911 for lens filter removal
Apr 10, 2017 19:12:31 #
I fell with my Nikon. The UV filter was dented and cracked. I cannot remove this filter. I've tried WD-40 but, even with (Rubber coated pliers) it will not come off. Any suggestions ?
Apr 10, 2017 19:16:42 #
Find one of those silicone pads designed to remove recalcitrant jar lids.
Apr 10, 2017 19:22:38 #
If worse comes to worse, remove the glass, take a pair of needle nose pliers, grasp the rim of the filter and remove it by any means possible. The filter is toast at this point so destroying it in the process of removing it isn't going to hurt much. Twisting the pliers will deform the filter metal and once you can deform it enough, it can be removed.
I cringed when I read your use of WD-40. I hope you can remove that completely from your lens when you've finished. Additionally, once you do remove the glass and rim, use a blower, Giotto Rocket type, to remove any glass shards, powder, etc. from the lens surface.
--Bob
I cringed when I read your use of WD-40. I hope you can remove that completely from your lens when you've finished. Additionally, once you do remove the glass and rim, use a blower, Giotto Rocket type, to remove any glass shards, powder, etc. from the lens surface.
--Bob
mrwed wrote:
I fell with my Nikon. The UV filter was dented and cracked. I cannot remove this filter. I've tried WD-40 but, even with (Rubber coated pliers) it will not come off. Any suggestions ?
Apr 10, 2017 19:27:56 #
mrwed wrote:
I fell with my Nikon. The UV filter was dented and cracked. I cannot remove this filter. I've tried WD-40 but, even with (Rubber coated pliers) it will not come off. Any suggestions ?
Often the threads become jammed. Try removing the glass retainer ring, if you can get the glass out the ring will be easier to remove. There have been times I have had to cut the ring flange with diagonal cutters in two spots about 3/8" apart, then you can grab the section between the cuts with pliers and twist the ring. This reduces the rings diameter enough to lift it out without unscrewing it, or further damaging the threads on the lens. NEVER USE WD40 OR OTHER LUBES ON YOUR LENS!
Not a month goes by that I don't have to remove a damaged filter from a customers lens. Once dented, they are ruined anyway.
Apr 10, 2017 19:35:49 #
on cars , WD40 does wonder , also a vacuum cleaner like a mini vac does good .it will also remove dust / dirt inside camera / sensor .
Apr 10, 2017 19:38:50 #
If you have a descent camera store near you, take it there. WD 40 was a big mistake. Make sure you clean the lens where it meets the filter , hopefully none of it got on the glass. Be very careful with pliers so as not to deform the filter mount portion of the lens. The best pliers to use , if you must, is a large Channel lock. But that's only a last resort.
Apr 10, 2017 19:45:28 #
melismus
Loc: Chesapeake Bay Country
After removing all glass, take hold of one spot on the rim with a vise grip. Twist counterclockwise. Either it will come loose and screw off, or it will kink and fall off.
Apr 10, 2017 19:52:02 #
J.R.Newton
Loc: Saint Bernice, Indiana
Go to a camera store and buy a filter wrench. They fit all sizes of filters are inexpensive. NEVER put any liquid on a lens!!!
Apr 10, 2017 20:59:52 #
If the ring and barrel are not deformed:
With camera at room temperature,
apply a sliver of dry ice to the filter ring in several spots.
work quickly, only takes a few seconds, and stay away from the lens barrel or glass.
Have your filter wrench or rubber thingie handy and it will zip right off.
With camera at room temperature,
apply a sliver of dry ice to the filter ring in several spots.
work quickly, only takes a few seconds, and stay away from the lens barrel or glass.
Have your filter wrench or rubber thingie handy and it will zip right off.
Apr 11, 2017 06:13:34 #
Yes, some good ideas (except the WD-40) but also put a layer of tape on the filter glass. That way you can work with the lens pointed downward and you looking up... lessening the probability of debris falling into your face when/if the filter breaks and by keeping together the pieces together, might prevent a razor edge from gouging your lens.
Apr 11, 2017 06:28:54 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
mrwed wrote:
I fell with my Nikon. The UV filter was dented and cracked. I cannot remove this filter. I've tried WD-40 but, even with (Rubber coated pliers) it will not come off. Any suggestions ?
I use SenseiPRO filter wrenches, they come in different sizes and you can get them from B&H or Amazon. Wish you had not used WD-40, it could work it's way down into the internal parts of the lens which, by the way, is never good.
Apr 11, 2017 07:01:10 #
You can use talcum powder as a lubricant, then be sure to clean up the lens.
Apr 11, 2017 07:15:10 #
There are tools out there to do the job. A pro shop should have them. Putting liquids and powders on the lens could very possibly ruin the lens for they work their way inside and leak all over the internal lenses.
Apr 11, 2017 07:24:09 #
Jeffcs
Loc: Myrtle Beach South Carolina
I NEVER use any solvent or lubercant on or near camera gear that stuff seeps in places you didn't know existed and than it stops working
That said
Many above filter removal do work from rubber coated mats players and last resort is cutting the ring all done after the glass part of the filter has been removed
That said
Many above filter removal do work from rubber coated mats players and last resort is cutting the ring all done after the glass part of the filter has been removed
Apr 11, 2017 08:04:44 #
There are tools just for removing filters. Go to your local camera store and they maybe able to help. Using WD-40 is the absolute worse thing you could have done.
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