Extension Tube S-18 for Bronica SQ rattles?

[davido]

hello

I just purchased a used S-18 extension tube for my SQ-Ai. When I shake the tube it rattles like there is something loose inside. All you S-18 owners out there: IS THIS NORMAL? It is also very difficult to remove the tube from the lens. the sliding button is quite stiff. I'm thinking I should return it.

thanks david

 

[Toffle]

The obvious solution to your problem is not to shake the tube.

If it's any consolation, my g-36 does the same. I always just assumed it was part of the aperture linkage... something that floated free until it has tension placed upon it. Maybe someone with more experience can correct me. I can't see that it has any effect on its function, though. In fact, I am blown away by the quality of the negatives with this extension.

Cheers,

 

[davido]

that's reassuring, thanks

thanks Tom. that's reassuring to hear. It seems to work o.k. but when one hears a rattle in any sort of equipment, it makes one a little nervous! Especially, as I bought this online from a camera store and it was sent here. I don't really want to send it back as these extension tubes are getting harder to find.

cheers
david

 

[glbeas]

Yep, thats the linkage rattling inside and it does tighten up when the lens is bayonetted onto it. They are pretty tough pieces of equipment.

 

[Peter Black]

hello

I just purchased a used S-18 extension tube for my SQ-Ai. When I shake the tube it rattles like there is something loose inside. All you S-18 owners out there: IS THIS NORMAL? It is also very difficult to remove the tube from the lens. the sliding button is quite stiff. I'm thinking I should return it.

thanks david

David, you may well know all about this already, but there is a thing called the Bronica lock-up that affects the removal of extension tubes. It's described at the link below along with a couple of other SQ Tips.

http://www.camerahobby.com/Photo-Bronica_Tips.htm

 

[davido]

thanks guys. the link with SQ tips is very good to know about. I'm relieved that my new S-18 is fine. Although, the release knob is still fairly stiff even when the release levers are directly below the green dot on the lens mount. Actually, I have to hold one of the levers (against the spring tension) while I slide the release knob. But it works o.k. as long as I don't have to do it in hurry!

thanks for your help,
david