Hi all,
What's the best way to remove mould from my aluminium tripod? I don't want to attack it with chemicals and damage it. I've had a good look at the OTA and it seems unblemished. The miror is fine. All the eyepieces ...are fine....phew! How do I prevent mould forming in the lenses? I have placed moisture absorbing packets (from empty medicine bottles) in with the lenses's case. Thanks.
In your climate drying your eyepieces properly before storing, together with storage in a dry and mould free environment is the best way to prevent mould.
I always leave my EP's, OTA's and camera gear out to thoroughly dry the next day before storing.
A wipe down with white vinegar is a good way to remove the mould from your tripod, try about 4:1 i.e 80% white vinegar 20% water, I wouldn't use vinegar on optics though.
...are fine....phew! How do I prevent mould forming in the lenses? I have placed moisture absorbing packets (from empty medicine bottles) in with the lenses's case. Thanks.
