{"title":"Welding Goggles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWelding Goggle Selection — Quick Reference (Gas Welding \/ Brazing)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggles protect eyes from BRIGHT LIGHT + INFRARED + ULTRAVIOLET radiation produced by GAS WELDING + BRAZING + OXY-FUEL CUTTING. Different from welding helmets (full face — arc welding) — goggles for lower-intensity flame work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWelding Goggle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas Welding Goggle (Shade 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight oxy-fuel + brazing — common\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShade 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas Welding Goggle (Shade 6-7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier oxy-fuel + cutting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShade 6-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFurnace Goggle (Shade 4-5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFurnace + foundry + hot work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShade 4-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCup-Style (Sealed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum eye protection + dust + spatter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlip-Up Front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear lens base + tinted flip — versatile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide-Vision (Panoramic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter field of view\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-Fog Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHot \/ sweaty work conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement Lenses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScratched \/ damaged lens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer goggle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welding goggles for FLAME WORK ONLY (oxy-fuel + brazing + cutting + furnace). NEVER use for arc welding — UV from arc requires Shade 9-13 helmet. Match shade to process — too light = arc eye; too dark = poor visibility + bad weld. AS\/NZS 1338 governs welding eye protection. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/bossweld\"\u003eBossweld\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/shop-by-brand\"\u003eHoneywell\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/welding-helmets\"\u003ewelding helmets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/welding-safety-equipment\"\u003ewelding safety\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/blogs\/product-guides\/welding-eye-protection-guide\"\u003ewelding eye protection guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWelding Goggles for Australian Gas Welding, Brazing and Cutting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggles protect the eyes from the bright light, infrared, and ultraviolet radiation produced by gas welding, brazing, and oxy-fuel cutting work. Different from welding helmets (which provide full face protection for arc welding), welding goggles cover only the eyes — making them lighter, simpler, and adequate for gas-process welding where arc-flash protection isn't required. For Australian gas welders, brazing operators, and oxy-cutting work, the right welding goggles matched to the lens shade and frame style are essential. AIMS Industrial supplies welding goggles compliant with AS\/NZS 1338.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe welding goggle types we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed-shade welding goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — single shade lens for specific welding processes; simple and economical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlip-up welding goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark welding lens flips up to reveal clear lens for setup and inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover-spec goggles (over-glasses)\u003c\/strong\u003e — fit over prescription glasses for users requiring vision correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-fog welding goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — fog-resistant coating for sustained work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndirect-vent welding goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — allow ventilation without exposing the eyes to direct sparks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLens shade selection — match to welding process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggle lens shades are specified by AS\/NZS 1338. Common shade selections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 3\u003c\/strong\u003e — light gas brazing and soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 4\u003c\/strong\u003e — gas brazing of moderate intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 5\u003c\/strong\u003e — gas brazing and welding (light to moderate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 6\u003c\/strong\u003e — oxy-fuel cutting (light to moderate plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 7\u003c\/strong\u003e — gas welding (medium plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade 8\u003c\/strong\u003e — gas welding and cutting (heavy plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor arc welding (MIG, TIG, stick), shades 10-13+ are required — these are typically achieved with welding helmets rather than goggles. Don't use welding goggles for arc welding without confirming the shade meets the arc welding process requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere welding goggles earn their place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas welding (oxy-acetylene, oxy-LPG)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary application for welding goggles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrazing\u003c\/strong\u003e — light to moderate brazing with gas torches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOxy-fuel cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e — gas cutting where eye protection from cutting flame is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurnace observation\u003c\/strong\u003e — looking into hot furnaces and processes for monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass blowing and similar\u003c\/strong\u003e — heat radiation protection in non-welding hot processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompliance — AS\/NZS 1338\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian welding eye protection is governed by AS\/NZS 1338 (Filters for eye protectors) and AS\/NZS 1337 (Personal eye protection). Welding goggles must be marked with the standard reference and the shade rating; these markings are visible on the goggles themselves. For workplace safety compliance, only goggles meeting AS\/NZS 1338 should be used in welding operations; non-compliant goggles can fail to provide adequate UV\/IR protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrame and lens construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft frame goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — flexible frames that conform to the face for comfortable sustained use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRigid frame goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — stiffer frames for harder use environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable lens systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — frame accepts replacement lenses for different shade requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed (gas-tight) goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — for environments with airborne contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWelding goggles versus welding helmets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelding goggles\u003c\/strong\u003e — eye protection only; for gas processes (brazing, cutting, gas welding); cooler and lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelding helmets\u003c\/strong\u003e — full face and eye protection; required for arc welding (MIG, TIG, stick); see our welding helmet range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the eye protection to the welding process — gas processes use goggles; arc processes require helmets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggles are stocked from quality safety equipment manufacturers compliant with AS\/NZS 1338. For specific brand requirements, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e for current options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggle lenses scratch and degrade with use. Replace when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLenses are scratched enough to obscure vision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shade material has degraded (UV exposure can reduce shade effectiveness over years)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe frame is damaged or no longer seals against the face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion ranges at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding goggles sit alongside our broader welding PPE range — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/welding-helmet-accessories\"\u003ewelding helmet accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/safety-glasses\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/welding-jackets\"\u003ewelding jackets\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/respiratory-protection\"\u003erespiratory protection\u003c\/a\u003e for the related products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help speccing welding goggles for specific gas processes or brazing work? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match by process type, shade rating, and frame style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bossweld-gas-welding-flip-up-goggles-shade-5-as","title":"Bossweld Gas Welding Flip-Up Goggles Shade 5 - AS","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eGas Welding Flip-Up Goggles Shade 5 provide lightweight, reliable eye protection for gas.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eCompatibility: Shade 5 gas welding goggles for oxy fuel welding, cutting and plasma tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eViewing Area: flip up design allows easy inspection without removing goggles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;padding-top:12px;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eGas Welding Flip-Up Goggles Shade 5 provide lightweight, reliable eye protection for gas welding, brazing and cutting tasks. Featuring a convenient flip-up lens, they allow quick transitions between welding and non-welding work while maintaining comfort and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bossweld","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49128771092757,"sku":"A0102098","price":21.83,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/bossweld-gas-welding-flip-up-goggles-shade-5-as1.jpg?v=1756296858"},{"product_id":"bosssafe-safety-spectacles-shade-5","title":"BossSafe Safety Spectacles Shade 5","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eSafety Spectacles Shade 5 are lightweight polycarbonate eyewear designed for oxy fuel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eCompatibility: S hade 5 safety spectacles for oxy fuel welding, cutting and plasma tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOptical Protection: f ilters intense light while providing clear vision and improved.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;padding-top:12px;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eSafety Spectacles Shade 5 are lightweight polycarbonate eyewear designed for oxy fuel cutting, welding and plasma cutting tasks. 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