Trivex / NXT: The "No Compromise" Hybrid Solution

Nov 27 , 2025

Trivex / NXT: The "No Compromise" Hybrid Solution

Military-Grade Toughness. Crystal Clear Vision. Why choose between safety and clarity when you can have both?

Originally developed for the U.S. military as visual armor for helicopter windshields (NXT technology), Trivex is a urethane-based monomer that bridges the gap between CR-39 and Polycarbonate. It offers the impact resistance of Polycarbonate but with the superior optics of standard resin. Plus, it holds the title of the lightest optical material on Earth, making it the ultimate choice for premium sports and rimless eyewear.

-------------- The "Perfect Trinity" of Features ---------------

The Trivex Advantage

Trivex solves the inherent flaws of older materials. It is a unique chemistry that delivers a "Trilogy" of benefits:

1. Superior Optics (Abbe 45): Unlike PC (Abbe 30), Trivex has high clarity, virtually eliminating the "rainbow halo" effect and eye fatigue.
2. Extreme Impact Resistance: It meets FDA and ANSI Z87.1 high-velocity impact standards, rivaling Polycarbonate.
3. Ultra-Lightweight (SG 1.11): It is 10% lighter than Polycarbonate and 16% lighter than CR-39.

-------------- Detailed Performance Analysis ---------------

Why Upgrade to Trivex?

For brands looking to position their eyewear as "Premium" or "Professional Grade," Trivex is the material of choice.

World's Lightest Lens
With a specific gravity of 1.11 g/cm³, Trivex prevents nose-pad marks and slipping, ensuring comfort even in heavy sports frames.
Chemical Resistance
Unlike Polycarbonate, Trivex is resistant to common chemicals like alcohol, acetone, and hairspray, preventing stress cracks.
NXT® Casting Tech
Using the low-temperature casting process, Trivex/NXT is ideal for embedding photochromic and polarization films without delamination.

-------------- The Ultimate Showdown ---------------

Feature	Trivex / NXT	Polycarbonate	CR-39
Abbe Value (Clarity)	45 (High)	30 (Low)	58 (Best)
Impact Resistance	Excellent	Excellent	Poor
Specific Gravity (Weight)	1.11 (Lightest)	1.20	1.32
Tensile Strength (Drilling)	Crack-Free	Prone to Stress Cracks	Cracks Easily

Build the Ultimate Sports Eyewear

Combine Trivex/NXT lenses with Jings Eyewear's manufacturing for a product that is lighter, stronger, and clearer than the competition.

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