Coatings For Plastic Optics

Robert W. Schaffer

doi:10.1117/12.934855

10 November 1983 Coatings For Plastic Optics

Robert W. Schaffer

Proceedings Volume 0381, Optical Surface Technology; (1983) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.934855
Event: Optical Surface Technology, 1983, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Abstract

Over the past decade there has been a tremendous surge of interest in the use of plastic optical elements to supplement or replace glass optics. While the technology of molding and polishing plastic optics has been the chief interest, there has been increasing need for precision coatings for these elements. In some instances these coatings are as critical as the elements themselves. In this paper we will describe the difficulties incurred in coating plastic and some of the many coatings presently available today despite the difficulties encountered. We will then cover the durability aspects of these coatings and lastly, point out some areas to consider when evaluating using plastic instead of glass.

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Robert W. Schaffer "Coatings For Plastic Optics", Proc. SPIE 0381, Optical Surface Technology, (10 November 1983); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.934855

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