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    Copal #0 X-sync problem

    Hi. I am new here and I am having problems with the search functions so I will post my question here.
    I have a Schneider-Kreuznach Super-Angulon 90mm f/8 with a Copal #0 shutter and the x-sync doesn't work. I have tried all my known good cables. The connection is held on with screws. If I take the connection off the shutter body will the switch contacts be accessible?

    Thanks

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    Older shutter, do you have the lever switched to X?
    do NOT take the shutter apart.

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    It's probably oxidation pay for a decent CLA. Most repair shops can doe one for you,

    Ian

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    Quote Originally Posted by JD Photo View Post
    If I take the connection off the shutter body will the switch contacts be accessible?

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    Yes.

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    newer shutter just X

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    I haven't done anything but now the strobe fires at random if I touch the shutter, wiggle the cable, change the speed. It will fire when I release the shutter but not reliably. Something loose inside? Where is a good place to send it in the southwest?

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    Most likely easier to buy a different, but working shutter, with or without glass inside of it. It will MUCH cheaper, and FASTER.

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    Re: Copal #0 X-sync problem

    I talked with Northwest camera repair and he said that there was probably a broken insulator on the sync contacts and it needed to come apart to fix it. The dealer I bought it from wouldn't cover the repair so I sent it back for a refund on his used warranty. Too bad, the glass was mint. Thanks for the responses.

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