A pair of fit-over glasses with black frames and yellow-tinted lenses.

NoIR 87% Yellow SpectraShield Large 450-38/39

by NoIR Medical

$55.00 ▲ $5.05 (10%)

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Setup with instructions The glasses work immediately out of the box with no setup, but NoIR offers dozens of filter colors and transmission levels. Choosing the wrong tint for a specific eye condition (e.g., macular degeneration, cataracts, photophobia) can reduce rather than improve functional vision. A low-vision specialist or optometrist familiar with absorptive lenses can meaningfully improve outcomes, making professional guidance recommended appropriate despite the product's physical simplicity.

Last verified September 20, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026

These are specialty low-vision filter glasses with a light yellow tint that blocks 100% of UV and blue light while allowing 87% of visible light to pass through — one of the highest light transmission levels in NoIR's range, designed for people who need contrast enhancement without significant dimming. They're a good fit for someone with macular degeneration, glare sensitivity, or other low-vision conditions who struggles in bright light or fluctuating lighting environments but still needs maximum usable vision. The SpectraShield wraparound frame includes a top ledge to block overhead light and tinted side windows to prevent lateral glare, and can be worn directly over most prescription eyeglasses. The yellow tint, while subtle, does shift color perception, so tasks that require accurate color judgment may be affected.

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
ComplexitySetup with instructions
Price$55.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2026
ClassifiedApril 26, 2026 · confidence: high

What Setup Looks Like

  • Out of the box
    1. Put the glasses on — they can be worn directly over existing prescription glasses.
    2. No adjustment or charging needed; ready to use immediately.
  • With professional help
    1. An optometrist or low-vision specialist can help determine whether yellow (87% transmission) is the right filter color and transmission level for your specific condition and lighting environments.
    2. If you have macular degeneration or another progressive eye condition, a low-vision evaluation is recommended to select the most beneficial filter from NoIR's full range.

Getting it

Try Before You Buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

Where to Get It

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$55.00

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from NoIR Medicalview on vendor site; last verified September 20, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.