Welding Lenses

Our high-quality auto-darkening welding lenses are great for short and long welding jobs. Our lenses darken quickly, provide excellent visibility, and are very durable. They come in both adjustable and fixed shades and fit most standard hoods.

About Ridge Products Auto Darkening Welding Lens

Ridge Products auto-darkening lenses aren’t just another lens. They’re made for welders who want to see clearly, stay comfortable, and feel confident with every arc strike. It doesn’t matter if you’re running beads all day or doing tight TIG work – Ridge lenses help you stay locked in on your puddle and protect your eyes without fail.

If you want a lens that gives you a clear weld puddle, switches fast, and doesn’t quit on you, we have what you’re looking for. Whether you want full control with an adjustable model or you like to keep things simple with a fixed shade, our lenses are made to get the job done right.

Why Do Our Lenses Stand Out?

• Fast Auto-Darkening Response: Your eyes take a hit whenever an arc flashes too long. Our lenses darken super fast, in 1/25,000th of a second, to protect your eyes from arc flashes and help you stay focused on your work.
  
• True Color Blue Welding Ability: A bad lens can make your welds look blurry or blown out. Ridge lenses use balanced filters that keep the view sharp and natural, so you can see the puddle, not just guess at it.
  
• No More Flipping Your Hood: Tired of constantly lifting your hood to check your work? These lenses let you see clearly between welds without flipping anything up and down. It saves your neck and speeds things up.
  
• Fit Most Processes: Ridge Products auto-welding lenses are excellent for SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and plasma cutting processes. The Heir Single, in particular, works great for TIG.
  
• No Glare, No Nonsense: Bright shop lights and reflections can make low-end lenses hard to use. Ridge lenses keep the shade steady and cut out glare so your eyes can focus longer without strain.
  

Shipping, Returns, and Warranty

Every order includes free shipping. You get your gear quickly, without paying extra. Ridge offers a 90-day free return policy for any reason, with no questions asked.

There's also a 1-year warranty covering defects, so you can get a replacement if the lens stops working. This warranty gives you peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Often Will I Need to Replace the Batteries?

Ridge's auto-darkening lenses are rechargeable and long-lasting. The swappable batteries last 800 hours per set before they need to be changed.​

Can I Use Auto-Darkening Lenses For All Welding Processes?

You can use our auto darkening welding lenses for most processes. They are best for SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and plasma cutting. You can use some of our lenses for TIG, but you might need to modify them first.

How Long Do Auto-Darkening Lenses Last?

Each Ridge Products auto-darkening lens lasts 1600 hours, so it’s great for heavy, daily use. It'll keep performing consistently as long as it's kept in good condition.

What’s The Difference Between The King, Prince, And Heir Lenses?

The King has a gold tone and gives a warmer view, often preferred for deeper contrast. The Prince has a silver tone with a slightly cooler view, while the Heir is HD and focuses on sharp detail and color clarity. All three offer fast switching and solid eye protection.
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