X-Ray Plus Laser Protective Eyewear
Fluoroscopy-guided laser procedures require dual protection. Frequently, that means wearing two separate pairs of glasses or switching between them mid-procedure. The NoIR 1+1 X-Ray Plus Laser protective eyewear eliminates that hassle.
Designed specifically for surgical environments where radiation exposure and laser energy are simultaneous hazards, this product line delivers both forms of protection in a single, purpose-built frame.
One Frame, Two Layers of Protection
The base of every 1+1 X-ray plus Laser product is a pair of radiation protection glasses built on NoIR's proven lead glass platform. Each frame features standard 0.75mm Pb lead equivalency Schott SF-6 HT glass lenses and provides reliable radiation protection across the diagnostic imaging range of 70 to 120 kVp. This is the same optical-grade, lead-equivalent glass used in NoIR's X-ray radiation safety glasses: clear, unobstructed, and built for extended wear in demanding medical imaging environments.
The innovation of the 1+1 product line for x-ray with laser comes in the flip of the frame which integrates laser protection. When laser equipment is in use, the appropriate laser filter flips down in a single motion, providing certified laser protection without requiring a fitover pair. When the laser is off, the leaded glass view remains completely clear with the laser filter flipped up.
This dual-mode design is perfect for fluoroscopy-guided procedures, where the surgical team operates under continuous or pulsed X-ray imaging while simultaneously using laser energy to treat tissue. Both hazards are covered without changing eyewear or interrupting workflow.
Select the right option for your procedure
The 1+1 line currently includes five configurations; each paired with a laser safety filter matched to a specific clinical application and laser wavelength. To select the correct model, match the flip filter specifications to the laser system in use. Optical density (OD) ratings indicate how much laser energy the filter attenuates.
PBD2: Interstitial Laser Photocoagulation (ILP) - Bone Tumor Treatment; Laser filter: YG3 | Wavelengths: 940 nm OD 5+ and/or 1064 nm OD 5+
The PBD2 is designed for surgeons performing Interstitial Laser Photocoagulation, a technique in which low-power laser energy is delivered directly into bone tumors for in situ destruction. The YG3 filter provides OD 5+ protection at both 940 nm and 1064 nm, covering the near-infrared wavelengths used in ILP procedures. Combined with the 0.75mm Pb leaded glass base, the PBD2 protects against both the X-ray radiation used for image guidance and the laser energy used for tumor ablation.
PBH1: Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy - Kidney Stone Removal; Laser filter: HOY | Wavelength: 2100 nm OD 5+
Laser lithotripsy is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure in which a ureteroscope and laser light are used to fragment and remove kidney or ureteral stones without incision. The PBH1 pairs the leaded glass radiation protection base with the HOY laser filter, which delivers OD 5+ attenuation at 2100 nm, the wavelength used by holmium lasers. Surgical teams performing these procedures under fluoroscopic guidance have a single pair of medical safety glasses that covers both hazards without the bulk or inconvenience of fitover laser safety glasses.
PBD1: Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression (PLDD) - Herniated Disc Treatment; Laser filter: IRD4 | Wavelength: 1470 nm OD 3+
Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression is a fluoroscopy-supported procedure in which a needle is inserted into a herniated disc and laser energy is applied through a fiber to shrink disc tissue, relieve nerve compression, and reduce pain. The PBD1 uses the IRD4 filter in the flip, which provides OD 3+ protection at 1470 nm, a lower laser power output than in tumor ablation or lithotripsy applications.
PBD3: Interstitial Laser Photocoagulation (ILP), Bone Tumor Treatment Laser filter: YG5 | Wavelength: 1064 nm OD 5+
The PBD3 is another option for ILP bone tumor procedures performed with fiber-optic infrared laser equipment at 1,064 nm. Where the PBD2's YG3 filter covers both 940 nm and 1064 nm, the YG5 is exclusively protects against the 1064 nm wavelength. Both options have a similar VLT, with the YG3 slightly higher at 59% versus YG5 at 55%, bringing the choice down to the laser filter color preference while operating at the 1064 nm wavelength.
PBD4: Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LiTT) - Brain Tumors destruction; Laser filter: YG4 | Wavelengths: 800, 940, 980, 1064nm OD 5+
Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LiTT) is a minimally invasive, MRI guided procedure that uses heat to destroy brain tumors, epileptic foci, or radiation necrosis. The PBD4 uses the YG4 filter in the flip, providing protection for multiple wavelengths at OD 5+.
Build Quality and Frame Design
Each filter in the 1+1 product offering is built to the same strict standards as every NoIR laser product. The frame is designed for professional use in medical imaging and interventional radiology settings and includes compatible accessories and pads for improved positioning.
Need help selecting between the options? Contact the NoIR team directly or use the OD Calculator available in the laser safety glasses section of the site.
FAQs
What procedures is the 1+1 product line designed for?
The 1+1 product line is designed for fluoroscopy-guided laser procedures, where the surgical team is exposed to both X-ray radiation and laser energy simultaneously. Current models cover the following common procedures:
· Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LiTT), a minimally invasive, MRI guided procedure that uses heat to destroy brain tumors, epileptic foci, or radiation necrosis
· Interstitial Laser Photocoagulation (ILP), a new technique of in situ tumor destruction, using low power laser light energy for bone tumors
· Ureteroscopy with Laser Lithotripsy, a minimally invasive outpatient procedure used to break up and remove kidney or ureteral stones
· Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression for herniated disc procedures.
How does the flip-down laser filter work?
Each frame is built on a leaded glass radiation protection base. When using laser equipment, simply flip down the laser safety filter over the base lens, and flip it back up when finished, leaving a clear leaded glass view for continued X-ray radiation protection.
What does OD mean, and how do I choose the right level?
Optical density (OD) is the attenuation or reduction of energy transmitted through the lens. The higher the OD value is, the higher the attenuation and the greater the protection level. Optical density is directly related to wavelength since it measures the ratio of light absorbed to a specific wavelength. Always refer to your laser equipment manual for the wavelength specifications and OD requirements. You can also use the OD Calculator tool on our website to calculate the required level of protection for your laser. Our team of experts is happy to assist.
Are these glasses certified?
All the laser safety filters in the 1+1 product line filters meet ANSI Z136.1 standards and are CE-certified by a European independent third-party testing organization. Certificates are linked under the graph, along with other documents under each product, similar to other NoIR LaserShield® filters. The leaded glass base meets the standard 0.75mm Pb lead equivalency specification used across NoIR's radiation protection glasses lineup.
