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This may be a stupid question! Why mirrors aren't used for reflectors?
#1 Guest_Quigs_*
Posted 01 March 2009 - 08:55 PM
Just wondering why reflectors can't or rather aren't constructed using some sort of mirror rather than aluminum. I know theres obviously a weight issue and fragile issue however Im sure this could be overcome.
Anyone with thoughts or reasons as to why they aren't used?
Anyone with thoughts or reasons as to why they aren't used?
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Posted 01 March 2009 - 10:01 PM
Quigs, on Mar 1 2009, 08:55 PM, said:
Just wondering why reflectors can't or rather aren't constructed using some sort of mirror rather than aluminum. I know theres obviously a weight issue and fragile issue however Im sure this could be overcome.
Anyone with thoughts or reasons as to why they aren't used?
Anyone with thoughts or reasons as to why they aren't used?
Mirrors are not as good because the reflective surface is behind the glass. This means that the light has to pass through the glass twice to be reflected and this induces losses and changes the spectrum as well.
#4 Guest_Quigs_*
Posted 01 March 2009 - 10:27 PM
I knew someone would come up with a good reason. Makes perfect sense aswell. End of thread!
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