Film-Tech Forum ARCHIVE: Silver Screen for 3D projection

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Posted by Craig Call (Member # 2845) on 10-22-2011, 09:06 PM:

My lens system requires a SILVER SCREEN to project 3D features.

I recently found a new screen material called PEARLESCENT-SILVER. I wanted to know if anyone could tell me if this screen material will work with 3D projection?

I have used the Silver Lenticular screen material for 3D in the past, but the Pearlescent-silver seems to yield superior color results.

Please HELP!!!

Posted by Justin Hamaker (Member # 2165) on 10-22-2011, 09:45 PM:

I can't answer your specific question, but depending on the 3D system you're installing, you may need to use an "approved" silver screen.

Posted by Craig Call (Member # 2845) on 10-23-2011, 09:11 PM:

Thanks, Justin. The Pearlescent-silver screens are sold by DA-LITE, but I don't know if they're 3D compatible.

Does anyone else know anything that might be helpful?

Posted by Alan Gouger (Member # 543) on 10-23-2011, 10:54 PM:

Craig I do not think the Pearlescent material will maintain polarization.
Looking at their Silver material they specifically mention "maintains 99.3% of polarized light" yet no mentioned of this or 3D under the description of their Pearlescent material.
I would give them a call to make sure before ordering this material. Let us know what they say, good luck.