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Part#	Info	MSRP	Price	Add to Cart
51575	SENSOR SWABS Type 1 (12)	$45.00	$42.95
51576	SENSOR SWABS Type 2 (12)	$45.00	$42.95
51577	SENSOR SWABS Type 3 (12)	$45.00	$42.95
51578	Eclipse Optical Lens Cleaner - 2 ounces	$9.50	$8.95
51582	Eclipse 2 Optical Lens Cleaner - 2 ounces (specifically designed to work with the new Sony Alpha and Canon 40D/XTi Tin Oxide coated sensors)	$9.50	$8.95

Eclipse And Eclipse E2 Ship UPS Ground ONLY.

NO Next Day, No Second Day, No Three Day Select No US Postal Mail Shipments
No International Shipments.

 

SENSOR SWABS are currently recommended by Leica, Kodak and Fuji for cleaning their digital cameras.

PEC-PAD is NOT recommended for cleaning the CCD. It is not the same material used in the SENSOR SWABS. We do not approve or warranty the CCD or any camera part from any damage caused by using non-approved products.

However, some users disagree and do utilize the ECLIPSE & PEC-PADS together to clean their CCD sensor. For example, photograper Greg Scott details his experience with a Canon D60...

"I sent a Canon D60 to the shop to have it's sensor cleaned, and it came back without much improvement. Here are 100% pixels images which show my dirtiest areas after various cleaning procedures"... Read More

Fuji recommends ECLIPSE and SENSOR SWABS for cleaning their S1, S2 & S3 Digital Pro Cameras!
S1 Acrobat File (204 kb) from Fuji
S2 Acrobat File (251 kb) from Fuji

"SENSOR SWAB is recommended by LEICA CAMERA AG for cleaning the LEICA S1 CCD chip." (when used without liquid)

Read a discussion on Leica Camera's Forum: DMR SENSOR CLEANING about using ECLIPSE and SENSOR SWABS

CCD Sensor Guarantee :
Photographic Solutions, Inc. guarantees that its SENSOR SWABS and ECLIPSE products will cause no damage to the CCD or CMOS sensor when used in accordance with the instructions provided by the camera manufacturer and/or Photographic Solutions, Inc. (PSI) If it is determined that these products caused physical damage to the sensor, PSI will reimburse the camera owner for the full cost of repairs upon presentation to PSI of proof of purchase, camera manufacturer's repair invoice and the damaged sensor. Use of non-approved methods, procedures or products will void this warranty. This warranty will cover any camera whether or not that manufacture recommends our products or not and is good in any country.

Why are these SENSOR SWABS so expensive? What are they made of?
SENSOR SWABS are manufactured by hand in a clean room environment. We have not yet found a way to machine make them that will be any less expensive than they are now.

Why can’t PEC-PAD be used to make my own swab? Why is your warranty voided if a PEC-PAD is used to clean a sensor?
The swab material is NOT the same as the PEC-PAD material. PEC-PAD was never tested by us or any camera or sensor manufacturer so we do not know if it will be safe to use. We cannot be responsible for sensor damage when the PEC-PADs are handled, cut and folded by the end user. Handling the PEC-PADs will allow airborne residues to contaminate the PEC-PAD; cutting them will destroy the bonding and allow loose strands to get stuck in the sensor baffle. We have had a few reports that users have caused damaged to sensors after attempting to save a few dollars by making their own cleaning wands; we have also heard that many folks do this with success. We also know that some folks clean their sensor using a strip of adhesive tape! To each his own.

Who recommends the SENSOR SWAB?
Currently the SENSOR SWABS are officially recommended by Eastman Kodak, Leica and Fuji. We also list many individuals, well-known and not-so-well-known who endorse the SENSOR SWAB and ECLIPSE method.

Other manufacturers have varying policies regarding what materials should or should not be used.
Note: A manufacturer may choose not to publicly have their name listed for any number of reasons, usually to avoid liability if they recommend a procedure and the user causes damage. Our products are safe on ALL camera makes and models when the directions and common sense are used. Please see our Guarantee for the details.

What is the difference between Types 1, 2, and 3?
Size matters. Type 1 is 20mm in width. Type 2 is 17mm and Type 3 is 24mm.

How can I find out which SENSOR SWAB type will clean my camera?
Check out our SENSOR SWAB Compatability Chart located on the left column of this page.

Why not print this information directly on the SENSOR SWAB box?
As new cameras are introduced, this information will change – often several times per month. The info if printed on the box would become outdated often and quickly.

What about the other cleaning methods discussed on the internet and digital camera forums?
There are many other methods available for sensor cleaning and these are described and sold on the internet. Some people are willing to try and save money by using a piece of tape to clean; or by making their own re-usable hand-made swabs. Many report great success. A few do not and face repairs of $700 or more! The choice is up to each camera owner.

 

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