iCoat provides a full spectrum of tinting colors applicable to both prescription and non-prescription lenses. iCoat tints lenses in its own proprietarily engineered tinting equipment that precisely controls temperatures and crystallization of the dye fluid. iCoat can match virtually any color sample provided.
In general, the higher the density of the tint the more it will block out visible light. A 10% to 20% tint is used for a fashion purpose and blocks out between 10 and 20 percent of light. A tint ranging between 60% and 85% is used for outdoor protection from harmful sun rays and would block out between 60%-85% of visible light.
Solid Tinting
A Solid tinting of lens imparts a fixed color that has a consistent level of light absorption and light transmission throughout the lens. Solid tinting is the most commonly used application for the majority of sunglasses applications.
Gradient Tinting
A Gradient tinting in the lens starts with a full tint at the top, fading gradually to no tint or a very light tint at the bottom of the lens.
Double Gradient Tinting
A Double Gradient tinting in the lens employs a full tint at the top and bottom of the lens, and a medium tint in the center of the lens. Double gradient tints is a good choice for people on water or snow because the lens blocks glare and reflections coming from above and below, while allowing for a clearer viewing area in the middle.
