If a lens was designed for a material with a specific refractive index and the final material came up with a refractive index difference of + .04 how big an effect would it have on the lens performance.
If ones uses the final material what kind of problems could this cause.
Layman
I'm looking for some feedback on what is the fastest way to cure a flat piece of pvc gel. the options I see are.
a. blow heat directly on top of it at max temp it can take
b. teflon coated hot plate on top of it at curing temp.
.040" thick 4" diameter circle of pvc gel. on a teflon coated...
I have tried vacuum forming! Only, I lose all the fine detail does anyone know of any pressure formers or pressure form themselves in the NY NJ or Conn area
14"x14" .050" rigid pvc.
Thanks Gary