List of Essential Eyeglasses Parts

Eyeglasses are one of the few accessories with a purpose other than to look beautiful. We know so little about them, despite their importance in our lives. You can probably just name one or two parts of eyeglasses. If you understand the various components of eyeglass frames, they might assist you in repairing them or determining whether they can be repaired rather than purchasing a new set. Here is the list of eyeglasses parts:

Temples 

The sides of the frames that help to keep your eyeglasses in place are known as the temples. To hold them in place, they hook behind the ears, and some pairs have deeper hooks that cover more of the back of the ears.

Bridge 

The bridge is the bar that links the two eye wires and each lens to one another. Depending on the location of the lenses and the distance between the wearer’s eyes, they might be longer or shorter.

Temple Tips

Temple Tips are plastic covers that go over the ends of the temples to protect the plastic or metal from rubbing against and irritating the skin. It’s possible to get it in a variety of different materials. For individuals with particularly sensitive skin and ears, some may be softer.

Eye Wires 

The rims of the eyeglasses are commonly referred to as eye wires. After the doctor has fitted the lenses inside, they keep them in position. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and the lenses may be adjusted to match the frames.

Lenses 

These are the plastic or glass components that allow the wearer to see more clearly through their glasses. They can have a variety of features, including reflective, transition, bifocal, and they are available in various colors.

Top Bar 

A top bar is not found on all glasses, and it is less frequent in current designs than it formerly was. A top bar is useful for two reasons. The first is to give the frames more stability. The second is to allow clip-on frames, which can be used to convert glasses into sunglasses without the need for transitional lenses.

Hinges 

The hinges at the corners of the frames that connect the temples are known as hinges. They allow the temples to swing inward, thus shutting the glasses and making them easier to keep in a case or front pocket.

Screws 

These fasten all of the frame’s components together, including the hinges. Replacement or tightening of these screws, which can become loose, is one of the most common repairs needed.