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What type of foam for eyepiece cases?

Started by fx1sub, 10/03/2003 02:51PM
Posted 10/03/2003 02:51PM Opening Post
I need to replace some foam in one of my eyepiece cases. I've heard that some foam should not be used due to outgassing. Which type is safe?

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Joe
Posted 10/03/2003 04:34PM #1
I use Polyethylene and polyurethane. They both seem stable and non-gassing. Polyehtylene is stiff compared to polyurethane and it cuts easier too.

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You can find both here.

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Posted 10/03/2003 10:29PM #2
Thanks for the replies and the pics. Now off to see how much the stuff costs.

Joe