Yes, the fabric provides a complete block from UV rays. Our optional items, our Solar Shield and "Weather Wrap?", will provide the same protection for the screen runs.

Ultraviolet (UV) rays are located just past the violet portion of the visible light spectrum; sunlight is the main source. UV light is broken into three different types: UVA, UVB and UVC. UVA has longer wavelengths and passes through glass easily; experts disagree about whether or not UVA damages the eyes. UVB rays are the most dangerous, making sunglasses and sunscreen a must; they don't go through glass. UVC rays do not reach the Earth because its atmosphere blocks them.

Most people think that they're only at risk when they're outside on a sunny day, but UV light can go right through clouds, so it doesn't matter if the sky is overcast. The sun's rays are strongest between 10 am and 2 pm. Glare and reflections can give you trouble, so have your sunglasses ready if you'll be around snow, water or sand, or if you'll be driving (windshields are a big glare source).

Several safety measures protect service technicians and homeowners from eye or skin UV exposure, including a lamp shutoff switch, and a sight glass for safe and easy lamp inspection. A protective cover with a safety interlock switch immediately deactivates the lamp before the service technician or homeowner can access or service the unit. The effectiveness of germicidal UV-C is limited once molds, which are more resistant to UV energy than airborne bacteria, have already formed on surfaces.

Caviseal will burn over and change color as well as lose a 1/16 of an inch in the first month. After it burns over the degradation action slows and you will lose about an 1/8" in four months. However we want it to burn over some because it creates a hardened shell on the face increasing its permeability and moisture penetration characteristics. Back to Top

Yes. People with cataracts (or who've had cataract surgery), macular degeneration, and retinal dystrophies should be extra careful. Read more about these conditions in our Eye Problems and Diseases section.

Sungate provides lens technology solutions using patent-pending technology. Our ColorMag CMT, Neutral-IR, Color True, Shade Select and In Phase lens technologies provide countless opportunities for those needing custom lens technology solutions.

Absolutely. There is a growing body of well-conducted, validated scientific research demonstrating that the production of the activated form of vitamin D is one of the most effective ways the body controls abnormal cell growth. Moderate exposure to sunlight is the only way for the body to manufacture the vitamin D necessary for producing activated vitamin D.

Yes, this material has a lifetime U.V. rating, but we encourage using a boat cover when storing your boat outside. The sun can damage the woodwork and the finish over time.

Transitions lenses block 100% of harmful UVA and UVB rays, providing UV400 protection. In fact, Transitions lenses meet all internationally recognized standards for UV blockage including ANSI Z80.3, ISO 8980-3, EN 1836 and AS/NZS 1067. In addition, Transitions lenses were the first to receive the American Optometric Association's Seal of Acceptance for UV Absorbers and Blockers and the World Council of Optometry Global Seal of Acceptance for UV Absorbers/Blockers.

Tiffen lists a wide variety of filters in the 86C size, but not a UV Protector. The closest filter available would be the Sky 1-A, a popular general use filter that will also protect your lens while absorbing about half the UV radiation, a bit more than the UV Protector. The Sky 1-A has as slight pinkish tint that adds a touch of warmth that's especially helpful when shooting in open shade or on overcast days.

far as we know - no. Only InfinityGLARE Plus can filter out the harmful ultra violet rays. All of the other waxes, polishes or sealants cannot shield your car from the harmful ultra violet rays. Waxes and polishes can even oxidize and break down under constant exposure to sun.

Almost all clothing provides some protection from the sun, but some types will protect better than others. A good way to check is to hold the piece of clothing up to a light. The tighter the weave of the fabric, the more light it will block out, and the less UV radiation that will get through. Fabric that is wet, or has a loose weave will allow more light to penetrate through to the skin.

One bad childhood sunburn doubles the risk of getting skin cancer later in life. Over 80% of a person's lifetime exposure to the sun occurs by age 18.

They all do to some degree. Emerytex and Impervo have added UV protection making them last outdoors 6 months to one year.

Ultraviolet (UV) light is at the invisible, violet end of the light spectrum. Even though we can't see UV light, we are exposed to UV rays from all light sources, including the sun.

No, they won't! The Sun will eventually collapse (in several billion years), but that won't be caused by cosmic rays. The Sun's light and heat come from a nuclear fusion reaction going on in its core. Eventually the Sun will use up all its fuel for this nuclear reactor, and without the power source at its center the Sun will ultimately collapse under its own weight. But we have more pressing worries here on Earth! Back to Cosmic Ray Science Questions Back to Categories

Clothing must have a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) of at least 15 to be considered sun protective. A typical t-shirt has a UPF of 7 (Source: Morehouse School of Medicine). Splashskins are UPF 30 or above (blocking out 96-98% of the sun's damaging rays). Learn More!

aids in regulating your bodily functions (temperature, chemistry, blood pressure, sleep and wakefulness etc).