A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
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I am searching for a protective plastic film for use over convex glass lenses. It needs to be optically clear, self adhesive but removable, flexible with enough stretch to conform, scratch and tear resistant, 2-4 mil thickness. During testing we have used 3M Paint Protection Film successfully but of course it is very hazy. Not sure where to go from here and would really appreciate some expert input.
Thanks in advance!
Bikeman
Thanks in advance!
Bikeman






RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Define protective. Protects the lens, but scratches itself? Does not scratch at all to 'X' hardness grit?
Dan - Owner

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RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Even Seran wrap or Cling Film if you're in the UK, would have a shot at working.
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Thanks
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Thanks!
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Dan - Owner

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RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Most of the polymers listed will need heat to form them. Adhesion without losses at the interface is another issue altogether.
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RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
3M would be one of the more likely places to find it . Maybe Nito.
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
It's very stretchy, clear and tacky.
No affiliation.
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Thanks, per your earlier recommendation we got samples from BASF. Unfortunately, it was hazy. Pretty amazing product though, the way it recovers it's shape. Would be perfect if it was clearer.
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
http://www.nitto.com/product/index.html
hear is the link for the tear offs. These are often layered on several times on a visor.
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RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Looking at the brochure that the sample comes in, it says it is Styroflex Styrene/Butadiene Block Copolymer (SBS), 2G66 The Second Generation. Guy I talked to was Michael Hamilton in Florham Park, NJ.
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Chris DeArmitt PhD FRSC CChem
www.phantomplastics.com
Consultant to the plastics industry
RE: A Tall Order? Trying to Find Optical Grade Flexible Film
Just emailed you at your website. Thanks for your help!