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Two Types of Thermoforming: Free Blowing vs Molding

by CJsWS | Mar 16, 2023 | Help Center

There are two predominant methods of thermoforming that can be used to create shapes out of plastic substrate: free blowing and molding. All ReplacementDomes.com’s camera domes are free blown. Free Blowing: Vacuum Pressure vs. Air Pressure During the...

You’ve Got Questions, We’ve Got Answers: FAQs About Replacement Domes

by CJsWS | Jan 4, 2023 | Help Center

You need a replacement dome and you’ve got questions. You’ve come to the right place. Forming substrate plastic into high-quality optical domes that are designed to protect cameras is a precision science that many people may not fully understand. Here are answers to...

Not All Clear Plastics Are The Same!

by CJsWS | Dec 12, 2022 | Help Center

Many people assume that plastic is plastic, but saying that all plastic is the same is much like saying that all wood is the same or that all metal is the same. Replacement Domes primarily uses two different types of transparent polymers (clear plastics). Each polymer...

Where can I purchase non-scratching cloths and cleaning materials?

by CJsWS | Nov 10, 2022 | Help Center

Acrylic Polycarbonate Cleaning Materials NOVUS Plastic Polish & Cleaners NOVUS Plastic Polish & Cleaners Cloths Microfiber Cloth Microfiber Cloth Cleaning Materials: NOVUS Plastic Polish & Cleaners can be purchased directly from their website...

From Casinos to Telephone Poles: The Versatility of Camera Domes

by CJsWS | Oct 12, 2022 | Help Center

Whether it’s to keep the watchful eyes of casino cameras hidden from the public or to protect sensitive equipment from dust and smoke, the quality of camera domes goes directly to the effectiveness of the camera itself. Camera domes can be rugged enough to spend their...

What is the right thickness for my camera dome?

by CJsWS | Jul 20, 2022 | Help Center

This is a straightforward question, and the answer is not difficult either. We most commonly produce camera domes in thicknesses of 1.5mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm. They are used as follows: The thinnest dome measures 1.5 mm (0.060 inches) at the flange. In acrylic this...