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rollei8is

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Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« on: December 29, 2024, 06:51:14 am »
I have several B&W, Heliopan , circular filters where it is becoming very difficulty to rotate, I am sure oil is not an option, how else can I free them.
They range from 77mm, 95mm,105mm, and 122mm.
Thanks.
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francois

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Re: Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« Reply #1 on: January 11, 2025, 05:59:13 am »
No idea but oil is not the solution. Have you tried some low heat like with a hair dryer?
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Re: Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« Reply #2 on: January 16, 2025, 09:14:19 am »
Somebody suggested GRAPHITE powder. Where to procure the fine kind?
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Re: Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« Reply #3 on: January 18, 2025, 09:14:37 pm »
Have you tried a silicone spray lubricant?
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Re: Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« Reply #4 on: January 27, 2025, 04:52:11 am »
Quote from: rollei8is on January 16, 2025, 09:14:19 am
Somebody suggested GRAPHITE powder. Where to procure the fine kind?

Amazon or local shop…
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Re: Circular Polarizer does not rotate freely.
« Reply #5 on: January 29, 2025, 07:14:42 pm »
unfortunately we have all had the issues with those brands even though they are high rated the graphite powder might work or also white grease but I can assure you that it won't fix the issue for long. Best thing to do is buy another filter my suggestion is to buy a filter holder that contains a circular pole and also hold ND's
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