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What is the highest watt bulb that can safely be used in the Beseler 23C III-XL Variable Contrast Enlarger?..... I have a brand new one and focusing is very difficult with the 85 watt bulb that came with it. It seems very dark. Thanks!
The maximum wattage bulb compatible for use with the Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger is 85 watts. Beseler only recommends 75W or 85W bulbs for use with the Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast Enlarger.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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Will a late 1980s Printmaker 35 lensboard and negative carrier work on the 23CIII-XL?
No, unfortunately, the Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger is not compatible with a late 1980s Printmaker 35 lensboard and negative carrier.
Date published: 2025-10-27
What do I need to print 6x6?
What do I need to print 6x6?
You would need a 105 or 100mm lens... https://bhpho.to/3aXZhvb
And a medium format carrier such as Beseler 6x6cm Glassless Negative Carrier for 23C Series Enlargers BH #BENC6623 • MFR #8060 and a Beseler 39mm Threaded Lock Ring
B&H # BEJN MFR # 8095 and finally a lensboard such as the Beseler 39mm Lensboard with 5/8" Extension (For 105-135mm Lenses) B&H # BELBE3923 MFR # 8029
Date published: 2022-02-11
Just to make sure: Is it correct that the device ...
Just to make sure: Is it correct that the device comes without a negative carrier and without a lensboard?
The Beseler 23CIII-XL Variable Contrast (Black & White) Enlarger does not include a negative carrier and lensboard. Here is everything included:
Includes: Chassis
Baseboard
Variable Contrast Lamphouse
Lamp (ESJ)
6x9 Mixing Chamber
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Date published: 2024-09-24
What is the largest print that this can create?
What is the largest print that this can create?
I have an older 23C, if it is the same as mine which it looks like, the head assembly can tilt to a horrizontal position. This allows you to make large prints as a wall projection. I have done it a few times, but equipment to develope prints will limit size. 18" x 24"
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Date published: 2023-08-15
What is the largest negative I can use with this ...
What is the largest negative I can use with this enlarger?
The Beseler 23CIII-XL can handle film up to 6x9cm.
Date published: 2021-10-20
does the enlarger come with a does the enlarger ...
does the enlarger come with a does the enlarger come with a modular head system with the lamp house?
The 23Clll-XL features interchangeable lightsources. The Condenser lamphouse supplied with this model is interchangeable with the Dichro Colorhead (No.8132-02) and with the Variable Contrast Lightsource (No.8134-02)
Date published: 2021-04-22
do I need to buy enlarger lens for this? I want ...
do I need to buy enlarger lens for this? I want to make prints up to 16x20"
I have a 23CII XL and make a lot of 16"x20" prints from 35mm negatives. You will need to buy a lens, I use a 40mm enlarging lens which gives me the ability to crop the negative if needed. I highly recommend a 40 mm lens.
Date published: 2024-04-12