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KleenGuard Nemesis VL Safety Glasses (Smoke Uncoated)

KleenGuard Nemesis VL Safety Glasses (Smoke Uncoated) (Case/12)

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KleenGuard Nemesis VL Safety Glasses — Smoke Lens (Uncoated), Frameless No-Brow Design, Gun Metal (Case of 12)

KleenGuard Nemesis VL Safety Glasses (manufacturer code 25704) are a lightweight, frameless safety eyewear option with a no-brow design intended to improve upward peripheral vision and reduce interference with hard-hat suspension systems. Per the manufacturer specification, this smoke-lens configuration is listed at VLT 9% and uses an impact-resistant polycarbonate lens with base curve 8, plus ratcheted temples for fit adjustment. Each selling unit is a case of 12 pairs.

Controlled-environment note: Safety glasses can be part of a broader contamination-control garment system for support areas. If your SOP / cleanroom grade requires sterile eye coverings (e.g., goggles), select the sterile goggle/eye-covering solution specified by your program.

Specifications (Manufacturer-first):
  • Manufacturer / brand family: Kimberly-Clark Professional / KleenGuard
  • Manufacturer code: 25704
  • Former code (manufacturer): 3013538
  • Lens: Smoke
  • Visible Light Transmission (VLT): 9%
  • Frame / temples: Gun Metal
  • Frame type: Frameless
  • Temples: Ratcheted
  • Base curve: 8
  • Materials: Polycarbonate lens; nylon frame/temple; Empilon nosepiece
  • Protection: Impact resistant
  • UV protection: 99.9% UVA / UVB / UVC protection
  • Standards: ANSI Z87.1:2010
  • CE certification (as listed by manufacturer for this code): EN 166:2001
  • Arc flash rated: No
  • IRUV rated: No
  • Pack: 12 pairs (case unit: 12 glasses)
About the Manufacturer:

The Nemesis / Nemesis VL platform is positioned by the manufacturer around comfort-driven compliance: lightweight construction, wraparound coverage, and multiple lens variants to fit different lighting and hazard contexts. The Nemesis VL variant uses a frameless geometry and a no-brow profile intended to increase upward peripheral vision.

In controlled environments, eyewear selection is also a contamination-control decision: stable fit can reduce adjustment frequency (a common contamination behavior driver) and help eyewear integrate cleanly with hoods, masks/veils, and head coverings used in your gowning system.

Key Features:
  • Frameless Nemesis VL format for reduced weight
  • No-brow design to improve upward peripheral vision and reduce hard-hat suspension interference
  • Impact-resistant polycarbonate lens; base curve 8 wraparound geometry
  • Smoke lens (VLT 9%) for bright-light conditions (selection is SOP / task dependent)
  • Ratcheted temples to help dial in fit
  • 99.9% UVA/UVB/UVC protection (manufacturer listed)
Benefits in Cleanroom + Lab Workflows:
  • Comfort supports compliance: lightweight eyewear helps reduce removal and repeated adjustments.
  • Better integration with headwear: no-brow profile can sit more cleanly under certain hoods and face coverings (SOP dependent).
  • Outdoor / high-glare suitability: smoke lens reduces visible light transmission for bright environments; confirm acceptability for task visibility.
  • Standardized performance: manufacturer lists ANSI Z87.1:2010 and impact resistance with defined materials and geometry.
Common Applications:
  • Outdoor or high-glare environments where smoke lenses are preferred
  • Industrial, maintenance, and general facility work requiring impact-rated eye protection
  • Controlled-environment support areas where eyewear must integrate with head coverings and masks
Best-Practice Use (Contamination-Control Oriented):
  • Stage eyewear correctly: store dedicated eyewear in a controlled location (bag/container per SOP) to prevent recontamination.
  • Don without face-touching: handle by temples; avoid contacting lens and face interface areas.
  • Avoid in-room adjustments: repeated adjustments are a common contamination pathway; correct fit issues per SOP (often outside the critical area).
  • Qualified cleaning: confirm compatibility of cleaners/disinfectants with polycarbonate and any coatings before routine wipe-down use.
  • Escalate when required: if your area requires sterile eye coverings (goggles), use the sterile goggle/eye covering specified by your gowning SOP.

