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Posted By Mark Benson 10-22-2025 13:02
Found In Egroup: Microfading Tester International Discussion Group
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Hello Jenny, We are using the Newport FSQ-GG400 filter which blocks below 400nm and the Newport 20HMS-0 Hot Mirror. Links below. https://www.newport.com/p/FSQ-GG400 https://www.newport.com/p/20HMS-0 Sorry for the slow response. Mark ------------------------------ Mark Benson Associate ...
Posted By Mark Benson 10-02-2025 18:00
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Hello All, How were you introduced to MFT? I was introduced to microfade testing by my colleagues at the Getty Conservation Institute - Christel Pesme, Vincent Beltran, and Jim Druzik. They organized a workshop in 2013 to train conservation staff across the Getty in using MFT for light-sensitivity ...
Posted By Mark Benson 09-08-2025 13:47
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Hello Michael, I did my best to answer your questions below. I've also included an image of our tester head/boom stand assembly. This was something I overlooked when purchasing the instrument so we came up with this solution in house to get up and running quickly but I'm sure you can find some interesting ...
Posted By Mark Benson 02-25-2025 16:41
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Thanks for organizing and posting this Vincent. At the Getty Research Institute, we used the GCI's Whitmore MFT for many years. Our comfort level with its operation and durability were the main factors in our decision to purchase this design. I also thought the broad spectrum and continuous SPD of ...
Posted By Mark Benson 10-22-2024 16:24
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Hello Julio, Have you tried to reinstall the drivers? I've had issues where I can't open the application, usually when the laptop updates automatically. If I reinstall the drivers with the "CDI Driver installer" in the CDI Spec 32 folder it fixes the issue. This doesn't sound like the same problem ...