Dazzle

Dazzle

Dazzle

Product catalog summary
Overview
Dazzle Eyewear provides optimal protection for pilots against commercial laser threats, utilizing advanced optical-dye and lens coating technology. This eyewear is particularly effective in the green spectrum, where most laser incidents occur, and also offers red/blue protection in day models and blue protection in night models.
Integration and Compatibility
Dazzle Eyewear is designed to integrate seamlessly with Gentex Rotary Wing Aircrew Helmet Systems, specifically the HGU-56/P and SPH-5 models. It is available as visors for these helmets or as spectacles that can be worn with or without a flight helmet, ensuring compatibility with additional equipment like Helmet Mounted Displays and Night Vision Goggles.
Key Features
  • Laser Threat Protection: Designed for both professional and private pilots, Dazzle Eyewear protects against low-intensity lasers without compromising visual acuity.
  • Day and Night Versions: Day lenses provide sunshade protection, while night lenses offer higher visible light transmission for better visibility in dark conditions.
  • Advanced Materials: Made from lightweight ballistic grade polycarbonate composites, the lenses meet MIL-V-43511 and ANSI Z standards, featuring abrasion-resistant coatings for durability.
  • Wide Applicability: Suitable for various aviation sectors, including general aviation, law enforcement, and emergency services, while maintaining color perception for cockpit display compatibility.
Specifications
The eyewear provides different levels of protection across various wavelengths:
  • Green (532 nm): >2.5 OD for both day and night lenses
  • Red (635 nm): >0.8 OD for day lenses
  • Blue (445 nm): >1.5 OD for both day and night lenses
Caution
Gentex Dazzle Defense products are designed for specific wavelengths and energy levels. Using them outside these parameters could result in serious injury.
Contact Information
For more information, visit Gentex's website or contact them directly at their Simpson, PA office.
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Catalog excerpts

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DAZZLE Laser Defense Eyewear Laser Threat Protection for Professional and Private Pilots To combat emerging laser threats that may be encountered by pilots during critical phases of flight, Gentex has developed a line of laser protective flight-helmet mounted visors and spectacles, Gentex Dazzle Laser Defense Eyewear. The perfect choice for commercial pilots to combat the hazards of low-intensity lasers without compromising visual acuity, Dazzle Eyewear comes available as visors for the Gentex HGU-56/P and SPH-5® Rotary Wing Aircrew Helmet Systems and as spectacles to be worn with or without a flight-helmet. Both formats come in day and night versions, with all lenses designed to maintain see-through color perception. Low cost of ownership, comfort, equipment compatibility, and durability round out the benefits of Gentex Dazzle Laser Defense Eyewear. Above: Gentex Dazzle Defense Visor (Night) Right: Gentex Dazzle Defense Visor (Night) shown on a HGU-56/P Helmet KEY FEATURES Optimal Protection from Commercial Laser Threats With Dazzle Eyewear, pilots can easily maintain flight and personal safety during lasing incidents. Key protection comes from special absorbing opticaldye and lens coating technology, which shields pilots from hazardous reflected or scattered laser light (radiation). Maximum protection is provided in the green part of the visible spectrum, where the vast majority of reported lasing events have occurred. Red/blue protection is also provided in day models and blue protection provided in night models. Spectacle and Visor Formats Seamlessly Integrate with Gentex Rotary Wing Aircrew Helmet Systems Obtaining protection from commercial laser threats couldn’t be easier. For Gentex HGU-56/P and SPH-5 Helmet users, Dazzle Visors are a cost effective upgrade that seamlessly integrate into existing helmet systems. For general aviators, Dazzle Spectacles are a perfect alternative to standard sunglasses and may be worn with or without a flight-helmet. The spectacles utilize Navy approved frame design for compatibility with additional headborne equipment such as Helmet Mounted Displays and Night Vision Goggles. Above: Gentex Dazzle Defense Spectacles (Night) Right: Gentex Dazzle Defense Spectacles (Night) shown worn without a flight-helmet. Contact Us Gentex is committed to designing advanced performance capabilities for worldwide aircrew personnel. For more information on Gentex Dazzle Laser Defense Eyewear, visit our webpage at www.gentexcorp.com/distributors to locate a Gentex’s authorized distributor near you. For general inquiries, contact Gentex directly at [email protected]. Gentex Corporation Copyright © 2015 Gentex Corporation. GENTEX and SPH-5 are registered trademarks of Gentex Corporati

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Dazzle-2

AIRCREW SYSTEMS Laser Defense Eyewear DAZZLEKEY FEATURES CONTINUED Available for Both Day and Night Wear Ready for day or night, Dazzle Eyewear day lenses provide sunshade protection under bright conditions, and can be used as a direct replacement for the neutral gray visor of Gentex HGU-56/P and SPH-5® Helmet Systems. Dazzle night lenses provide nearly three times as much visible light transmission as the day lenses to maintain visibility during dark conditions, while maintaining the same level of green and blue laser light protection as the day lens. Advanced Materials for Ultimate Protection...

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