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Old 05-27-2006, 04:29 AM
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Default What are the best ways to smooth out my beam

I've just bought a large incandescent and wanted to smooth out the beam. I want to know the best way of doing this. My torch has a smooth reflector. If anyone has any ideas could you let me know how to do it and what tools or chemicals i'm gonna need. Any pictures would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 05-27-2006, 08:41 AM
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Default Re: What are the best ways to smooth out my beam

I am using a UCL-LDF glass lens on one of my 3D Mags. I bought it from Flashlightlens.com. The explanation from the Flashlightlens.com website is...

LDF stands for "Light Diffusion Film." We take GE brand Lexan® that has a slight texture to it and, using an optical adhesive, apply it to one side of the lens. This results in more of a flood-like beam pattern. It will smooth out the worst beam. The overall light output is almost unchanged - it's just spread out more. Be warned though, this lens will kill the throw of the light. Only purchase this lens if you like a really smooth beam and lots of side-spill. We recommend placing the LDF side of the lens toward the bulb for protection against scratching.

http://www.flashlightlens.com/products.htm
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Old 05-27-2006, 08:45 PM
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Default Re: What are the best ways to smooth out my beam

Greetings!

Check these out—

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/...light=frosting

http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/...light=frosting

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Old 05-28-2006, 12:00 AM
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Default Re: What are the best ways to smooth out my beam

haha, funny how this is in the "practice posting" section and everyone's just answering questions like normal. lol
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Old 05-28-2006, 12:50 AM
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We are just practicing on leeleefocus! I just made up UCL-LDF.
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Old 05-29-2006, 02:11 PM
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It wasn't supposed to be a practice but i am new to CPF and got a bit lost on how to start a new thread Thank you for the ideas i'll take a look.
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