Optolite single vision lenses have one power across the whole lens, set precisely for distance or for reading. Choose ready-stock lenses for common prescriptions, or lenses surfaced in the laboratory for your exact power.
A single vision lens corrects one viewing distance. Light passing through any part of the lens is focused the same way, so the whole lens gives you a consistent, wide field of clear vision.
Finished lenses for prescriptions within the available stock range. Because they are pre-made, they are typically ready faster — a great everyday choice for common powers.
Laboratory-surfaced lenses made to your exact prescription. RX gives wider power ranges and, on eligible clear lenses, the option of a fashion tint or a polarised add-on.
Single vision lenses for higher powers get noticeably thicker at the edge (for minus lenses) or the centre (for plus lenses). A higher index reduces that thickness. Try it:
Illustrative estimate for a 60 mm round lens. Actual thickness depends on your frame size and shape, fitting, lens design and diameter.
Every combination currently listed in the Optolite single vision collection. Your optician will confirm the right option for your prescription.
| Index | Hard Coat | Clear AR | Blue Shield | Premium SHMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.56 Mid index | ||||
| 1.59 Polycarbonate | ||||
| 1.60 High index | ||||
| 1.67 High index | ||||
| 1.74 Ultra-thin |
| Index | Hard Coat | Clear AR | Blue Shield | Premium SHMC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.50 CR-39 | ||||
| 1.56 Mid index | ||||
| 1.59 Polycarbonate | ||||
| 1.60 High index | ||||
| 1.67 High index | ||||
| 1.74 Ultra-thin | On request — confirm with lab | |||
Indicative ranges to help you and your optician plan. Final availability always depends on the combined powers, index, design and diameter.
Proposed ranges for lab review — indicative planning ranges, not confirmed manufacturing limits. Final availability depends on design, index, combined powers and diameter.
Proposed ranges for lab review — indicative planning ranges, not confirmed manufacturing limits. Final availability depends on design, index, combined powers and diameter.
Hard Coat, Clear AR, Blue Shield and Premium SHMC — what each layer does for you.
See coatings ColourTurn eligible clear RX single vision lenses into prescription sunglasses.
Open colour studio MaterialCR-39, mid index, polycarbonate and high index — which suits your prescription.
Compare indexesA single vision lens has one power across the whole lens. It corrects one viewing distance — for example distance vision for short-sightedness (myopia), or near vision for reading glasses — and can also correct astigmatism.
Finished stock lenses are pre-made in common prescription ranges and are ready quickly. RX lenses are surfaced in a laboratory to your exact prescription, which allows wider power ranges and add-ons such as tints or polarised options on eligible clear lenses.
Tint and polarised options are not offered on stock lenses. Eligible clear RX single vision lenses can take a fashion tint or a polarised add-on — ask your optician which combinations are available for your prescription.
For mild prescriptions 1.50 or 1.56 work well. 1.59 polycarbonate is light and impact-resistant. For stronger prescriptions 1.60, 1.67 or 1.74 help reduce thickness. See our lens index guide to compare.
Optolite lenses are supplied through opticians and optical partners. Talk to us about the right lens, or about stocking the collection.
