With the approaching solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, you’ll want a way to safely observe the phenomenon. Looking directly at the sun will instantly and permanently damage your eyes, and regular sunglasses won’t provide projection.
The simplest way is to purchase solar eclipse glasses. They are widely available, but also are likely to sell out. They did leading up to the total solar eclipse of 2017.
We are listing some solar eclipse glasses available for purchase online. If supplies start to become scarce, we will track down other sources for you!
Though the majority of the sun will be covered, viewing the eclipse without the proper eye protection can cause permanent eye damage. To be safe, use solar viewing glasses (aka, eclipse glasses).
Regular sunglasses will not be enough to protect the eye. If you have an old pair of eclipse glasses, inspect them for damage to the lenses before use. NASA doesn’t approve of any specific brands of eclipse glasses, so check the authenticity of any eclipse glasses before purchasing. Look for ones that are compliant with the ISO 12312-2 safety standard.
You can also safely look at the eclipse indirectly. Check out our instructions for making a very easy, very inexpensive pinhole viewer for the eclipse.
Warby Parker is giving away free eclipse glasses starting April 1, 2024.
Both plastic and paper frames are available.
Eclipse glasses will sell out (they did in 2017!) so don’t delay in purchasing them. Here is a recommendation, and then a few best sellers, but please read all the specifications carefully.
Tember Solar Eclipse Glasses
Tember Solar Eclipse Glasses: This 4-pack of solar eclipse glasses is tested according to ISO 12312-2, validated by POCA laboratories, and is very reasonably priced. Check price here.
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Adults should educate children on proper glasses use and the risks of sun-induced eye damage.
When viewing the eclipse through a lens (camera, binoculars, telescope, etc.), you should not rely on eclipse glasses. Lenses will concentrate sunlight into a more powerful form that is too strong for eclipse glasses. Instead, you can look into buying solar filters for your optical device. With these filters applied, you can safely look through the lenses without eclipse glasses.
Click here to read NASA’s article on eclipse-viewing safety.
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