Reminder: Your SOP governs gowning sequence, cleaning frequency, disinfectant rotation, and acceptance criteria. This page provides product context and technique guidance — it does not replace validated procedures.

Other Nemesis VL Options Available at SOSCleanroom.com

Product page updated: Jan. 14, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)
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The Technical Vault
By SOSCleanroom
Nemesis VL Smoke Lens VLT 9% Frameless / No-Brow ANSI Z87.1:2010 EN 166:2001 (CE) Base Curve 8 Case Unit: 12
KleenGuard Nemesis VL (25704) — smoke-lens, frameless eyewear for bright-light work while maintaining a disciplined gowning mindset
Where this item fits (and where it does not)

Manufacturer code 25704 is a Nemesis VL smoke-lens variant listed at VLT 9% with impact-resistant polycarbonate construction. Most often selected for bright-light environments where reduced visible light transmission is preferred. In higher-grade aseptic cleanrooms, confirm whether your program requires sealed/sterile eye coverings (goggles) instead of non-sterile safety glasses.

Manufacturer-defined product identity
Attribute Manufacturer listing (25704) Why it matters
Code / former code25704 / 3013538Supports receiving traceability and correct variant control.
Lens / VLTSmoke / VLT 9%Low VLT is typically preferred for bright-light conditions; confirm task visibility needs.
Frame/templesGun Metal; ratcheted templesFit stability reduces "adjustment frequency" (behavior + contamination driver).
Frame type / base curveFrameless / base curve 8Wrap coverage and lighter weight can improve compliance.
MaterialsPolycarbonate lens; nylon frame/temple; Empilon nosepieceMaterial selection influences durability and cleaning compatibility.
StandardsANSI Z87.1:2010; CE certified EN 166:2001Baseline compliance posture for eye protection selection.
UV protection99.9% UVA/UVB/UVC protectionSupports mixed-lighting work and general eye protection expectations.
Contamination-control lens: eyewear as a "behavior control" tool

In controlled environments, contamination control often fails for simple reasons: operators adjust eyewear frequently, touch their face, and transfer contamination to gloves and garments. A stable-fit, comfortable eyewear choice can reduce these failure modes, especially in support areas and gowning transitions.

Donning (gowning) guidance: ISO-first, then Annex 1 overlay
ISO approach: build repeatable operations control
  • Stage before gowning begins: avoid carrying eyewear through uncontrolled areas once gowning steps start.
  • Don by temples only: treat lens + face interface areas as "no touch."
  • Integrate with hood/mask/veil: don in a repeatable order so fit is correct without repeated adjustments.
  • Hands off after entry: if eyewear shifts or visibility becomes unsafe, follow SOP (often step out to correct).

European Annex 1 overlay: Annex 1 expectations for Grade A/B include sterile masks and sterile eye coverings (e.g., goggles). If your operation is Annex 1 governed, confirm whether this area requires sealed/sterile goggles rather than non-sterile safety glasses.

Common failure modes (how contamination happens)
  • Frequent eyewear adjustment: drives face touching and glove contamination transfer.
  • Unqualified cleaning chemistry: can haze polycarbonate or degrade parts; qualify your wipe-down method.
  • Wrong lens for lighting: smoke lenses can reduce indoor visibility; align lens selection to task risk.
  • Annex 1 mismatch: using safety glasses where sterile goggles are required creates compliance risk.
SOSCleanroom note about SOP's

The Technical Vault is written to help customers make informed contamination-control decisions and improve day-to-day handling technique. It is not your facility's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), batch record, or validation protocol.

Use these best-practice suggestions to strengthen your SOPs—not to replace them.

Source basis (manufacturer-first)
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Last reviewed: May 1, 2026
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