
1.60 High Index Lens
A practical thin lens option for upgraded prescription ranges, available with common coating combinations.
Vena Optics | High Index Lens Manufacturing
Vena Optics works as a thin optical lenses supplier and supplies high index prescription lenses for distributors, optical labs, eyewear brands and premium optical supply. Our range includes 1.60 high index lenses, 1.61 MR-8 lenses, 1.67 high index lenses, 1.71 high index lenses, 1.74 high index lenses and MR-174 lenses with coating and OEM/ODM support.
Category Overview
High index lenses use materials with a higher refractive index, allowing the lens to bend light more efficiently and reduce edge or center thickness compared with lower-index materials. For optical teams, the right index depends on prescription range, frame style, market positioning, coating requirements and acceptable cost.
Vena Optics supports high index lenses wholesale for optical teams building thin prescription lens ranges. Product options can include HMC, SHMC, blue cut, photochromic, single vision, progressive and semi-finished high index lens configurations.

Product Range
Compare high index products by refractive index, MR material family, thinness and target market position.

A practical thin lens option for upgraded prescription ranges, available with common coating combinations.

MR-8 high index lenses for optical teams that need stable optical quality and a balanced mid-premium lens range.

Thin and lightweight high index lenses for stronger prescription ranges and premium wholesale products.

A thinner high-index option for markets that need advanced lens appearance and upgraded prescription ranges.

Ultra thin prescription lenses for high-prescription ranges and premium optical retail positioning.

MR-174 lenses for optical teams building 1.74 ultra-thin lens ranges with premium material positioning.

Semi-finished high index lens options for optical labs that need surfacing and RX flexibility.
Specification Planning
| Index | Typical Positioning | Customer Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1.60 | Entry high-index range | Upgraded everyday prescription ranges |
| 1.61 / MR-8 | Balanced high-index option | Stable mid-premium lens ranges |
| 1.67 / MR-7 | Thin high-index range | Stronger prescription and premium ranges |
| 1.71 | Advanced thin lens range | Markets needing thinner product differentiation |
| 1.74 / MR-174 | Ultra-thin lens range | High prescription and premium positioning |
| Option | Description | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|
| HMC / AR | Anti-reflective coating | Recommended for high index lens clarity and appearance |
| SHMC | Hydrophobic easier-clean upgrade | Premium wholesale ranges |
| Blue Cut | Blue light filtering support | Digital-use product ranges |
| Photochromic | Light-adaptive function | Indoor-outdoor high index ranges |
Customer Guidance
High index lenses should not be selected only by the highest number. A 1.60 or 1.61 lens may be the right fit for mid-range upgraded ranges, while 1.67 or 1.74 lenses are better suited to stronger prescriptions and premium product lines.

Customer Guide
High index lenses use materials with a higher refractive index, allowing thinner lens profiles compared with lower-index materials for many prescriptions. For optical distributors and labs, index selection should balance thinness, optical quality, coating compatibility and cost.
Vena Optics helps optical teams build high index prescription lens ranges around 1.60 high index lenses, 1.61 MR-8 lenses, 1.67 high index lenses, 1.71 high index lenses, 1.74 high index lenses and MR-174 lenses.
High index lenses use materials with a higher refractive index, allowing thinner lens profiles compared with lower-index materials for many prescriptions.
Yes. Vena Optics supplies high index lenses wholesale for distributors, optical labs, eyewear brands and retail chain supply.
Common options include 1.60 high index lenses, 1.61 MR-8 lenses, 1.67 high index lenses, 1.71 high index lenses, 1.74 high index lenses and MR-174 lenses.
Not always. 1.74 lenses are thinner, but optical teams should also consider prescription range, frame type, cost, optical comfort and market positioning.
Yes. High index lenses can be supplied with blue cut, photochromic, HMC, SHMC and other coating options depending on index and order requirements.
Yes. Semi-finished high index lens options can be supplied for optical labs that need surfacing or RX fulfillment flexibility.
Share lens type, index, coating, quantity, target market and packaging needs. Vena Optics will help confirm the right lens option.