Is this 8826 heat absorbing glass the same as the 8042?

rpavich

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I am looking to buy a piece of heat absorbing glass because I "think" that my negative is popping in my 23CII enlarger.
The correct PN is #8042 and is 6" x 6" in side, however, on ebay there is one for half price with the PN #8826. It is also 6" x 6" so it would seem like it would work; if fits in the tray above the filter holder slot. Here is what it says about it:

DESCRIPTION: From the inventory of a recently closed camera store a new old stock new in factory envelope Beseler 8826 6" x 6" square x 1/8" thick heat absorbing glass. Unfortunately we can't tell for certain what Beseler enlarger/s this fits but we are guessing one or more of the 45 series but it is the same dimensions as the #8042 for the 23C series. If anyone knows for sure what this fits please let us know.

Does anyone here know for certain?
 

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According to the current parts diagram and list on Beseler's web site the heat absorbing glass for the 45MXT is #8077, and it's round. I also checked the lists for the 45V-XL and 23C and none of them list a part #8826. Your best bet would be to ask Beseler at 1-800-237-3537 (if you're in the US) or through their web site beselerphoto.com.
 
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rpavich

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From some help from an APUGger I found that the 23C glass is 5.5" x 5.5" and not 6 x 6 so that's a deal breaker I guess. I sent them a message and they haven't responded back.

thanks for the help
 
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