Where can I buy IR filter glass for a Nikon D70 conversion in the UK?
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I want to convert an old Nikon D70 to infrared by replacing the camera’s internal IR-cut filter myself. I’m comfortable doing the optical/electronic work, but I need a source for the actual IR filter material or a pre-cut replacement filter. UK sources would be ideal, but any reputable supplier is helpful. I’m not looking for companies that only offer a conversion service.
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I buy my filter glass from these stores:
http://www.thorlabs.de/search/thorsearch.cfm?search=longpass
If you buy the unmounted glass, you can cut it and mount it any way you want. Like in place of the IR cut filter.
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You can buy IR filter material from optical component suppliers such as Thorlabs and Edmund Optics; both sell longpass/unmounted filter glass that can be cut and mounted in place of the camera’s original filter. If you’d rather avoid cutting glass yourself, LifePixel sells camera-specific replacement filters for Nikon bodies and offers different conversion types such as IR-only, UV-only, or full spectrum. Their filters are pre-sized, which is usually easier and more consistent than cutting raw glass yourself.
One responder also mentioned MaxMax as a source of camera filters, but reported inconsistent quality on a front-mounted filter, so that recommendation is less certain.
For a DIY internal conversion, a pre-cut replacement filter is usually the simplest route. Also be aware that after conversion, autofocus may need recalibration.
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