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Here are some answers to our customers’ frequently asked questions about Solarclips spring-bridge clip on sunglasses. We hope the information here and elsewhere on our site answers any queries you may have but if not, do not hesitate to contact us.

FAQs on the clip on sunglasses

Do the sunglasses filter 100% UV light?
Will the clip ons fit over plastic, metal, or rimless glasses?
Will the clipons attach properly over thick spectacle lenses?
Will the clipons attach properly over ultra-thin spectacle lenses?
Will the clips scratch my lenses or frames?
Will the lenses of the clip on sunglasses scratch easily?
Which type of clipons in your range may fit kids’ spectacle frames?
Which are the best type of lenses for aviators?
Where are the clipons manufactured?

FAQs on sizing issues

Does the spring bridge adjust to the width of my frames?
Why do the clipons tilt down at the nose bridge when fitted to my glasses?
What does the size in the product code indicate, eg: Tru Rec 54?

FAQs on purchasing

Can I use a credit or debit card to pay rather than a PayPal account?
Will my purchase be secure?
Why does my receipt say PayPal when I paid with a card?

Do the sunglasses filter 100% UV radiation?

All the lenses available in our store, whichever lens colour, filter 100% of ultraviolet light up to 400nm, and meet or exceed all international standards relating to optical clarity, durability, and safety, including but not limited to ANSI Z80.3:2008, EN1836:2005, and AS/NZS 1067:2003.

Will the clip ons fit over plastic, metal, or rimless glasses?

Yes, these clip on sunglasses are designed to fit over plastic, metal, or rimless frames.

Does the spring bridge adjust to the width of my frames?

The purpose of the spring bridge is to expand the clip on sunglasses to make them easier to clip over your glasses. When you have clipped them on, the spring-bridge returns to its unextended width, providing the tension required to hold the clip-ons securely onto your frames.

Why do the clip-ons tilt down at the nose bridge when fitted to my glasses?

If the clip-ons dip at the nose bridge as illustrated below, it means the size you have selected is not wide enough for your frames.

To correct the problem, you simply need to exchange the clip-ons for a wider size.

Ensure you PRINT OUT and check sizing with the relevant size guide again, ensuring that you print it at 100% with Page Scaling set to None.

size of clip-ons selected is too small

correct size of clip on sunglasses fitted

What does the number in the product code indicate, eg: Tru Rec 54?

The number indicates the width of each lens of the clip-ons in millimetres, eg: 54 mm.

Will the clipons attach properly over thick spectacle lenses?

The four retaining clips are designed to fit over lenses up to 4-5 mm thick at the edges.

Will the clipons attach properly over ultra-thin spectacle lenses?

Provided that you have the correct size of clipons for your frames, they will be secured by the tension on the spring bridge, and therefore fitting over ultra thin lenses should not pose a problem.

Will the clips scratch my lenses or frames?

The four retaining clips on the clip on sunglasses have a clear vinyl protective sleeve to protect your lenses and frames from scratching. Provided that you take reasonable care when fitting or removing the clipons, scratching is not normally a problem.

Will the lenses of the clip on sunglasses scratch easily?

We use our clip on sunglasses on a daily basis and have not experienced any scratching of the tinted lenses during normal use. We have had no reports from customers of this being a problem.

Which type of clipons in your range may fit kids’ spectacle frames?

The smallest clipons in our Solarclips range that may fit your kids’ frames are:

Which are the best type of lenses for aviators?

In general, if you are a pilot flying the larger GA aircraft, you should opt for our non-polarized clip on sunglasses because the polarizing filter can cause patterning on toughened aircraft windscreens.

Similarly, some yacht sailors prefer non-polarized lenses because they do not cause patterning when you look at instruments that have LCD displays.

Where are the clipons manufactured?

All the clip on sunglasses sold in our store are manufactured in New York, USA.

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Purchasing FAQs

Can I use a credit or debit card to pay rather than a PayPal account?

Yes, even if you have a PayPal account, you can still pay online with a payment card if you prefer. If in doubt, look at the guidance in our How to pay section.

Will my purchase be secure?

PayPal process all our transactions, whether through a PayPal account, or payment card, using 128-bit security to maintain the privacy of your personal and financial information.