Greetings,
I have decided to try and make a "barn-door" lens shade for 7 x 17. I would like some input on my ideas and the materials. I recently made a series IX adapter from a 3" ABS cap and expoxyed in a 82mm to series IX adapter (this is for barrel and med format lenses and is light and works great). The material will be mounted to that device. That is illustrated in the first image. The second image is the proposed device. My idea is to make the shade primarily for a 15" lens. I do not use any shorter lenses. I would like to accommodate a 30" lens if practical or make a second shade. I need input for the three dimensions which are circled on the drawing (second image). I intend to use plastic piano hinges (McMaster Carr 1588A74) and epoxy panels to the hinges. I also need recommendations for panel material. I am leaning towards the materials used in the S&S darkslides which I believe is fiberglass. I think plastic panels would warp. Also notice the idea (question mark on drawing) for an "extra panel" and "cloth as drape" (or small square-ish panel that could be hinged also). Any thoughts would be appreciated.
thanks
phil sweeney
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