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Enlarger Parts
Parts of the enlarger.
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Photography
10th Grade
08/23/2011

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Enlarger head
Definition
contains the main working parts:
the light source, lens, and negatran. it is raised up and down no the supporting column.
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supporting column
Definition
holds the enlarger head out over the baseboard and printing paper. serves best as a rail on which the head is moved up or down.
Term
Negative Size Indicator
Definition
Specifies enlarger setting of film format size.
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Negative Size Adjustent Knob
Definition
Adjusts the upper bellows to adapt to different size film formats.
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Negative Stage Lever
Definition
Opens and closes the negative stage to lock in the negative carrier or negatran.
Term
Negatran
Definition
The device that holds and transports the negative under the lamp.
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Height Adjustment Krank
Definition
This part moves the enlargert head farther and nearer the printing paper producing the final image size for the enlargment.
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Focusing Control
Definition
changes the distance between the lens and the negative.
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Elevation Brake
Definition
Prevents unwanted movement of the enlarger head.
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Lens Illuminator
Definition
A small red plastic insert that allows light to hit the lens so the aperture setting can be read.
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Enlarging Lens
Definition
Bends the light rays passing through the negative to form an enlarged image.
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Aperture ring
Definition
It changes the size of the diaphragm in f/stop measurments.
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Diaphragm
Definition
An adjustable opening much like the diaphragm in the camera which controls the amount of light reaching the printing paper.
*Controls the amount of light passing through the lens.
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Aperture Index
Definition
Small mark that indicates the selected aperture setting.
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Lens Board
Definition
This enlarger part holding the enlarging lens and lens illuminator is held in place by the lens stage.
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Small Filter Holder
Definition
Hiolds the contrast filters ir safelight filters below the lens.
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Lens Stage
Definition
Holds the lens board with the enlarging lens and illuminator.
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Lower Bellows
Definition
allows the distance between the lens and negative to be adjusted while focusing.
Term
Negative Stage
Definition
This platform is opened by the negative stage lever and supports the negative carrier/negatran.
Term
Upper Bellows
Definition
Allows the enlarger to accommodate e cariety of film formats.
Term
Condenser Lens
Definition
A pair of convex lenses which spread the light evenly over the negative area
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Large Filter Compartment
Definition
Holds large gelatin in contrast filters in preferred location above the lens.
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Lamp
Definition
This high intensity bulb supplies the required light to expose the printing paper.
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Negative Carrier
Definition
A round frame device for holding the negative inside the enlarger so that it can be printed.
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Baseboard
Definition
The foundation supporting the whole unit. It also is the surface apon which the print proofer, easel or printing paper is placed.
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Printing Easel
Definition
Used to hold printing paper flat and in place when making an enlargement. Four print sizes are avaliable.
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Print Proofer
Definition
Used to assure that negatives and photo paper are in contact when a proof or contact print is made.
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Print Proofer
Definition
Used to assure that negatives and photo paper are in contact when a proof or contact print is made.
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Anti-static Brush
Definition
Small brush treated to eliminate static electricity so dust or lint will not adhere to the negative. Must be kept clean and in a box.
Term
Dodging and Burning Tools
Definition
Devices used to lighten or darken particular areas of a print by shading one area whils addinf light to another area.
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Grain Enlarger
Definition
Magnification devide used to assist with sharp focus.
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Timer
Definition
Controls the interval of time photo paper is exposed to light.
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Lens Cap
Definition
Used to protect the lens and put in place when the enlarger is shut down.
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Lens Tilt Knob
Definition
Alighs hairline to ensure that lens board is parallel to the baseboard.
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Polycontrast Filters
Definition
Used to alter contrast on polycontrast paper.
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