Essentially, the ProLab D6 was a deluxe version of the D2, although, once again, there were differences in the chassis construction. It was an XL chassis equipped with a three-lens turret, micro focus attachment, masking attachment, and the triple condenser Zoom lamphouse, which had an external knob to adjust the third condenser, eliminating the need for separate condenser sets, or manually moving the third condenser as with the DV lamphouse. The D6 also came equipped with an extended bellows, eliminating the need for a variety of lens cones for different focal length lenses. With so many convenience features, it was very much the "Cadillac" of enlargers.
When the D2 was discontinued in the mid 1970's, the D6 chassis went with it, along with the zoom condenser lamphouse. But the D6 immediately resurfaced as the Super D6 ProLab enlarger, now based on the D5XL. However, in this case, there was no difference at all in the chassis. The Super D6 was simply a D5XL that came with the turret, masking and micro focus attachments that were optional for the D5. Therefore, for the listings for the Super D6, please refer to the D5 page.
It's interesting that Omega went from the single column construction in the D5 to the double column construction in the D6. Does someone know the reason for this?
Also, it doesn't sound like the D6 came in a standard size; only the XL size.
The D5 actually does have a double column. It looks like a single column because there is a piece of sheet metal that bridges the gap between the two struts in the D5 (it is just taped on w/ foam double-sided tape so it does not add anything structural support - it is for looks only).
As far as I know the D6 only came with the XL column. The D5 was available with a short column, but they seem to be really rare (over 90% of the D5 enlargers that you see for sale have the XL column which makes me think that the short column was either a really unpopular option or it that was dropped as an option shortly after the D5 was introduced)
I located and purchased a D6 XL a year ago. Wonderful piece of engineering.
Mine was Mint condition, with the LED timer, with two schneider lenses, condensor head ... $175. The XL easily goes 20x24.
Hi gang - Just got a D6 (XL I think) myself, here in Sydney, modified my bench to fit it, got the base levelled, but have no idea how to go about aligning the top. Not finding much in websearching. Anyone know where I can find instructions on how to do this, or even better, someone in Sydney who can help me with advice? Also came with a Dichroic head but that is the wrong voltage for Australia. Anyone local know where I can get the right voltage unit, for running it on 240V? Many thanks. PB.
Hi gang - Just got a D6 (XL I think) myself, here in Sydney, modified my bench to fit it, got the base levelled, but have no idea how to go about aligning the top. Not finding much in websearching. Anyone know where I can find instructions on how to do this, or even better, someone in Sydney who can help me with advice? Also came with a Dichroic head but that is the wrong voltage for Australia. Anyone local know where I can get the right voltage unit, for running it on 240V? Many thanks. PB.
This manual might help (even if it does say D3 and D5).
Thanks fellas - I'll study these and get the screwdriver out, between highlights of the Winter Olympics. I just love the internet - put a question in a few hours ago and people I don't know step up to help. What a great thing! Best of the day to you both - from where it's still warm. PB
Thanks for the manuals - they helped, but in the end, I realised it's common sense and a spirit level, so I have lined it all up by eye and bubble. We'll see how the prints look. Still interested in hearing from anyone in Sydney who knows the finer details about these monsters, and any hints on the voltage converter I need. Much appreciate the help already received. PB
I have a Omega 3 in 1 power supply in 240V. When I move to Canada, it is 110V. I use step down transformer to 11oV and try, it blow out all my bulbs. Inorder to slove problem, I bought another power supply 110V from *bay. Hope you don't have this problem.
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