When we buy sunglasses or eyeglasses, the identifying number is usually found on the temple. However, when we buy an original replacement part for glasses, this number sometimes doesn't match the one on the glasses.
Why is the part numbering different?
Here's the reason: some manufacturers choose to separate the production line for glasses from the one for replacement parts. This makes it easy to identify whether you're dealing with a replacement part or the original pair of glasses, preventing confusion regarding warranties.
Ray-Ban is the main brand that separates the part numbers from the frame numbers. Does this mean my part isn't original? No, it's 100% original if you bought it from an authorized Ray-Ban retailer.
These are some of the nomenclatures that are frequently seen on the best-selling spare parts:
- Ray Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses: RB2140 901 50 150
- Ray Ban Wayfarer Lenses: RRB2140 AA RC001
- Ray Ban Wayfarer Rods: RAJ3031AA RC004 150
And is there a difference between replacement parts and glasses?
No, the temples, lenses, screws, nose pads, terminals… are exactly the same as those used in the glasses, with the corresponding logos and features.
How do I identify the exact model of my glasses to order a replacement?
For that you need to look at the data on the rod; read here what that data indicates.
Now that you know that some brands identify replacement parts with different information than what's on the glasses themselves, you can visit all the brands and original replacement parts for glasses that we have at gafasdeoptica.com and keep your designer glasses looking brand new.