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Old 31-10-2017, 05:08 PM
E_ri_k (Erik)
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Originally Posted by JA View Post
Hello Erik,

If you have the filter itself you could calculate it, based on measurements of the critical angle for total internal reflection, using perhaps a laser, accurate angle measurement and the refractive index of air and the relationship that binds them together solved for the index of refraction of the glass that you want to know.

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JA
Thanks JA, a little beyond my capabilities I think but good to know!
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Originally Posted by Merlin66 View Post
99% sure it’s BK7 glass that’s used.
Why do you need to know?
Thanks, oh just calculating extender lengths and taking into account optical filters.

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Originally Posted by blink138 View Post
there would be no reason for it to be anything other than hard crown glass (1.523) i would i think
pat
Thanks for the info Pat

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Originally Posted by Merlin66 View Post
I've contacted Baader and asked the specific question Re the filter material.
Erik - why the question??
Thank you, sorry for not getting in touch with you sooner, work had different ideas!
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