Solar eclipse glasses are safe if they comply with the UV, visible, and IR transmittance requirements of the ISO 12312-2 standard for filters for direct observation of the sun, the AAS states.

Avoid fake eclipse glasses if you want to see after Aug. 21 By Andy Marso. amarso ... “When the first round of fake glasses came on they didn’t have the ISO number, ...

Now, in the event you already got your eclipse glasses or hand-held viewers from a non-approved vendor, that’s okay. There are steps you can take to verify their authenticity—steps that are ...

Urgent warning issued about fake solar eclipse glasses: How to tell if yours are safe ahead of April 8. Updated: Mar. 28, ... round disk (the sun’s visible “face”) that’s comfortably bright.

The American Astronomical Society said in a release that it has seen 'counterfeit' solar eclipse glasses 'polluting the market' and shared its tips for making sure your glasses are not fake.

A total solar eclipse is heading our way on April 8. Its path will stretch from Texas to Maine. According to NASA, an estimated 31.6 million people live in the path of totality this year, compared ...

A total solar eclipse is heading our way on April 8. Its path will stretch from Texas to Maine. According to NASA, an estimated 31.6 million people live in the path of totality this year, compared ...

Are there counterfeit solar eclipse glasses out there? Here’s an important thing to remember; manufacturers all over the world are making solar eclipse glasses and a lot goes into making them.