The Beseler 45MXT is the latest in a series of 45M enlargers that Beseler has been manufacturing and continuously improving for more than half a century. The triangular truss reinforced, twin-girder frame provides a rock-steady foundation for this classic enlarging system, enabling it to produce tack-sharp prints from 35mm film larger than 16 x 20" on the optional baseboard (+ 17-1/2 x 22"), up to 25-1/2 x 38-1/2" on an Adjus-Table and even larger images via wall projection. A neoprene light seal in the upper negative stage virtually eliminate stray light leakage in the darkroom.

From the onset, the 45MXT has always been a modular system, so virtually every component and accessory that fits the current enlarger will also fit every 45M enlarger manufactured since 1953. Thus the long term retained value of every Beseler 45M enlarger is enhanced by its non-obsolescence design.

Included with this item is the enlarger chassis, focusing stage, and lens stage. A baseboard, lightsource, lens, lensboard, and negative carriers are not included.

Rugged twin girder frame with triangular truss reinforcement.

The 45MXT chassis can be configured in a variety of different modes. It accommodates the Condenser Lightsource (No.8121/120v & 8123/230v), the 45S Dual-Dichro Colorhead (No.8278/120v & 8279/230v) and the 8 x 10" Coldlight Conversion Kit (No.8350

Motorized "Up/Down" switch with Micro Adjustment control on chassis.

Perspective adjustment: Projection assembly swivels front-rear

Lens stage tilts left-right

Accepts 3 lens all metal turret or individual snap-in metal lensboards

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can a enlarger timer be hooked up to this kind of enlarger?

A: Absolutely. Just plug the timer into your AC outlet and plug the enlarger into the timer.

Q: 2. I noticed in the item description that the lens is ''pre-mounted''. Does this mean that the lens is not removable?

A: you can change ti, you only unscrew the lens

Q: 3. this is a color enlarger correct?

A: Yes, it could be used for color prints.

Q: 4. How does it move up and down? Do you manually move it and then lock it with the knob?

A: The Beseler Cadet II Enlarger with Lens Kit has a manual counter-balanced elevation system, with a screw-knob lock to keep it in place.

Q: 5. can this developer be used for black and white film?

A: It certainly can. I use it with my photography students, we work only with black and white film.

Q: 6. Can you add a red filter to the path so you can position the paper without exposing it or is this model not equipped to add anything to it? (I'm a beginner)

A: There is a filter drawer on this enlarger.

Q: 7. This is the perfect enlarger for me! I also want to experiment on 120 medium format film (6x6cm negatives), but noticed that the only negative carriers for this film are made for Beseler 67 & 35 Series Printmaker Enlargers. Would 67 & 35 series negative carrier fit in this enlarger?

A: Hi, Paris ! .... It will not accept anything but 35mm negative carrier. This is a bare bones system , and the lens you would also need, may not fit!!! It is what I use to make my contact proof 35mm... You could however use it for the same purpose with 120 with and 8x10 120 proofing easel. Hope that helps.

Q: 8. I know the description says this enlarger can do up to 8x10 enlargements but was wondering if you could go as big as 8 1/2 x 12 1/2 enlargements?

A: It is designed for 8x10". You might be able to get a little more your results may vary.

Q: 9. Does it come with a timer?

A: No, a timer is an additional accessory. Click the link below to view the timers; https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?q=darkroom%20timer&sort=PRICE_LOW_TO_HIGH&filters=fct_price%3A138..500

Q: 10. can it work also with 220volts?

A: The Beseler Cadet II Enlarger #3502E can be purchased from B&H with a 220 cord. The enlarger will require a 75w/240v bulb:"Lamps Premium ES Screw Enlarger Lamp, PH-1400 240v 75w"