For any application, filters should be oriented such that the coated surface faces the light source.
On the opposing surface to the coated surface, an anti-reflective (AR) coating is applied to improve transmission in the desired wavelength range, while adding extended spectral blocking outside of the desired range.
For extremely sensitive applications, proper orientation and directionality should be maintained.
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