| PLASTICS
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ZYL
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• Most common, frames cut from all colors, patterns, textures of sheet stock
• Softens over time, readjustment needed, too much heat can melt, bubble or burn the frame • Can become dry or brittle with age, check before adjusting • Acetone will dissolve the frame • Heat to 120°C to adjust • Easy to insert lenses and adjust • Can stretch with heat or shrink with cooling (careful hidden hinge may loosen if heated too hot) |
• Frames maintain their high luster
• Can be laminated for great effects • Works wonderfully for those big temples with logos and brand emblems |
| CELLULOSE
PROPIONATE |
• Injection molded
• Lightweight, strong and flexible, color is added by an over-coating • Excess heat bubbles the frame, beads will pock the surface • NO acetone or alcohol |
• This is one of the most comfortable and lightweight
materials • Large sizes retain their stability, even as wrap frames • Less sensitive to warm weather and will hold their adjustment |
| GRILAMID | • Thermoplastic molded frame, clear and transparent
• Lightweight, 20% lighter than zyl • Does not dry out • Cold glazing for thin lenses, slight heat for high powers, <50°C |
• This frame material is highly durable and resistant
to aging • Flexible even in thin designs • Hypoallergenic • Created in a wide variety of color combinations |
| HYTREL | • Exceptionally tough and resilient
• Resistant to creep, impact and flex fatigue |
• These frames are good in a wide range of temperatures maintaining flexibility and lens retention |
| TROGAMID | • Highly resistant to chemicals and UV
• Excellent abrasion and scratch resistance |
• Great under the most extreme conditions
• Maintains its good looks for the life of the eyewear |
| METALS | KNOW | SAY |
| ALUMINUM | • Light & strong (50% lighter than titanium)
• Little flexibility, if riveted hinges, adjusting often is difficult • Spring hinges available |
• Even thick parts make the frame extremely light
• Good variety of finishes • Creates a “look” • Hypoallergenic |
| ANODIZED ALUMINUM | • Stronger, less scratch resistant than Aluminum
• Imbedded spring hinges |
• This material creates a sleek look and is so lightweight
• Anodized with beautiful finishes and colors |
| BETA TITANIUM | • Strong and lightweight alloy of titanium, vanadium, aluminum
• Nickel-free • More flexible than pure Ti |
• For a light, comfortable, durable and flexible frame that can be highly styled
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| MONEL | • Most used frame metal
• Copper & nickel in a 2:1 ratio • Strong solders and finishes • Easily adjusted, re-shaped and corrosion resistant • Some patients skin may react over time with some Monel finishes |
• This frame is strong and easy for me to adjust for the perfect fit
• Millions of frames in this material are dispensed every year • They stay stable and in shape for a long time. |
| STAINLESS STEEL | • Nickel free
• Stainless • Hypoallergenic |
• Creates bright shiny frames or has a beautiful matte finish in silver, black, copper, gold colors
• Since they don’t lose their shapes, a snug temple fit is great for active wearers |
| TITANIUM
(90% TO 100% TITANIUM) |
• Extremely lightweight yet durable
• Corrosion resistant • Polishes well, electrolytic color finishes • Casting adds design features • Adjusts well but for rimless requires the right tools |
• These frames are extremely lightweight yet wonderfully durable
• They can provide that minimalist look • Hypoallergenic • Provides long life, superior strength and are a good investment |
