Identifying frame materials

Why is frame choice important?

• Frame durability

• Wearer comfort

• All of the above

• Wearer safety

Why should we know the adjustment requirements?

• To prevent breakage

• Because its our job

• All frames can be adjusted the same

• So the customer doesn't complain

Frame materials are grouped in to metal frames, and plastic frames

• True

• False

Gold frames are repairable by solder

• False

• True

What are the heating requirements for Optyl frames?

• No heat - cold fit only

• Gentle heat 70°

• Heat until Floppy 100°

• Optyl is not a frame material

Can Titanium frames be soldered?

• Yes

• No

What are the heating requirements for Cellulose Acetate frames?

• Heat until floppy

• No Heat - cold fit only

• Heat in warm water

• Gentle heat - 70°

It is an Optical dispensers job to adjust frames

• True

• False

What will happen if i heat frames that should not be heated?

• Nothing

• They will melt/shrink

• They will catch fire

• I will be able to adjust them easier

To effectively do my job, I need to know the adjustment requirements for all frame materials.

• True

• False