cyr_smith Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 Anybody know for sure what size hole is needed for a Ilex Acme #4 shutter? I need it in millimeters is possible. Thanks.<div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sw12dz Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 I would contact S.K. Grimes (www.skgrimes.com) and receive the correct answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_briggs2 Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 Do you have the flange or retaining ring? Usually the retaining ring or flange has a projection that sticks through the hole -- this sets the hole diameter, not the threads on the shutter. If you have the flange or retaining ring, why don't you measure it? -- that way you will be sure to have the right diameter. If you are having someone make the hole for you, you could give them the part. There may have been some variations in Ilex shutter dimensions over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_s Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 FWIW, the <A HREF="http://www.skgrimes.com/ilex/index.htm">hole size is listed </a>on the Grimes site: 2.604 inches is 66.1mm. Like Michael says, I can't swear that they never varied in size, so use this to cross-check your actual measurement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdewen Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Cyr: I have the exact same lens/shutter combo. My flange fits very snugly into a hole 65.5mm in diameter (metal lensboard). Regards, Charley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyr_smith Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share Posted November 24, 2008 Hey-! Thanks Charley, I appreciate the info. PS do you like the lens?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyr_smith Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share Posted November 24, 2008 Hey to Dave also, sorry just realized you had answer the question also. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdewen Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 Cyr: Never used it. I got it in a package deal - Ilex #3, 4 & 5 shutters, all with Caltars mounted in them. I bought the group just to mount other lenses in the shutters. I've have shot the 14 3/4" (375mm) a couple of times, though, and from that suspect the Caltars are underrated and good bargains. Charley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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