FAQ

How do I change the lenses on my interchangeable sunglasses?

Click here to download detailed lens changing instructions for your frames.

How do I clean my Tifosi eyewear?

Cleaning and Maintenance: Use the microfiber cleaning bag for storage. If glasses are dirty, use the cleaning bag to wipe them. If needed, rinse with mild soap and warm water. We recommend cleaning and wiping to maintain the lenses.

Is my Tifosi cleaning bag washable?

Yes. We recommend placing it in a mesh lingerie wash bag and machine wash with like colors at cool temperatures. Dry on low. Your Tifosi cleaning bag is also hand-washable using a mild detergent and cool water. Rinse thoroughly, tumble dry on low or hang to dry.

What kind of warranty do these sunglasses carry?

Please visit the warranty page for detailed warranty information.

What do the interchangeable sunglasses include?

Tifosi Optics Interchangeable sunglasses include three lenses to use in different lighting conditions, an eclipse hard case and a microfiber cleaning bag.

Tifosi Optics offers three interchangeable lens systems: Standard, All-Sport and Polarized. Standard systems come with Smoke or Brown, AC Red and Clear. Some Standard systems also come with Yellow lenses. All-Sport systems come with Smoke, GT and EC lenses. Polarized systems come with one Brown or Smoke Polarized lens, AC Red and Yellow.

Click here to see all of our Interchangeable models.

What are Fototec lenses?

Tifosi Optics Fototec lenses are blended with microscopic photochromes that darken in color when in contact with UV rays. Tifosi Fototec lenses are polycarbonate and offer 100 percent UVA/UVB protection. Each of the six lens tints will darken in about 12 seconds and return to their original color in about two minutes.

Tifosi also offers two polarized Fototec lenses that combine the versatility of polycarbonate Fototec lenses with the glare eliminating properties of polarized lenses. The Brown and Smoke Polarized Fototec lenses also darken in about 12 seconds and return to their original state in two minutes.

Please read the Fototec technology page for more information.

What are polarized sunglasses?

Polarized lenses are designed to eliminate the glare that is responsible for eye fatigue and decreased vision. Tifosi Optics polarized lenses are made of shatterproof polycarbonate and decentered to minimize optical distortion in the periphery.

So how does it work? When light is reflected from shiny surfaces, it is usually horizontally polarized. The horizontal polarized light is blocked by vertically oriented polarizers in the lenses.

Please read the polarized technology page for more information.

What is UV protection?

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is part of the natural radiation found in the invisible light spectrum. There are 3 ranges of UV: UVA, UVB and UVC. Prolonged exposure to UVA and UVB rays may increase the possibility of significant eye damage, including temporary discomfort to long-term vision problems such as cataracts. All Tifosi Optics lenses offer 100% UVA and UVB protection.

Do all Tifosi lenses block UVA/UVB rays?

Yes, all Tifosi lenses offer 100% protection against harmful UVA/UVB rays. Note: They are not suitable for direct observation of the sun or strong artificial light sources.

Is lens color important?

Yes! Tifosi offers a wide variety of lens tint options to suit every personal preference and outdoor lighting condition. Smoke lenses show the least amount of color distortion and are perfect for use in full sun conditions. Brown lenses are great for bright sunlight and enhance color.

AC (All Conditions) Red lenses offer an enhanced view in cloudy or foggy weather. AC Red lenses provide contrast in mid to low lighting conditions.

Clear lenses enable the wearer to have protection at night, or other extremely low lighting conditions. Although clear, these Tifosi Optics lenses still offer 100% UVA/UVB protection.

The GT (Golf/Tennis) lens has a greenish smoke tint that is known for its object illumination properties. This lens enhances the wearer’s ability to pick up a ball in flight.

The EC (Extreme Contrast) lens is ideal for situations where high contrast is a must, such as when reading greens on the golf course or picking up the lines of a single track. This purple lens filters out the hazy blue light spectrum that is responsible for optical blurring and distortion.

What is Grilamid TR-90?

Grilamid TR-90 is a homopolyamide nylon characterized by an extremely high alternative bending strength, low density and a high resistance to chemical and UV damage.

For more information about Grilamid TR-90 and other Tifosi Optics technologies, please visit the LENS & FRAME technology page.

Where do I find my Tifosi eyewear model number?

To find the model number of any pair of Tifosi eyewear, refer to the number printed on the inside of the left arm of your sunglasses

Are Tifosi sunglasses safety glasses?

Tifosi offers safety eyewear that meets the ANSI Z 87.1 standard in our Tactical Eyewear Collection. To view the Tactical Collection, please visit www.tifositactical.com. Tifosi eyewear that is not listed as Z87.1 does not meet the ANSI Z 87.1 industrial safety standards and should not be considered a permanent shield against injury or in the event of impact with a hard surface. All lenses do pass the ANSI 80.3 standards for general purpose usage. This mean that they will provide excellent protection for general active lifestyle conditions such as biking, running, golfing, rafting, climbing, hiking, sailing, walking.

Does Tifosi Optics have a code of conduct in place for factories manufacturing our finished product?

Tifosi Optics requires our manufacturing partners to obey local employment and environmental standards.

Are Tifosi Optics sunglasses regulated by a government agency for import?

Yes, Tifosi Optics is regulated and production is allowed to be imported and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Does Tifosi Optics support the efforts of recycling and are any Tifosi Optics packaging recyclable?

Yes, Tifosi Optics supports the efforts of recycling any of its products that can be recycled. The Tifosi Optics box and instructions are recyclable via a cardboard or paper recycling bin/container. Tifosi Optics is in the process of transitioning all packaging to reflect the recyclable symbol on both its boxes and instructions. The Tifosi box is currently made from is made from recycled material. The instructions pamphlet is made from Partially recycled materials.