lube oil for cameras
Jan 7, 2021 18:53:53 #
Jan 7, 2021 19:49:17 #
bodiebill wrote:
What is the test lube oil for camera repair?
What part you want to lube?
Jan 7, 2021 19:59:37 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
What part you want to lube?
after solvent cleaning I want to lightly lube gears, pins etc. Obviously not the shutter leafs.
Jan 7, 2021 20:17:07 #
bodiebill wrote:
after solvent cleaning I want to lightly lube gears, pins etc. Obviously not the shutter leafs.
For my view camera shutters I would use:
https://www.amazon.com/Tri-Flow-Squeeze-Bottle-Lubricant-Teflon/dp/B00GC54OC2/ref=asc_df_B00GC54OC2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167111061052&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9430422437801733136&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021463&hvtargid=pla-315876899021&psc=1
I also use this device to pinpoint the lubrication.
ARES 70004 - Precision Oiler Pen Applicator - Precisely Applies CLP, Ballistol, and Other Lubricants in Tight Places
Also available from Amazon
Jan 7, 2021 22:04:01 #
Unless heavy use is expected I never lube leaf shutters after cleaning. Lube in lightly used shutters is just gonna gum up again.
Jan 8, 2021 04:55:43 #
bodiebill wrote:
What is the test lube oil for camera repair?
I would rather send a camera and lenses out to a repair store I am afraid I will take my camera a pair and forget how to put it back together.
Jan 8, 2021 06:05:04 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
bodiebill wrote:
What is the test lube oil for camera repair?
Nikon Professional Services is the only lubricant I use. I would never attempt to add any oil to my camera, it can find it's way to the sensor and then all is lost.
Jan 8, 2021 06:17:29 #
I love “how to do videos” make it look like anything is so easy to do. I didn’t know that I could build a house in an hour or cook a fabulous 4 course meal in twenty five minutes.
Just remember that you spent a boat load of money to use a camera. Then you fix it only to void the warranty and/or make the camera unusable. If the repair shop messes your camera up, they have to answer for it and pay for its repair. If you damage the camera in the process of your repairing it, you have to answer for it yourself.
Please don’t lube anything, tighten screws or replace a part. It is not worth the aggravation.
Just remember that you spent a boat load of money to use a camera. Then you fix it only to void the warranty and/or make the camera unusable. If the repair shop messes your camera up, they have to answer for it and pay for its repair. If you damage the camera in the process of your repairing it, you have to answer for it yourself.
Please don’t lube anything, tighten screws or replace a part. It is not worth the aggravation.
Jan 8, 2021 06:32:08 #
I bought my wife a Grandfather Clock as an anniversary present. I call a repair service to come to the house and fix it if need be. Even for an oil job I would rather pay the extra money. The clock is a 30 year old oak key driven Ridgeway. Oil is easy to buy and the movement has accessible panels. For me to do repairs it would cost less the ten dollars. So I’ll pay $150 to oil the movement. It’s my wife’s clock so I want it to last forever.
Jan 8, 2021 06:45:45 #
billnikon wrote:
Nikon Professional Services is the only lubricant I use. I would never attempt to add any oil to my camera, it can find it's way to the sensor and then all is lost.
It’s a clockwork leaf shutter ... those are easy. Spin out the glass, rinse, let dry.
Jan 8, 2021 09:34:34 #
Carl1024
Loc: Kaneohe, HI 96744
you have the word spelt wrong, "best"?
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Jan 8, 2021 09:38:07 #
Carl1024 wrote:
you have the word spelt wrong, "best"?
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I don’t recall using that word.
Ant I nerver spelt any werds wrong.
Jan 8, 2021 10:00:46 #
Carl1024
Loc: Kaneohe, HI 96744
You wrote" test" instead of "Best"?
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Jan 8, 2021 10:15:39 #
User ID wrote:
I don’t recall using that word.
Ant I nerver spelt any werds wrong.
Ant I nerver spelt any werds wrong.
Jan 8, 2021 10:40:54 #
I know there are hobbyists and enthusiasts that restore and repair old cameras and have experience with various solvents, cleaners, and libricatnts that are appropriate- I have no such experience or knowledge.
For a modern camera that is in current service, however, I would not recommend any DIY service or repair by other than a qualified repair technician.
This is what I do know: Generally speaking, it is not advisable to use any household or industrial solvents, cleaners, or lubricants for precision mechanisms such as camera shutters. There are specialized lubricants with viscosities that are specially formulated for this usage. The same lubricants are no used for all gears, cams, blades or other moving parts- there are several different types.
I understand that whale oil and other organically sourced or some petroleum-based lubricants have been replaced, in recent years, by silicones and other synthetics. Some ordinary lubricants will properly lubricate a specific part or gear train but can run or seep into or onto other parts and cause malfunction.
For a modern camera that is in current service, however, I would not recommend any DIY service or repair by other than a qualified repair technician.
This is what I do know: Generally speaking, it is not advisable to use any household or industrial solvents, cleaners, or lubricants for precision mechanisms such as camera shutters. There are specialized lubricants with viscosities that are specially formulated for this usage. The same lubricants are no used for all gears, cams, blades or other moving parts- there are several different types.
I understand that whale oil and other organically sourced or some petroleum-based lubricants have been replaced, in recent years, by silicones and other synthetics. Some ordinary lubricants will properly lubricate a specific part or gear train but can run or seep into or onto other parts and cause malfunction.
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