
Calculating Prism in Compound Lenses - OptiBoard Discussion …
Aug 6, 2015 · I am learning about calculating prism in compound lenses from a study guide, and I have an example question that I conceptually do not understand. RX: -1.00 -2.00 x 30 PD …
Fresnel Prisms and Getting all the "bubbles" smoothed out
Apr 25, 2024 · Mark Fresnel at prism poles with an indelible pens like a lens marker (towards outside of the intended used area). Important : NEVER put one on one lens up/down and on …
Ordering compound prism - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
So I received my first prescription with a compound prism. It was prescribed as "2 PD Base Down & Out @ Axis 135 OS only" After finding the proper conversion method, I figured out that …
Prism question - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Jun 12, 2003 · Hi - This may be a stupid question, but my mind is not working!(and all of my optical books aren't unpacked from my move!). I recently received a script from an MD that …
Needing help with prisms - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Aug 6, 2008 · The base out prism is different because out for the right eye and out for the left eye compound unlike the vertical prism, you'll also notice that this is the case with the axis, 90 is …
Interesting Fresnell Prism question. - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
I know this is a strange question and I think I pretty much already know the answer. I've consulted with our local lab gurus and every doctor/lab type I know and no one has an answer. So the …
Prentice's rule - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Sep 30, 2008 · We know Prentice's rule, power times decentration, in centimeters. What about a vertical component in compound prism initiated by horizontal decentration of an oblique axis …
Prism rings - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Nov 8, 2018 · Use the axis wheel on the eye piece to align with the direction of prism. ( 180 for in or out prism, 90 degrees for vertical, or compound the prism to get the axis and amount you …
Lab Delays due to Prism - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Jun 17, 2021 · If it’s compound prism ( horizontal and vertical) you still only put it on one lens by mathematically finding the axis to put the base to induce both. So I know we need to adjust the …
Prentice's Rule - OptiBoard Discussion Forums
Apr 21, 2006 · The prism will have to be ground, and the lab will grind the lens thicker on one side than the other. The resultant lens will usually be round, but thicker at the prism base than …