3M GG501SGAF Clear Scotchgard GoggleGear 500 Series with Anti-fog Lens (Each)
3M GG501SGAF Clear Scotchgard GoggleGear 500 Series with Anti-fog Lens (Each)
3M™ GoggleGear™ 500 Series Safety Goggles feature a low-profile design with an adjustable strap, indirect ventilation, and 3M™ Scotchgard™ Protector Anti-Fog/Anti-Scratch Coating. Additionally, these goggles are D3 (droplet and splash) and D4 (dust) rated.
Fogged lenses can be frustrating and dangerous, which is why 3M™ GoggleGear™ 500 Series Safety Goggles feature 3M™ Scotchgard™ Protector Anti-Fog Coating. This helps workers see clearly thanks to a formula that bonds the coating to the lens.
Meets or Exceeds ANSI Z87.1-2003 and CSA Z94.3-2007
Features:
- Low-profile design
- Adjustable elastic strap
- Indirect ventilation
- 3M™ Scotchgard™ Protector Anti-Fog/Anti-Scratch Coating
- D3 (droplet and splash) and D4 (dust) rated
- Meets the Impact-Rated Protector requirement of the ANSI-ISEA Z87.1-2020 Standard
- Eyewear Range: Premium
- Frame Color: Red & Black
- Frame Material: Plastic
- Frame Style: Goggle
- Goggle Type: Vented
- Lens Color: Clear
- Lens Marking: Z87+
- Splash Protection: Yes
- Strap Material: Cloth
- Temple Style: Strap
- UV Protection: 99.9%
- Venting: Indirect
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle a good choice for tasks with dust, chemical splash, and flying debris like grinding or remediation?
Yes. The 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 is a sealed safety goggle rated D3 (droplet and splash) and D4 (dust), so it protects against liquid splash and fine dust while its impact-rated polycarbonate lens (marked Z87+) guards against flying particles. That combination makes it well suited to grinding, chipping, sawing, cleaning, remediation, and facility maintenance. Its indirect ventilation lets air move while blocking direct splash entry, and the 3M Scotchgard anti-fog coating keeps vision clear during these tasks.
What safety standard and ratings does the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle meet?
The 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle is certified to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, with the lens marked 3M Z87+ to indicate high-impact protection. It is also rated D3 (droplet and splash) and D4 (dust). The lens is polycarbonate and blocks 99.9% of UV. Size is universal (one size), with an adjustable cloth strap.
What does the D3 and D4 rating mean on the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle?
On the 3M GG501SGAF, the D3 rating means the goggle is tested for protection against droplets and liquid splash, and the D4 rating means it is tested for protection against fine dust. These are splash and dust markings under the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 eye-protection standard, so a D3/D4 goggle shields the eyes from both wet splash hazards and airborne dust — protection a standard open safety glass does not provide.
What is the 3M Scotchgard anti-fog coating on the GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle, and does it stop lenses from fogging?
The GG501SGAF uses the 3M Scotchgard Protector Anti-Fog / Anti-Scratch Coating, a durable coating bonded to the polycarbonate lens. It resists fogging in humid, hot, or temperature-changing conditions so workers keep clear vision, and it also resists scratches for a longer lens life. Because the coating is bonded to the lens (not a wipe-on spray), it lasts far longer than temporary anti-fog treatments.
Can the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle be worn for chemical or infection-control work in food, pharma, or healthcare settings?
Yes. The 3M GG501SGAF is D3-rated for droplet and liquid splash protection, which is why 3M recommends it for chemicals, food and beverage manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceutical, and facility-sanitation environments. Its indirect ventilation reduces direct splash entry while limiting fogging, and the sealed goggle form provides a fuller seal around the eyes than open safety glasses. Note it is protective eyewear rated to ANSI/ISEA Z87.1, not a certified respirator or face shield.
How is the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle different from regular safety glasses?
The 3M GG501SGAF is a sealed goggle, not open safety glasses, so it wraps and seals around the eyes for D3 splash and D4 dust protection that glasses cannot match. It adds a low-profile shroud, an adjustable cloth strap for a secure fit, indirect venting to cut fogging, and the bonded 3M Scotchgard anti-fog/anti-scratch coating. For jobs with liquid splash, dust, or fine particulate, the goggle offers meaningfully more coverage than a Z87+ spectacle while still keeping the low-profile feel.
Does the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle fit most people and is it comfortable to wear?
Yes. The 3M GG501SGAF is universal size (one size fits most) with a low-profile design and an adjustable elastic cloth strap so it can be dialed in for a secure, comfortable fit. Indirect ventilation lets air circulate to reduce heat and fogging during extended wear, and the lightweight polycarbonate lens keeps the goggle low-profile on the face.
Does the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 goggle block UV, and what is the lens made of?
Yes. The 3M GG501SGAF lens blocks 99.9% of UV and is made of polycarbonate, a lightweight, high-impact material. The clear lens is marked Z87+ for high-impact protection and carries the bonded 3M Scotchgard anti-fog / anti-scratch coating.
Where can I buy the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 anti-fog goggle, and is shipping free?
The 3M GG501SGAF Clear Scotchgard GoggleGear 500 goggle is available at Industrial Safety Products (industrialsafetyproducts.com) with free ground shipping. It ships as a single goggle (each), in the clear-lens, red-and-black frame configuration, universal size.
Is the 3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 a vented or non-vented goggle, and why does that matter?
The 3M GG501SGAF is a vented goggle with indirect ventilation. Indirect vents allow airflow to reduce heat buildup and fogging while their baffled design still blocks direct liquid splash from entering — which is why the goggle keeps its D3 splash and D4 dust ratings. Fully non-vented goggles are used for gas/vapor or heavy chemical exposure; this indirectly vented model is aimed at splash, dust, and impact tasks where breathability and anti-fog performance matter.




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