Impact screen

[bubba22]

Should be no different than any impact screen.

[TVANS216]

Building a 24 X 32 multipurpose building which will contain my simulator. I'm really excited about the whole process. The forum and all the photos have provided all kinds of ideas about what I would like to do considering I will be starting from scratch! Thanks to everyone.

[bubba22]

Have fun with the project TVANS216. Enjoy the end product especially in the winter.

[Par2Pro]

Welcome to the forum TVANS216 - glad to hear that we have another DIY'er aboard!

To all of the members, I am hoping that this thread can be the main thread for information on impact screens... what do you think?

On that note, I have a chance to get a high end impact screen material that would retail at about $3/sq ft. I would have to order a huge quantity, so I would like to see what the interest is right now - if you think it is a good idea and/or would be interested in getting some, please email me at cory@par2pro.com.

OK, time for me to get some sleep!

Cheers,
Cory

[bubba22]

Seems like a good idea.

[Par2Pro]

Storage of this material may be a bit of a problem, so I will need to get a committment from a few people before doing so.

[Kball]

Cory,

Is it possible for you to add grommet on the top edge?

[Par2Pro]

Hey Kball,

I am definitely not a 'grommet master', so the ones that I have done just have not been that pretty

I can send you a grommet kit for $20 or you can pick one up at your local hardware store.

Hope that helps,
Cory

[bubba22]

Just ordered an impact screen from Cory to replace my old one. I can't say enough about how helpful Cory is. Everybody should buy from him and pick his brains about all your sim options.

[psace]

Which one did you get, Bubba? With grommets and how much?

[bubba22]

I got the hq one. I just bought the raw material and will prepare it here in town.

[bubba22]

Mine had a seam and I just ordered one from Cory. I am going to get it sewn onto my existing piece to have a double layered screen. Very excited .

[Bruce Balog]

Bubba, did you get your impact screen yet? I ordered one myself and look forward to it.

[bubba22]

I just got it today. Thanks for the speedy delivery Cory. It looks much better than my old impact screen. I am going to get it prepared tommorrow which will take a few days. I will use my old screen behind it to have a double layer. Very excited. Will let you know.

[northgolf]

Hemmed edges won't fray and will be more durable, just a fact of dealing with cloth.

[ZMax]

Hemmed edges won't fray and will be more durable, just a fact of dealing with cloth.

Thanks Northgolf.

[bubba22]

Hem it if you can. I love my screen. i doubled it up with my old screen and love the visuals as well as the lower impact noise. I'll post pics next week.

[Par2Pro]

Hey Guys,

Sorry about the delayed response - I'm still on the injured list and having a hard time typing.

Anyways, yes the screen is best if it is hemmed and then grommeted - prevents rips in the material. ALSO, be sure to mount the screen using bungee cords or bungee rope, as cable ties and solid rope may put too much strain on the screen material and rip over time.

Hope that helps - but feel free to call me at 1-877-417-2161 if anyone has any other questions.

PS: I have changed the material to be sold by the linear foot so that it all goes out in 10' 6" by whatever length that you want - there was a lot of confusion about the per square foot price and it was taking way too much time and waste to cut it down to that size. The price is still extremely cost effective though

Keep your eye on the ball (and on your knife ),
Cory

[espresso]

Sorry, newbie question here but what exactly should the materials for a impact screen be made of? For example, those commercial or high end screens, what is the material? The reason I ask is because of picture quality. I've made my own home theater screen using materials similar to blackout cloth. It's just fabric with a painted surface which provides better PQ compared to just any white fabric. It also seems pretty durable but I don't know if it will take the full impact of a real golf ball. I would like to purchase the best screen material at a reasonable cost but noticing many members getting HD projectors while using materials with questionable PQ. Kind of defeats the purpose of the HD projector and money could be saved by going with a lesser quality projector or simply upgrading the screen material to get the full HD effect.

[ZMax]

Sorry, newbie question here but what exactly should the materials for a impact screen be made of? For example, those commercial or high end screens, what is the material? The reason I ask is because of picture quality. I've made my own home theater screen using materials similar to blackout cloth. It's just fabric with a painted surface which provides better PQ compared to just any white fabric. It also seems pretty durable but I don't know if it will take the full impact of a real golf ball. I would like to purchase the best screen material at a reasonable cost but noticing many members getting HD projectors while using materials with questionable PQ. Kind of defeats the purpose of the HD projector and money could be saved by going with a lesser quality projector or simply upgrading the screen material to get the full HD effect.

Good question. Maybe bubba22 chime in on this topic. I'm planning on upgrading my screen and will probably go with the material from Par2pro.

[bubba22]

The exact material in some high end sims is not clear. The ususal material would be a Cordura of some sort. I initially had a cordura with a seam but since have gone to Cory's (Par2pro) HQ impact screen and I am very, very happy. The material is well priced, projects the image very well and withstands a golf ball well and quiet. Highly recommended.

[ZMax]

Bubba22,

How much light does your HQ screen allow to pass through, if any?

[pboon]

After reading these threads, I made the dive to placed my order for Corey's HQ impact screen. I also needed a projector so I went with an Epson PowerLite 8350. Hope it turns out great!

[ZMax]

After reading these threads, I made the dive to placed my order for Corey's HQ impact screen. I also needed a projector so I went with an Epson PowerLite 8350. Hope it turns out great!

Did your research show anything about Epson 8000's premature bulb blow-out? They might have switch bulb suppliers.

[espresso]

Does anyone have thoughts on creating a pull down impact screen? Like if I were to use a manual pull down projector screen and used foam golf balls? My setup would be in the garage and it would be great if it was easily "folded" away when not in use. I'm sure the screen material is thin but I was wondering if reinforcing it would work as an impact screen?

[pboon]

Did your research show anything about Epson 8000's premature bulb blow-out? They might have switch bulb suppliers.

No I did not know there were bulb issues. I decided to change my initial order to an Epson 8700UB.

[ProTee]

@bubba22

What's the 'bounce' factor of this new screen you have? When you hit is with a driver, how far does the ball land from the screen?

[bubba22]

There defenitely is a bounce factor. The Impact screen is the hq screen from Cory at Par2pro. I have modified it by adding a second layer of cordura behind to soften the blow and keep the ball from sprqaying. It is hung with bunji cords from a frame and netting on the side. I would say that there is still bounce from the screen of probably a foot or more. Depends on the angle the ball hits the screen but in general I am happy with the response of the ball on the screen.

[ProTee]

A foot would be acceptable.

[bubba22]

It is acceptable. it can fly farther if hit on the right angle however in general the bounce is low.