Welding goggles are a type of eye protection used by the Tau'ri. They're used while welding or cutting to shield against debris, heat and, with filters, can protect against optical radiation from welding.
History[]
Welding goggles have been used by both Stargate Command personnel and the Atlantis expedition when needed. (SG1: "Message in a Bottle", SGA: "Grace Under Pressure")
In 1998, MSgt. Sylvester Siler used welding goggles when he attempted to cut through the Virus Orb. (SG1: "Message in a Bottle")
During the Hijacking and Retaking of the Prometheus in 2002, Major Sam Carter used welding protection while she used a plasma cutter to cut through the door of the storage room on deck 7 that she was locked in. (SG1: "Prometheus")