# Diffuser for DIY scan light source

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**Category:** Digital Camera Scanning\
**Created:** [September 5, 2020, 2:13am UTC](https://forums.negativelabpro.com/t/diffuser-for-diy-scan-light-source/2402 "2020-09-05T02:13:12Z")\
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**Post date:** [March 28, 2022, 7:59am UTC](https://forums.negativelabpro.com/t/diffuser-for-diy-scan-light-source/2402/12 "2022-03-28T07:59:33Z")

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This is the lighting setup I use when capturing 4x5 black and white negatives. (1x2 multiple captures).  
I use a 3mm thick acrylic plastic sheet.  
Although you can’t see it in this photo, I put a rubber pad between the acrylic plastic sheet and the LED panel.  
I use 2 pieces of Tru Vue museum glass.  
When I scan, I turn off all lights in the room. Also, I scan 4x5 films with a large black mask.

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