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Interesting! More thoughts...

a) Call me paranoid, but wouldn't it be better to be a bit under the RM max dimensions?
b) Is the plastic up for being dropped several times from a height of 2 metres, and/or being sat flat under a 100 kg weight (Aka a postie)?
c) If it's a mailer, is it safe that there's no internal envelope or other protection against opening in the light? Means you have to have very clear external instructions, eg on the (stuck-on?) label.
d) Obviously there's a reason, but I couldn't understand why parts appeared to be 30mm wide rather then 25mm (in the drawing).
 
a) I did wonder how exact my local post office would be but I also want as much internal space as possible. I think I'll call in to the PO first. Only a matter of reducing the sizes of a few pieces by a few mm if it's too close.

b) I think such a narrow box made from 5mm acrylic should be stronger than a cardboard mailer box but I'll do some testing :0)

c) I could make sure there was text on the outside as a warning not to open in the light. I could also add a thin sprung baffle on the top opening which would close over the top.

d) My deliberate mistake, well spotted...or I used my previous design to resize the lid pieces but forgot to change the text! The lid pieces should be 25 x 30mm to give a 30mm deep lid.

Thanks for the feedback Chris
 
Generally a cardboard box will give (though also sometimes tear) while a plastic box might shatter; it was the latter I was worrying about.
 
I've used 5mm acrylic for some other items and it's surprisingly solid. The weakest part would probably be across the widest edge so I think I'll put one together and stand on it :0)

The laser cutter is out of service at the moment annoyingly so I'll have to wait until next week to get the pieces cut though. I've also left the template for my Poalroid 110A top and bottom plates so I'll be keeping him busy!
 
I just got an three layer film box out the draw, taped it up as though I were sending it to peak, put it on the floor and stamped on it. I weigh 80 ish KG. It didn't buckle....

Don't get me wrong, don't want to p*** on your bbq, but I suspect you might be over engineering things :D

Unless I'm missing the point?:coat:
 
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Over-engineering...how dare you suggest such a thing ;0). I reckon I just have an active mind but the alternative is to watch bake off with Hayley so...
 
Ok good folk of the LF niche, here's my next attempts. (y)

Much better this time, a lot less wind so I could actually use my dark cloth without looking like Batman. First one is a straight shot, no movements used and the second I raised the front up to nearly its full height and dropped it back a few degrees as well. Much better but still not right, bloody hell its complicated :thinking: This time I also put the DDS in the right way round.

Both on Fomapan 100, some problems with the scanning technique as I still have to scan in two parts and stitch but hopefully that will be sorted next week.
WC-no-movements by Andy, on Flickr

WC-with-movements by Andy, on Flickr

I am very, very impressed with the detail. Fairly happy so far, more practice needed. :D

Andy
 
@Andysnap Nice one Andy. Keep practising. Amazing how a small movement is usually enough.
Buy some new bolts so you can try moving the rear standard.
 
Strappy said:
I've had mornings like that too. Try adding some fibre to your diet and watch how much coffee you drink.
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Wise words indeed.
 
I've just picked up my box of Shanghai 4x5 from the Post Office. The postman tried to deliver on Saturday but I wasn't in but I'm happy with the fast delivery especially considering I'm still waiting for a DDS from another Ebay seller that I paid for on the 17th August :mad:

I've opened the box and the film looks good. I should be ok opening it in my living room shouldn't I..... ;0)
 
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I've opened the box and the film looks good. I should be ok opening it in my living room shouldn't I..... ;0)
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As long as you remembered to close the curtains, obviously.

Surprised you had to pick it up from the PO, do you have a tiny letterbox (if that's not a personal question, oo-er, etc.)? Mine was waiting on the doormat when I got home :)
 
Alright Dean, we're not all man-mountains ;0)

And yes, I shut the curtains and my eyes so it seemed pretty dark. I'm not sure why the posty couldn't fit it either, maybe he just likes to make me earn my post!
 
I did that before but couldn't see any images on them so they appear brand new.
 
I'm almost sure you lot are joking... :naughty:
 
What do you mean Chris, will this affect my results? I'm a bit of an LF noob so wanted to make sure everything was ok before I shoot..
 
If you're a LF noob you're way ahead of me!:wideyed:
 
Well, technically it's known as pre-exposure, you're preparing the film by giving it a quick flash before you expose it in camera. You can capture more shadow detail because you've already put light into the shadows, if you see what I mean. The obvious problem is that it can lead to blown highlights, which is why you should always close your curtains first.

HTH :)
 
Is it a sort of repetitive hiccupping sound?
 
You guys are soooo funny....
 
Another in the veritable flood of LF shots from me. A lily on Shanghai GP3, which turns out to be a bit good, no grain and nice tones.

Lily2 by Andy, on Flickr
 
Yes and no. I use a 4x Rodenstock which has a sliding collar that either reveals a clear plastic end (like the one on Amazon) for prints etc where you want to let light through or covers the end to keep light out - making it easier on a ground glass.

Edit to add - I'm sure you could use tape or paint if the clear is a problem.
 
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StephenM said:
Yes and no. I use a 4x Rodenstock which has a sliding collar that either reveals a clear plastic end (like the one on Amazon) for prints etc where you want to let light through or covers the end to keep light out - making it easier on a ground glass.

Edit to add - I'm sure you could use tape or paint if the clear is a problem.
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I see, thanks Stephen. I might get one and as you say, tape it over, at least until I get a proper one.

Ta.
 
You don't "need" a fancy loupe at all. I misplaced mine and have been using an enlarging lens reversed with a bit of cardboard tube to block out light and it's perfectly serviceable, to the point where I'm considering just getting a better bit of plastic tube and not bothering to replace the loupe for a bit
 
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