Lens problem - fungus??

External Since: Nov 15, 2007 Posts: 10

On 19 Nov, 19:54, Peter Chant
wrote:
> Peter Chant wrote:
> > It would appead from here that caustic cleaning agents are more of a
> > problem, however, there is reference to problems with an acid version of
> > windex. Not familiar with that product, as we don't have it over here.
>
> This site discusses use of ammonia, vinegar and naptha.
>
> http://www.prairienet.org/b-wallen/BN_Photo/GenTechLenses.htm
>
> --http://www.petezilla.co.uk

It doesn't "discuss" it. It mentions the use of ammonia and vinegar.
It would be wise to read it in context as it might apply to pre-coated
lenses.

External Since: Nov 11, 2007 Posts: 32

RolandRB wrote:

>
> It doesn't "discuss" it. It mentions the use of ammonia and vinegar.
> It would be wise to read it in context as it might apply to pre-coated
> lenses.

OK, poor choice of words. Not trying to start an argument by the way, just
doing a bit of research. However, this is usenet and it is easy to give
the wrong impression.

Thanks for your comments.

I think before approaching diy of this sort you need to weigh up the
options - how much is it worth to fix by a professional, how much to simply
replace and how much will you be annoyed if it goes wrong. I suspect the
price of a repair would go a long way towards a replacement, and a
replacement would likely not have the fine scratches from cleaning like
this one.

Pete

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