Image of the day

Captured by
John Roach

Enhanced Uranus showing Polar Cap and possible Aurora

My Account

New to Astromart?

Register an account...

Need Help?

Mirror coatings

Started by spacemanspiff, 05/12/2002 06:08PM
Posted 05/12/2002 06:08PM Opening Post
I have a 12" mirror that will need recoating soon. There are 3 companies I've heard of that do those services (I assume there are more out there) Spectrum, Clausing and QSP. I would appreciate any feedback, good or bad, about experiences with their services and any advice on which coatings have the best reflectivity and durability. Thanks
Posted 05/12/2002 09:02PM #1
In earlier posts I have recommende Astrocoat in San Carlos, CA http://home.covad.net/~alcoat/

Prices are very reasonable, but the best think I like is quality and service. He is FAST!! and very honest. Has done 3 or 4 mirrors for me and presently has a 10" for coating.
I have also used Spectrum, and while I have no complaints with his quality, the cost was double and the service was lacking. The only complaint I have with Clausing is he is always busy so the wait will be longer.