Glassblowing

[L.A.B.]

Which optiboarder specialized in protective eye wear? Looking for Didymium.

[Fezz]

http://www.optiboard.com/forums/memb...4-MikeAurelius

[Fezz]

http://www.optiboard.com/forums/blog...4-MikeAurelius

[Chris Ryser]

http://www.auralens.net/

[L.A.B.]

Thanks, Mike is exactly who I was looking for and his article excellent!

[igirl]

Didymium has been discontinued, but there is another option available I can supply. If Mike isn't able to help you out, PM me and I will be happy to!

[Dragonalliance]

I am also curious to know about it. I am also searching for it.

[drk]

Aurelius is da man with this stuff. Knows it, well.

[MikeAurelius]

Yes, didymium is a dead product. Schott has a replacement for it, called ACE, we call it AUR-92 (our brand name). It is available from several different suppliers, however, be aware that there are special hardening/tempering requirements and the index of refraction is "off" from other glass types. Additionally, it also has a different CT requirement in order to meet the necessary filtration of the sodium flare when working with torch-worked soft glass.

We provide the filter in a variety of forms, plano, single vision, D28, T28, and progressive. I'd be happy to discuss your individual needs privately via PM or e-mail: sales@auralens.net

Thanks for the props, guys, I appreciate it!!