Sturdier but still inexpensive: Plastic glasses / cardboard viewers ($10-$20) They're dangerous and may not provide enough protection. Got a pair laying around you plan to reuse? If they're crinkled, cracked, or more than 3 years old, trash 'em. Again, make sure you're getting one made by or approved by the AAS list of manufacturers. You can buy these in packs for around a buck a pair, making them a great option for families, teachers or organizations hoping to provide larger quantities on the cheap. We've seen 'em before - they're those paper frames that look like old-school 3D glasses, but instead of the old cyan/red combo, they're fitted with solar viewing material. The American Astronomical Society has an excellent rundown of manufacturers, vendors and retail chains where you can get solar-filter equipment, and that's further informed our list.Īmerican Paper Optical makes cheap, safe paper glasses anyone can use to look directly at a solar eclipse.Ĭheap and easy: Paper glasses ($1 and up)
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The most important rule of thumb while you shop is there are specific trusted manufacturers and vendors who sell certified glasses/viewers that meet the ISO 12312-2 international standard (that's what you'll need to be protected from the sun as you stare at it). To that end, we've used those NASA guidelines to create our recommendations for eclipse-viewing gear. When it comes to buying eclipse glasses, caveat emptor applies - your vision is on the line, it's really important to know you're getting viewers with proper protection. We pulled those points from NASA's safety tips to prevent eye injury during an eclipse, and you should read all those tips.
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