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By Iain Todd\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 01 April 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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A solar eclipse is one of the most spectacular displays in nature, providing a life-changing, ethereal experience that many people never get to witness.<\/p>\n

However, if you are observing a solar eclipse<\/a> it\u2019s important to do so safely, as looking at the Sun without proper equipment can cause serious damage to your vision.<\/p>\n

You should never look directly at the Sun without the protection of a certified solar filter, and while solar filters sound like high tech astronomical equipment, they can also take the form of eclipse glasses.<\/p>\n

Put on a pair of eclipse glasses and you watch a solar eclipse safely, observing as the silhouette of the Moon passes in front of the Sun.<\/p>\n

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Eclipse glasses at the ready! Eclipse chasers observe the total solar eclipse in Bella Vista, San Juan, Argentina, 3 July 2019. Photo by Stringer\/Anadolu Agency\/Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Before putting your eclipse glasses to use, however, you must always ensure that there are no pinprick holes in the lenses.<\/p>\n

In the event that you do discover your eclipse glasses are damaged, do not attempt to fix them: get your hands on a brand new pair.<\/p>\n

You also need to make sure you buy properly certified solar eclipse glasses from a reputable manufacturer: accept no substitutes, as buying homemade versions risks damaging your eyesight.<\/p>\n

The International Organization for Standardization recommends only buying eclipse glasses that have the ISO 12312-2:2015 certificate, as these are certified as being safe for observing the Sun<\/a>, including during a solar eclipse.<\/p>\n

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Kids on the beach at Belitung, Indonesia, observe the solar eclipse of 9 March 2016. Credit: Daniel Lynch<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Myths abound regarding using smoked glass for observing solar eclipses, and we\u2019ve even heard one erroneous claim that black bin liners can be used as a material for safe solar observing, but these methods are both ineffective and dangerous.<\/p>\n

You should only use eclipse glasses or other certified solar observing equipment when observing an eclipse.<\/p>\n

However, during a total solar eclipse, at the point of totality \u2013 when the Sun is completely covered by the silhouette of the Moon \u2013 many viewers take this opportunity to remove their eclipse glasses and enjoy the full spectacle.<\/p>\n

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Totality during a solar eclipse, by Li-Chun Chen, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Equipment: Mizar FA-80 Fluorite Refractor, Nikon D800 modded,iOptron ZEQ 25 EQ.<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

If you do this, don\u2019t forget to put your eclipse glasses back on once the Moon\u2019s silhouette begins drifting away from the solar disc again.<\/p>\n

Read our guide to find out when the next eclipse<\/a> is taking place, and get prepared now by making sure you and your fellow observers have a good pair of eclipse glasses with which to enjoy the event.<\/p>\n

Below is a selection of safe, certified eclipse glasses that can be used to safely observe one of nature\u2019s most incredible spectacles.<\/p>\n

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