Is this filter truly made of glass or is it the acrylic version? Thanks!
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I received one a couple of days ago thinking it was a glass filter only to find out it is in fact acrylic. To make matters worst, it had a scratch and smudge that affected the all photos taken with my GP 3+. Waiting for a replacement. Extra care is needed when using any acrylic filter. Extreme care should be taken when cleaning.
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hi there, this is made from acrylic, I´ve been using it on the beach and has been working fine for me, of course using it with proper care...
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Acrylic, a Form of plastic. However, it is so hard and has a glass like surface it doesn't absorb "Any" food or liquid stains like most all other plastics tend to do! Plus, it's not near as heavy as glass! I "Love" it!!! Will be getting another for the camper!
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John I would also like to know what it is. However, most of these types of filters I have seen generally have a rating of 3. It's about equivalent to the old fiber glass filters, low dust pickup but high flow. I have a 10x6x1 box (in addition to the others) in my house and it is IMPOSSIBLE to find an actual filter for it. Even the builder put in one of these types of filters. I've been here for 10 years now and haven't had any issues with my system or this type of filter for just this one.
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This filter is made of plastic. I have used it in various settings and am impressed so far with the results considering the price.
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The tank is made of metal. The filter housings are all plastic. Hope that answers your question.
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This is made of a plastic or acrylic like substance. Hopefully more resistant to breakage that glass. Be aware this item has gone up considerably in price. It used to be $16. It is a high quality item though. I use my several times a day and I often notice how smoothly it dispenses the soap (and shampoo) I keep in it.
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Not cheap looking. The acrylic is about 1/8" thick. I don't have a glass canister to compare the item to, but they look like glass to me. I am not sure how well they will hold up after many cleaning and not sure if they are easily scratched. I am using the canisters to store dry goods such as rice, cereal and popcorn. The item have a very good seal that keeps my cereal fresh. I would prefer glass, but acrylic serves my purpose.
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The lid is almost all plastic. The clear part appears to be acrylic and the threading that screws into the glass is plastic. There's a stainless veneer around the outer ring of the lid, as well as the top around the acrylic. Some other commenters reported smelling or tasting the plastic in their water, but I haven't detected it at all.
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Hi Leslie. It's not glass, but a very good kind of acrylic or plastic (very clear). The image quality is very good indeed. In my case 3X Magnification is perfect (I tried 2X and 5X and none were the right ones). Additionally the size of the lens is really good (not too big and not too small)The only thing I don't like much is the way it opens. But I can't say anything bad about the image quality. Hope this helps! If any other doubt, just ask :)
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The filter is made of a white fiberglass product. The outer part is a corrugated white, stiff product and the inner part looks like a spun fiberglass. It looks a lot like the round, cylindrical swimming pool filters if you're familiar with those. it's easy to remove and clean.
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Hi Bill, good evening. As far as I can remember, it has no plastic part but the filter as I recall is aluminum. I hope this helps.
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It's the actual filter. You might find it a little awkward to use at first, but it does a good job.
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The filters are acrylic plastic. The edges of the filters are sharp and there is no bevel so it is somewhat difficult to slide the filters into the holder. I ended up sanding the edges of the filters and enlarging the slots in the holder.
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Since the filter is ceramic, my husband said it would last a long time, unless it got broke. But he did say it could probably be found on the internet. Sorry thats all I know about it.
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The filter is some kind of synthetic material--I think--very fine mesh. It eventually clogs, and you either have to take the basket apart to clean the filter or simply replace the whole basket. It's pricey, though, about 25.00, including shipping.
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Plastic. It also has tear off covers so you don't scratch. I have had this for years of service with no problems. just replace the filters and the tear offs when needed
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It is not a glass bottle. I change the filter every 3 months, but I don't use it everyday.