OptiSource International has developed
a second generation anti-slip film disc designated for the challenges of today’s and future hydrophobic
coating developments. Lens and coating companies are pushing technology
boundaries with higher surface contact angles, leading to slicker, more
oil-resistant coatings. The Super IFP is a clear, thin film pad that has a specially
formulated high-tack adhesive designed to grip to the smoothest, slickest, most
oil-resistant surfaces; while its top side is designed to have any standard
blocking pad adhere to it. After edging, the Super IFP is easily removed and
leaves no residue on the lens.
OptiSource introduced the original IFP over
eight years ago as one of the original solutions to edging hydrophobic AR
coated lenses. The IFP was ahead of its
time, being a solid performing pad that many labs and ECPs have come to rely on
to improve edging success and reduce breakage.
“Today’s super hydro/oleo phobic lenses are more advanced than just six-months
ago” states Daryl Squicciarini,
president of OptiSource. “Edging pads have been challenged to keep up
with these ever-changing coating demands.” Squicciarini
also states “Our Super IFP Pad eliminates slippage while edging these lenses and
provides a cost effective solution to the customer.” Due to its high-strength
adhesive, Super IFP is only recommended for use on super hydrophobic and
oleo-phobic rated coatings.