![]() ![]() The 8x10 cold light came in different versions. Also comes with glass negative carrier and a special Beseler glassless carrier similar to the 4x5 Negaflat (but not as easy to use). It also has a big flange which dilates the top section of the carriage so that the 8x10 cold light simply drops in. ![]() The kit contains spacer hardware which pushed the carriage farther from the center column or truss so that the larger sized light source will fit. When buying used, be careful that it still has the right hardware. The kit is adaptable to both the 45MXT and the 45VXL and comes with the necessary hardware for both. The CB has some throwback fans but if you want the smaller model with the U-shaped truss then get the 45MXT which is the latest model.īeseler also made an 8x10 conversion kit. The MX and I think CB models are older versions. I believe that the chassis and light source can be rotated 90 degrees for projection on the wall, but I have not tried this and don't know how well it retains alignment in that position. It was designed to fit their enlarging table which allows you to remove the baseboard and place it in slots that are closer to the floor for larger enlargements. It has a motorized carriage to move the lens stage and light source up and down, but the usual manual focus. In some ways, it is more "alignable" than the VXL but it is a pain and the instructions were written by a sadist with bad English. It has the U-shaped design and is smaller. It has manual controls although they did make a motorized module for both up/down and focus which was quite expensive. It is my favorite one but is a beast and I need a second person to lift it. If you have low ceilings, it can create a problem because the column is about 5 feet long. The VXL is the largest, most solid enlarger. I am no expert but I have 3 Beseler enlargers. ![]()
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