You can tilt the head back on those ones. We've got the older enlarger set up this way. I wasn't going to add anything since you said you'd found one, but they're pretty easy to make as well.

Depending on the degree of your enlargement, a 20x24 can be a tight squeeze on an MXT without a drop table. We have 2 MXTs, and one MXII, all with 135mm Nikkors. I don't know, I'd have to say a drop table might be the way to go. Of course, possible solutions may be limited by the size and geometry of your darkroom. (Install a track with a hanging easel.affix the paper via strip magnets?) Ansel did horizontal projection for his 8x10 enlarger, and, seems I recall, used horizontal for large print projects from his Beseler as well. Given the cost of a 45VXL chassis, seems like this would warrant some serious thought, particularly if you plan to make them routinely. This frame would rest on the table, the enlarger chassis on top of that and your easel would rest on the table directly.may need a bit of adjustment via angel iron or something to make sure you have a clear 20x24 for your paper.Īnother option would be to use the horizontal projection position of the enlarger head (I assume the 45MXT has this feature as does the 45MCRX).

The legs would go under the sides and the cross piece across the back of the enlarger frame, leaving the front open. The AdJus-Table is one solution.If you are only seeking a single level of additional projection distance, you might be able to design the needed slight additional elevation by placing a 'U' frame of 2x4 lumber under the enlarger frame to gain 3 1/2inches of projection distance.

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