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Hasselblad “H” hard shell case
- Thread starter cerett
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I found this on the website:
http://products.hasselbladbron.com/Hasselblad/General-Accessories/H5D-Case-w-Foam
Unfortunately you can't order it on the website and it looks like you have to contact a dealer to order? I'd get in touch with a dealer and maybe email one of the Hasselblad representatives about it...good luck!
http://products.hasselbladbron.com/Hasselblad/General-Accessories/H5D-Case-w-Foam
Unfortunately you can't order it on the website and it looks like you have to contact a dealer to order? I'd get in touch with a dealer and maybe email one of the Hasselblad representatives about it...good luck!
ChrisLivsey
New member
Standard item in the UK Hasselblad Price List:
3043410 Hasselblad High Performance Case £265.00 ex VAT (sales tax)
Any Hasselblad dealer can order or may have stock.
3043410 Hasselblad High Performance Case £265.00 ex VAT (sales tax)
Any Hasselblad dealer can order or may have stock.
dave.gt
Well-known member
Yes, that is the way to get one, I recall seeing it on the Capture Integration website.
I would love one!!!
But IIRC, it is the Pelican 1550 or a smaller case minus branding. I will probably just get the 1550 or similar case, however it will not be as cool as having the big H branding!
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kdphotography
Well-known member
I bet www.mycasebuilder.com would work
GetDPI thread here: https://www.getdpi.com/forum/medium...ase-foam-design.html?highlight=phase+foam+cut
GetDPI thread here: https://www.getdpi.com/forum/medium...ase-foam-design.html?highlight=phase+foam+cut
dave.gt
Well-known member
Wow, you are so right! Thanks, Ken!
bab
Active member
Not the right kinda foam and as of three months ago no hasselblad templates
dave.gt
Well-known member
OK,
I went to the MCB site and I am impressed. Thanks again, Ken. I now have more questions about the foam. I have no idea which foam in in the Hasselblad case, but the MCB site gives the option of polyurethane or polyethylene.
For a delicate DSLR, which foam is preferred? I have read that the pluck and pick type foam degrades and causes a problem. What is the time frame for degradation and having to deal with particles on one's gear? If it is ok for a few years, a replacement foam is not that expensive. But if it starts out that way, how big of a problem is it?
Anyone with experience in their own foam selection?
I went to the MCB site and I am impressed. Thanks again, Ken. I now have more questions about the foam. I have no idea which foam in in the Hasselblad case, but the MCB site gives the option of polyurethane or polyethylene.
For a delicate DSLR, which foam is preferred? I have read that the pluck and pick type foam degrades and causes a problem. What is the time frame for degradation and having to deal with particles on one's gear? If it is ok for a few years, a replacement foam is not that expensive. But if it starts out that way, how big of a problem is it?
Anyone with experience in their own foam selection?
My Case builder site gives the option of polyethylene or polyurethane.
They say Polyethylene is: good for objects that can absorb a modest amount of shock without being damaged (example: electric drill).
Polyethylene makes quality foams, though expensive. It is rougher, but I don't think it will scratch equipment. So, if your case gets dropped, the lenses are being dropped too, but not as hard.
They say Polyurethane is:
* Good for more delicate objects that may break on modest impact (example: crystal stemware).
* Good for irregularly-shaped objects (example: digital SLR camera).
I have had my Pelican case with the pick and pluck foam in it for about 10 years. It is still intact and does not get onto the equipment.
Polyurethane foam is notorious for turning into goo and / or powder after a while, also apparently releasing Volatile organic compounds (VOC's) in the process. It can completely destroy the items, such as expensive optics, it was originally intended to protect. And it can disintegrate rather suddenly.
I've had the same experience discussed above with the gray open-cell foam used in old cases - it deteriorates and turns to sticky gritty dust after 10 or 15 years - a mess to get off things.
Ozone is pretty much everywhere and it is a very potent oxidizer. It is generated in quite large quantities in sunny cities and forms an oxidizing smog. In areas of high ozone concentration, such as Phoenix, Los Angeles and Vancouver, foam stuff dies quickly. If you live in a city that has low sunshine hours, the foam will last for quite a while.
I think you are good with Polyurethane as long as you check it, and replace it every 10 years or so.
--Steve.
They say Polyethylene is: good for objects that can absorb a modest amount of shock without being damaged (example: electric drill).
Polyethylene makes quality foams, though expensive. It is rougher, but I don't think it will scratch equipment. So, if your case gets dropped, the lenses are being dropped too, but not as hard.
They say Polyurethane is:
* Good for more delicate objects that may break on modest impact (example: crystal stemware).
* Good for irregularly-shaped objects (example: digital SLR camera).
I have had my Pelican case with the pick and pluck foam in it for about 10 years. It is still intact and does not get onto the equipment.
Polyurethane foam is notorious for turning into goo and / or powder after a while, also apparently releasing Volatile organic compounds (VOC's) in the process. It can completely destroy the items, such as expensive optics, it was originally intended to protect. And it can disintegrate rather suddenly.
I've had the same experience discussed above with the gray open-cell foam used in old cases - it deteriorates and turns to sticky gritty dust after 10 or 15 years - a mess to get off things.
Ozone is pretty much everywhere and it is a very potent oxidizer. It is generated in quite large quantities in sunny cities and forms an oxidizing smog. In areas of high ozone concentration, such as Phoenix, Los Angeles and Vancouver, foam stuff dies quickly. If you live in a city that has low sunshine hours, the foam will last for quite a while.
I think you are good with Polyurethane as long as you check it, and replace it every 10 years or so.
--Steve.
dave.gt
Well-known member
Thanks, Steve,
It appears that polyurethane is the way to go... with a replacement every five years. I am good with that!
dave.gt
Well-known member
Following up on the custom case template... does anyone have a picture they would like to share shwing their hard case with camera/lens/batteries, etc. in place? What does one do with battery charger/cables/misc. items?Thanks, Steve,
It appears that polyurethane is the way to go... with a replacement every five years. I am good with that!
1510LFC Protector - Travel Case | Laptop Case | Pelican Professional
The Pelican 1510 case offers a laptop option which has storage in the lid and appears to be adequate for all the other stuff one needs. Or am I mistaken?
dave.gt
Well-known member
Just wondering if you have an update for this thread. After going through everything I could find about a custom case alternative, I have decided that this case is the one I would prefer for my use. It is actually cheaper than a Billingham Hadley Pro Large bag!
https://www.google.com/search?q=bhp...&ved=0ahUKEwiFyfqKp9DUAhXDYiYKHUM3CusQgTYIpAU