Description
Portwest PW15 is a pair of safety glasses with clear or smoke polycarbonate lenses, anti-scratch coating and a wraparound frame. Portwest states it meets ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ (U6 L3), EN 166 1 FT, EN 170 2C-1.2 and EN 172 5-3.1. 99% UV protection, as Portwest states. Lenses Clear and Smoke. Sold individually; the lens colour picks the exact Portwest item number. Part numbers PW15CLR, PW15SKR. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Portwest PW15 specifications
| Item | Portwest data |
|---|---|
| Part numbers | PW15CLR (Clear), PW15SKR (Smoke) |
| Portwest style | PW15 |
| Portwest collection | Eye Protection |
| Portwest range | Eye Protection |
| Portwest name | Fossa Safety Glasses |
| Product type | Safety Glasses |
| ANSI Z87.1 mark | Z87.1+ (U6 L3) |
| Lens Tint | Clear; Smoke |
| Lens Coating | Anti-scratch |
| Frame Style | Wraparound |
| Lens Material | Polycarbonate |
| UV protection | 99% UV protection |
| Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Lens colours | Clear, Smoke |
| Carton quantity | 144 per carton |
| Inner pack (Portwest) | 12 |
| HTS commodity code (Portwest data sheet) | 9004901000 |
| Test house (Portwest data sheet) | SGS FIMKO Ltd (Notified Body No.: NB: 0598), certificate 0598/PPE/26/1746 |
Source: Portwest product page https://portwest.com/products/view/PW15/CLR, fetched Nov 7 2026; Portwest US data sheet PW15; Portwest Sept 16 2026 US file.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by Portwest |
|---|---|
| ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 eye and face protection | ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 Z87+ high-impact mark, as Portwest states it. Lens markings U6 L3. U6 = UV filter, scale number 6 (Z87.1 UV protection; U6 is the highest scale); L3 = visible light filter, scale number 3 (a tinted lens). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2015 edition. |
| EN 166 personal eye protection | EN 166 1 FT: optical class 1 (for continuous wear); F = low-energy impact (6 mm ball at 45 m/s); T = impact tested at extreme temperatures (-5 °C and +55 °C), as Portwest states it. |
| EN 170 | ultraviolet filter, scale number 2C-1.2 (a clear or lightly tinted lens with good colour recognition) (Clear lens), as Portwest states it. |
| EN 172 | sunglare filter for industrial use, scale number 5-3.1 (a tinted lens) (Smoke lens), as Portwest states it. |
| UV protection | 99% UV protection, as Portwest states it. |
Source: Portwest product page https://portwest.com/products/view/PW15/CLR, fetched Nov 7 2026; Portwest US data sheet PW15; Portwest US declaration of conformity PW15. Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task.
Features
- Ultra lightweight for long uses
- Excellent side protection
- Soft arms tips for ultra comfort
- Lightweight wrap-around design
- Wrap-around style for panoramic view
- Soft arm tips and rubber nose-bridge for ultra comfort
- Anti-scratch coating for added durability
- 99% UV protection
- Certified
Source: Portwest feature list for style PW15 on its product page, fetched Nov 7 2026.
Portwest PW15 family
| Part number | Lens | Size | EAN-13 | Weight (Portwest data sheet) | On our site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PW15CLR | Clear | 5036108183791 | 0.08 lb | this page | |
| PW15SKR | Smoke | 5036108186013 | 0.09 lb | this page |
Source: Portwest US data sheet carton tables for style PW15 (item numbers, colours, EAN-13, weights); Portwest Sept 16 2026 US file. Each style links to its own page.
Portwest PW15 questions
Which ANSI standard should be stamped on safety eye wear? ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, the US eye and face protection standard; the lens and frame carry the Z87 (basic impact) or Z87+ (high impact) mark. The Portwest PW15: ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 Z87+ high-impact mark, as Portwest states it. Lens markings U6 L3. U6 = UV filter, scale number 6 (Z87.1 UV protection; U6 is the highest scale); L3 = visible light filter, scale number 3 (a tinted lens). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2015 edition.
What is the difference between ANSI Z87-1 and ANSI Z87+? Z87.1 is the ANSI/ISEA eye and face protection standard; the + after Z87 is the high-impact mark (a lens and frame that passed the high-mass and high-velocity impact tests). The Portwest PW15 carries ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 Z87+ high-impact mark, as Portwest states it. Lens markings U6 L3. U6 = UV filter, scale number 6 (Z87.1 UV protection; U6 is the highest scale); L3 = visible light filter, scale number 3 (a tinted lens). Portwest's US declaration of conformity cites the 2015 edition.
Do safety glasses block UV light? Those marked for it do. The Portwest PW15 carries the U6 mark (Z87.1 UV filter, scale number 6) where Portwest states it, and Portwest lists 99% UV protection, as Portwest states it.
How is the Portwest PW15 sold? Individually. Portwest packs 144 to a carton.
What is the Portwest PW15 lens made of? Polycarbonate; Portwest lists the materials as Polycarbonate.
Are the Portwest PW15 Z87 rated? Yes. Portwest states ANSI/ISEA Z87.1+ with the lens marking U6 L3; the + is the high-impact mark.
Guides: Z87 vs Z87+ · lens tints explained · the anti-fog marking · EN 166 vs ANSI Z87.1 · OSHA safety glasses requirements · the Z87 certification mark · every pair of safety glasses, goggle and face shield by rating.
Manufacturer item number: PW15 (the colour code and size follow the style in each part number). Documents: Portwest US data sheet PW15 (PDF); Portwest US declaration of conformity PW15 (PDF); Portwest user instruction sheet 38USP (PDF).
Lightweight wrap-around design safety glasses with one piece lens with integrated side protection. Soft arm tips and rubber nose-bridge provide ultra comfort.
Source: Portwest product description for style PW15, portwest.com, fetched Nov 7 2026.
