design help it sit comfortably without feeling flimsy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Wave Visual Vector Sunglasses: Photochromic Lens Z87+\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pair of impact-rated safety sunglasses made for users who want jobsite protection and changing-light versatility in one frame. This is a pair of safety sunglasses designed for impact-rated eye protection with adaptive light-changing lenses. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eE_VEC_BLK_07T\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you move between indoor, shaded, and bright outdoor conditions, the photochromic lens is the main reason this model matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe headline feature is the variable tint lens. Heat Wave lists a visible light transmission range of \u003cstrong\u003e75% to 17%\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means the lens starts much lighter in lower light and darkens as light intensity increases. On the job or around the yard, that saves you from carrying both clear safety glasses and darker sunglasses. You get one pair of protective eyewear that better matches changing conditions throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eProtection is not an afterthought here. Each pair meets or exceeds \u003cstrong\u003eANSI Z87+\u003c\/strong\u003e requirements, and the lens is made from \u003cstrong\u003e1.9 mm thick shatter-resistant polycarbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e built to withstand mass impact standards. Integrated side shields add lateral coverage, which matters when debris can come from more than one direction. Heat Wave also notes that the frame, arm, and lens are each marked Z87+, which is the kind of detail buyers look for when they need compliant protective eyewear rather than casual sunglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Vector frame is built around a large shield-style lens and a flexible, lightweight chassis. Heat Wave calls it the lightest frame they make at \u003cstrong\u003e1.3 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they pair that with a \u003cstrong\u003eHytrel nose piece\u003c\/strong\u003e for better adaptability and day-long comfort. In plain terms, that means you get more coverage and a secure fit without the bulky feel some safety eyewear brings with it. For people who actually wear eye protection all day, that balance matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eLens performance goes beyond impact resistance. The polycarbonate lens is injection molded for clarity, includes \u003cstrong\u003eUV400 protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, and blocks \u003cstrong\u003e100% of UVA and UVB\u003c\/strong\u003e rays. The product data also identifies the lens as \u003cstrong\u003eCategory 1-3\u003c\/strong\u003e, which fits the changing-light purpose of this model well. If glare control and visual clarity are priorities, this setup is aimed at keeping vision usable across a wider range of environments than a fixed-tint lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWho should buy this? Anyone who needs certified protective eyewear but does not want to keep swapping between clear safety glasses and dark sunglasses. That includes construction users, shop users, mechanics, utility crews, and serious DIYers working in mixed lighting. If you want a lightweight shield-style frame with ANSI Z87+ compliance and a photochromic lens, this is the version of the Vector to look at. One important note: Heat Wave states that removing the arms or changing the configuration voids Z87 compliance, so keep it in factory form if compliance is part of the purchase decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOne Pair for Changing Light\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/53356954288422_1.jpg\" alt=\"Heat Wave Visual Vector Sunglasses: Photochromic Lens Z87+ with adaptive shield lens for outdoor work, changing from lighter to darker tint for bright jobsite and everyday use\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe biggest advantage of this safety sunglass is simple: it adjusts to the light instead of forcing you to change eyewear. That makes it a practical choice for people moving between low light, shade, and full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003ePhotochromic lens with a \u003cstrong\u003e75% to 17% VLT range\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eLens rating listed as \u003cstrong\u003eCategory 1-3\u003c\/strong\u003e for broad-use light conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUV400 protection blocks \u003cstrong\u003e100% UVA and UVB\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProtection That Qualifies as Safety Eyewear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/53356954288422_2.jpg\" alt=\"Heat Wave Visual Vector Sunglasses: Photochromic Lens Z87+ safety sunglasses with darkened photochromic lens and side coverage for impact-rated eye protection in work environments\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eA lot of shield sunglasses look aggressive but are still just sunglasses. The Vector Photochromic Lens Z87+ is built to meet actual impact requirements, which is what separates it from lifestyle eyewear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI Z87+\u003c\/strong\u003e compliant right out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.9 mm polycarbonate lens\u003c\/strong\u003e built for mass impact requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eIntegrated side shields add lateral protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/model-number.svg\" alt=\"model-number\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003ePhotochromic polycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/depth.svg\" alt=\"depth\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/compliance.svg\" alt=\"compliance\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Safety Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eANSI Z87+\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Visible Light Transmission\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e75% to 17%\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/certifications.svg\" alt=\"certifications\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eCat 1-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e UV Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUV400, 100% UVA \/ UVB blocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Nose Piece\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eHytrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/weight.svg\" alt=\"weight\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Frame Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.3 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eShop Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMechanics\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eOutdoor Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHeat Wave Visual Vector Sunglasses: Photochromic Lens Z87+ Gets the Job Done Without the Lens Swap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is the pair you buy when you need real Z87+ protection but do not want to bounce between clear safety glasses and dark sunglasses all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anyone working in changing light who still needs impact-rated eye protection, especially contractors, shop users, mechanics, and serious DIYers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You get ANSI Z87+ compliance, a 1.9 mm polycarbonate shield lens, side protection, UV400 coverage, and a photochromic tint range that makes the eyewear more useful across a full day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the frame in its original configuration if you need Z87 compliance, because Heat Wave states that removing the arms or changing the setup voids that rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this model meet ANSI Z87+?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Heat Wave states that each pair meets or exceeds Z87+ standards right out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of lens does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a photochromic polycarbonate lens that adjusts from a lighter to darker tint depending on light intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow much visible light does the lens transmit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat Wave lists a visible light transmission range of 75% to 17%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it provide UV protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The lens is rated UV400 and blocks 100% of UVA and UVB rays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Heat Wave Visual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43569573691440,"sku":"E_VEC_BLK_07T","price":37.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/531xfq6xqnn1_340cf38a-fd62-45b5-9611-f310fddeab4f.jpg?v=1788562390","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/heat-wave-vector-photochromic-lens-z87-sunglasses-0iu8yo","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}