EP Cleaning QuestionPosted By Bernard Kean |
Hi David
As I understand it from Al Nagler, most modern coatings now days are pretty durable and he says about any NON-ammoniated glass cleaner will work. Just don't flood it on so it doesn't creep into the eyepiece and produce moisture inside. I dust the lens first and use a cleaner from my eye doctor and it works great, then if there are any small residue spots I fog the lens over hot water (breath will work if careful) and lightly wipe. I might use a bit of alcohol for stubborn eyelash marks but I avoid it unless necessary then clean as usual. There are many trains of thought on this so there is no one way that is best. The main thing is, once you find a method that works for you, do it the same every time. The Zeiss Wipes work great if you crumple them up to soften them first and let a bit of the liquid evaporate before using.
Hope this helps
Buck
As I understand it from Al Nagler, most modern coatings now days are pretty durable and he says about any NON-ammoniated glass cleaner will work. Just don't flood it on so it doesn't creep into the eyepiece and produce moisture inside. I dust the lens first and use a cleaner from my eye doctor and it works great, then if there are any small residue spots I fog the lens over hot water (breath will work if careful) and lightly wipe. I might use a bit of alcohol for stubborn eyelash marks but I avoid it unless necessary then clean as usual. There are many trains of thought on this so there is no one way that is best. The main thing is, once you find a method that works for you, do it the same every time. The Zeiss Wipes work great if you crumple them up to soften them first and let a bit of the liquid evaporate before using.
Hope this helps
Buck
