Wanderer Posted February 19, 2022 Share #1 Posted February 19, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello,I am using an Alden 74 for loading my Ixmoo cassettes. I just processed a film (Kodak Double-X 5222), and, in the middle of the film I have a big lightleak (see first picture attached).I know it’s not coming from the camera (Leica M6) as I didn’t have any issues with another film done the very same day in broad daylight. I don’t think it’s coming from the cassette itself the only culprit left would be the bulk-loader.I tape the door closing the cassette receptacle, the springs which hold the door are a bit weak and the door kind of move a little bit, so to be sure it closes properly I put some black electrician tape all around the edges.I have noticed that the knob for closing back the ixmoo cassettes doesn't come back all the way back in position (see the second and third pictures) could it be the source of the leak? And if yes what would be the best solution to solve the issue?Thank you very much in advance for your time and helpWishing you a beautiful dayAlainPS: English is not my first language, so my apologies for any grammar errors and please do not hesitate to ask me if I am not clear Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/329961-help-hunting-down-a-lightleak/?do=findComment&comment=4386599'>More sharing options...
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Doug A Posted February 21, 2022 Share #2 Posted February 21, 2022 I use several Alden 74 bulk loaders with FILCA cassettes which are even taller than the IXMOO but I cut a notch in the disk that holds the cassette in place and operates the knob that closes it in the loader. I have seen no light leaks with this arrangement. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/329961-help-hunting-down-a-lightleak/?do=findComment&comment=4387748'>More sharing options...
Wanderer Posted February 21, 2022 Author Share #3 Posted February 21, 2022 Hey Doug, thank you very much for your answer. I think I'm going to follow your idea, sounds the best cours of action... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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