GOST R 55039-2012 PDF

Full title and description

GOST R 55039-2012 — Ophthalmic optics. Uncut finished spectacle lenses. Specifications for transmittance and anti-reflective coatings. Test methods. The standard establishes technical requirements for light transmittance and anti‑reflective (AR) coatings of ready-made uncut spectacle lenses and specifies test methods for verifying these properties.

Abstract

This national standard of the Russian Federation applies to uncut finished (ready) spectacle lenses and sets requirements and test procedures for spectral transmittance, limits on permitted optical losses, and performance/quality criteria for anti‑reflective coatings. It excludes lenses with special medical transmission characteristics and items covered by personal protective equipment standards.

General information

• Status: Active / national standard of the Russian Federation.
• Publication date: Approved 1 November 2012 (Order of Rosstandart No. 686‑st); date of entry into force 1 July 2014.
• Publisher: Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology (Rosstandart) — issued as a national (GOST R) standard of the Russian Federation.
• ICS / categories: Ophthalmic optics / ophthalmic equipment — ICS 11.040.70 (spectacle lenses and related ophthalmic optics).
• Edition / version: Edition 2012 (designation GOST R 55039‑2012).
• Number of pages: 32 pages.

Scope

The standard applies to ready-made, uncut spectacle lenses and sets minimum requirements for visual light transmittance, spectral characteristics, and the performance of anti‑reflective (AR) coatings, together with laboratory test methods for measuring these properties. It does not apply to lenses manufactured or specified for special medical transmission/absorption purposes, nor to lenses governed by protective‑equipment standards.

Key topics and requirements

• Definitions and terminology related to uncut finished spectacle lenses and coatings.
• Specifications for spectral transmittance and minimum visible‑light transmission values for different lens types.
• Requirements and acceptance criteria for anti‑reflective (AR) coatings, including allowed reflection levels and durability considerations.
• Standardized test methods for measuring transmittance, reflectance and coating adhesion/performance (laboratory illumination, wavelength ranges, sample conditioning).
• Exclusions and notes on lenses with medically prescribed spectral properties and on personal protective equipment.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers of ophthalmic spectacle lenses and lens coatings, quality laboratories, optical retailers and laboratories performing acceptance testing, regulatory bodies and conformity assessment organizations within the Russian Federation, and procurement/specification teams specifying ready‑made spectacle lenses for commercial sale. Test laboratories use the standard to verify compliance of AR coatings and transmittance characteristics.

Related standards

International and regional ophthalmic optics standards covering vocabulary, measurement methods and product requirements (for example ISO and EN standards on spectacle lenses, vocabulary and test methods) are complementary; national GOST and GOST R documents on protective eyewear or medical ophthalmic devices are referenced when applicable. Relevant ICS family: 11.040.70 (ophthalmic equipment).

Keywords

GOST R 55039-2012; ophthalmic optics; spectacle lenses; uncut finished lenses; transmittance; anti‑reflective coating; AR coating; test methods; Rosstandart.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: GOST R 55039‑2012 is a Russian national standard that specifies technical requirements and test methods for light transmittance and anti‑reflective coatings of uncut finished (ready) spectacle lenses.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers spectral transmittance limits, permitted reflection characteristics for AR coatings, and standardized laboratory methods to measure these properties; it excludes lenses with special medical transmission requirements and items covered by PPE standards.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Lens manufacturers, coating producers, testing laboratories, optical retailers and conformity assessment bodies in Russia and organizations that supply ready‑made spectacle lenses for retail.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: As of the latest available registry information, GOST R 55039‑2012 is an active GOST R national standard (approved 1 November 2012; effective from 1 July 2014). Users should verify the current status with the national standards body or an official standards registry before formal compliance activities.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It sits within the ophthalmic optics family of standards (ICS 11.040.70) and is used alongside other national and international standards addressing spectacle lenses, vocabulary, measurement methods and protective eyewear.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Spectacle lenses, uncut finished lenses, transmittance, anti‑reflective coating, AR coating, test methods, ophthalmic optics, GOST R.