UVXS8565 - Uvex Bionic Replacement Visor Shade 5.0 Uncoated

Technical Overview of the Uvex Bionic Shade 5.0 Replacement Visor

The Uvex S8565 is a specialized replacement visor designed exclusively for the Uvex Bionic Shield system. Engineered for industrial environments requiring protection against infrared radiation and high-velocity impact, this visor features a Shade 5.0 tint suitable for oxy-fuel welding, cutting, and brazing applications. The lens is manufactured from high-grade reinforced polycarbonate, providing a robust barrier against airborne debris, chemical splashes, and welding sparks. With a thickness of 1.5 mm (.060 inches), it offers substantial structural integrity while maintaining the lightweight balance characteristic of the Bionic line.

This specific model (S8565) comes with an uncoated surface. While anti-fog and hardcoat options exist within the Bionic series, the uncoated variant provides pure optical clarity and is often preferred in environments where specific chemical interactions with coatings are a concern, or as a cost-effective solution for high-turnover consumables. The visor's curvature is optically corrected to minimize distortion, ensuring that workers maintain a clear, panoramic field of view—critical for precision tasks and situational awareness on the shop floor.

Compliance and safety are paramount with the S8565. It meets the rigorous requirements of ANSI Z87+ (High Impact) and CSA Z94.3 standards, certifying its performance under stress. The visor effectively blocks 99.9% of UVA and UVB radiation, protecting users from long-term ocular damage. Installation into the Bionic Shield headgear is straightforward, allowing for quick change-outs without requiring specialized tools, thereby minimizing downtime during shift changes or when transitioning between different welding processes.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Material: Polycarbonate


• Tint: Shade 5.0 (Green)


• Coating: Uncoated


• Thickness: 1.5 mm


• Certifications: ANSI Z87+, CSA Z94.3