{"product_id":"heat-wave-apollo-ultra-black-sunglasses","title":"Heat Wave Apollo Ultra Black Sunglasses","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/color.svg\" alt=\"color\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra Dark Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe 6% visible light transmission cuts glare hard in brutal sun. That matters on snow, sand, bright rooftops, and around water where standard dark lenses still feel too light.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTR-90 Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Apollo sunglasses use a durable TR-90 frame with a simple round-cut shape and thin nose bridge. You get an everyday pair that feels light, holds up well, and works for a wide range of face shapes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/certifications.svg\" alt=\"certifications\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolarized Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003ePolarized polycarbonate lenses help knock down reflected glare while UV400 protection blocks 100% of UVA and UVB rays. The lenses also meet or exceed Z80.3 impact requirements.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Wave Visual Apollo Sunglasses: Ultra Black\u003c\/strong\u003e are a unisex pair of performance-minded lifestyle sunglasses built for extremely bright conditions. This is a pair of sunglasses designed for harsh outdoor glare reduction. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eE_APL_BLK_01U\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you spend time around snow, sand, water, or reflective jobsite surfaces, this lens setup is the whole reason to buy them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe big story here is the Ultra Black lens with \u003cstrong\u003e6% visible light transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e. Heat Wave calls out that standard dark lenses are typically around 11% VLT, so this pair runs noticeably darker. In real use, that means less squinting and less eye fatigue when the light is bouncing off white rooftops, bright concrete, snowpack, or open water all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThese Apollo sunglasses also use a \u003cstrong\u003e1.9 mm polycarbonate polarized lens\u003c\/strong\u003e. That gives you impact resistance along with better glare control from reflective surfaces. For people who are outside for long stretches, polarized lenses matter because they help clean up the harsh reflected light that can make bright days more tiring than they need to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eOn protection, the lenses are rated \u003cstrong\u003eUV400\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means they block \u003cstrong\u003e100% of UVA and UVB rays\u003c\/strong\u003e. They also meet or exceed \u003cstrong\u003eZ80.3\u003c\/strong\u003e impact requirements. That does not turn them into safety glasses, but it does tell you these are not flimsy fashion-only lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe frame itself is a durable \u003cstrong\u003eTR-90\u003c\/strong\u003e design with a vintage-modern round cut, a thin nose bridge, and Heat Wave's palm icon arms. The shape keeps the look clean and simple, so they work just as well off the clock as they do in high-glare environments. If you want one pair that leans more everyday than oversized sport wraparound, the Apollo frame has a more versatile look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThere is one important limitation, and it is worth stating plainly: this Ultra Black lens is so dark that Heat Wave says it \u003cstrong\u003eshould not be used when operating a vehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is not a minor footnote. These are purpose-built for bright outdoor use, not general driving sunglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWho should buy them? Anyone who regularly deals with intense sunlight and wants a darker-than-average polarized lens without jumping to a bulky sport frame. They make the most sense for beach days, snow, poolside use, rooftop work breaks, and other bright open environments where standard sunglasses still leave you wanting more shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Bright Outdoor Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/53356964872486_1.jpg\" alt=\"Heat Wave Visual Apollo Sunglasses: Ultra Black angled view showing black TR-90 frame and ultra dark lenses for bright outdoor glare reduction\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe reason to choose this version is simple: it is darker than a typical dark sunglass lens. When the environment is throwing light back at you from every direction, that extra cut in transmission makes a real difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUltra Black lens with \u003cstrong\u003e6% VLT\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eBest suited for snow, sand, rooftops, and poolside glare\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEveryday Shape, Serious Lens Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/53356964872486_2.jpg\" alt=\"Heat Wave Visual Apollo Sunglasses: Ultra Black front view with round-cut black frame and polarized dark lenses for everyday outdoor wear\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe Apollo frame keeps things clean and wearable, but the lens package is not casual filler. You get polarized glare reduction, full UV coverage, and impact-rated lens construction in a frame that does not look overly technical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTR-90\u003c\/strong\u003e unisex frame with thin nose bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV400\u003c\/strong\u003e protection and polarized polycarbonate lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens VLT\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eCategory 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Frame Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eTR-90\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003ePolycarbonate, 1.9 mm thick\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/certifications.svg\" alt=\"certifications\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e UV Protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUV400, 100% UVA \/ UVB blocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/certifications.svg\" alt=\"certifications\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Impact Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMeets or exceeds Z80.3 requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Lens Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003ePolarized\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/color.svg\" alt=\"color\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eUltra Black Lens - Black Emblem\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBright Outdoor Use\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSnow\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eBeach and Sand\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePoolside\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRooftop Glare\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eEveryday Wear\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eTreat the Ultra Black lens like a specialty bright-day pair, not your all-purpose sunglasses. The 6% VLT is great when the sun is punishing, but Heat Wave specifically says these should not be used while driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHeat Wave Visual Apollo Sunglasses: Ultra Black are for people who want real shade, not just a dark-looking lens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIf standard sunglasses still leave you squinting in high-glare conditions, this pair solves the right problem with a genuinely darker lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e People spending serious time in bright open environments like snow, sand, rooftops, and around water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 6% VLT polarized lens is the main draw, and Heat Wave backs it up with TR-90 construction, UV400 protection, and Z80.3 impact performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not your one-pair-does-everything option. The lens is intentionally very dark, and the brand states it should not be used for driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre these polarized?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Heat Wave states that the lenses use a high-quality polarizing filter for glare reduction and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo these block UV rays?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The lenses are UV400 and block 100% of UVA and UVB rays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wear these while driving?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Heat Wave states that the Ultra Black 6% VLT lens should not be used when operating a vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Ultra Black lens different?\u003c\/strong\u003e It has 6% visible light transmission, which is darker than the 11% level Heat Wave cites as a common industry standard for dark lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Heat Wave Visual","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53356964872486,"sku":"E_APL_BLK_01U","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/Apollo_Ultra-Black.jpg?v=1781732108","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/heat-wave-apollo-ultra-black-sunglasses","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}