Detailed Information Request

**Kerrowdown** · 12-21-2016, 03:33 AM - **1 Like**

Good morning, I wonder would it be possible to obtain some dimensional drawings for an older lens (SMC PENTAX 1:4.5 500mm Serial 6542936)?

As I'm currently trying to get a set covers made by LensCoat in Freehold New Jersey 07728.

At the moment the only method would seem to be, to actually send the lens to them, all 3.5kgs of it all the way from the Highlands of Scotland.

Any help would be appreciated.

Many thanks.

**Kerrowdown** · 01-09-2017, 04:16 PM

Oh dear no response... it looks like I need a plan B, Pentax Europe were unable to help either.

**monochrome** · 01-09-2017, 04:22 PM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

Oh dear no response... it looks like I need a plan B, Pentax Europe were unable to help either.

Ask Lenscoat if they can 3D Scan a 500/4.5 locally anywhere in the USA. or maybe a USA member would volunteer to ship a local copy.

**Kerrowdown** · 01-09-2017, 04:28 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

Ask LensCoat if they can 3D Scan a 500/4.5 locally anywhere in the USA

I emailed LensCoat and this was their reply concerning this lens... "However it is not a lens that we have so we would need you to send your lens to us for us to work with while making the LensCoat"

But your suggestions worth a try, thanks.

DeadJohn · 01-09-2017, 05:21 PM

Try searching for a company with a 3d scanner near you. I have no idea what they'll charge. Lenscoat should be able to work from those measurements.

**lithedreamer** · 01-09-2017, 08:00 PM

Originally posted by DeadJohn

Try searching for a company with a 3d scanner near you. I have no idea what they'll charge. Lenscoat should be able to work from those measurements.

Adding on to this suggestion, look for a makerspace or hackerspace or a larger public library. They often have 3D printers available for free or a small fee.

DeadJohn · 01-09-2017, 08:54 PM

Originally posted by lithedreamer

Adding on to this suggestion, look for a makerspace or hackerspace or a larger public library. They often have 3D printers available for free or a small fee.

Yeah, that. I was stuck in last year's thinking. Lots of libraries have 3d printing services now.

Kerrowdown's locale might still be using dot matrix. Mods, that's just a joke and I don't intend to start a geopolitical battle

Last edited by DeadJohn; 01-09-2017 at 08:55 PM. Reason: errant apostrophe

ccc_ · 01-09-2017, 09:35 PM

you might see if a dive shop or an upholsterer could stitch up a set of neoprene tubes that would cover your lens

if it's just camouflage not protection some folks are using stretch bandage/gun wrap to cover their glass

if the lens is in the database you may be able to translate an image and dimensions into something lens coat could use
barring some tapering of the tubes that might work

sorry...just spitballing here

12-21-2016, 03:33 AM - 1 Like	#1
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867	Detailed Information Request Good morning, I wonder would it be possible to obtain some dimensional drawings for an older lens (SMC PENTAX 1:4.5 500mm Serial 6542936)? As I'm currently trying to get a set covers made by LensCoat in Freehold New Jersey 07728. At the moment the only method would seem to be, to actually send the lens to them, all 3.5kgs of it all the way from the Highlands of Scotland. Any help would be appreciated. Many thanks.

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01-09-2017, 04:16 PM	#2
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867 Original Poster	Oh dear no response... it looks like I need a plan B, Pentax Europe were unable to help either.

01-09-2017, 04:22 PM	#3
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Kerrowdown Oh dear no response... it looks like I need a plan B, Pentax Europe were unable to help either. Ask Lenscoat if they can 3D Scan a 500/4.5 locally anywhere in the USA. or maybe a USA member would volunteer to ship a local copy.

01-09-2017, 04:28 PM	#4
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867 Original Poster	Originally posted by monochrome Ask LensCoat if they can 3D Scan a 500/4.5 locally anywhere in the USA I emailed LensCoat and this was their reply concerning this lens... "However it is not a lens that we have so we would need you to send your lens to us for us to work with while making the LensCoat" But your suggestions worth a try, thanks.

01-09-2017, 05:21 PM	#5
DeadJohn Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York Posts: 4,834	Try searching for a company with a 3d scanner near you. I have no idea what they'll charge. Lenscoat should be able to work from those measurements.

01-09-2017, 08:00 PM	#6
lithedreamer Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,799	Originally posted by DeadJohn Try searching for a company with a 3d scanner near you. I have no idea what they'll charge. Lenscoat should be able to work from those measurements. Adding on to this suggestion, look for a makerspace or hackerspace or a larger public library. They often have 3D printers available for free or a small fee.

01-09-2017, 08:54 PM	#7
DeadJohn Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York Posts: 4,834	Originally posted by lithedreamer Adding on to this suggestion, look for a makerspace or hackerspace or a larger public library. They often have 3D printers available for free or a small fee. Yeah, that. I was stuck in last year's thinking. Lots of libraries have 3d printing services now. Kerrowdown's locale might still be using dot matrix. Mods, that's just a joke and I don't intend to start a geopolitical battle Last edited by DeadJohn; 01-09-2017 at 08:55 PM. Reason: errant apostrophe

01-09-2017, 09:35 PM	#8
ccc_ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,400	you might see if a dive shop or an upholsterer could stitch up a set of neoprene tubes that would cover your lens if it's just camouflage not protection some folks are using stretch bandage/gun wrap to cover their glass if the lens is in the database you may be able to translate an image and dimensions into something lens coat could use barring some tapering of the tubes that might work sorry...just spitballing here