Rosco #42 Deep Salmon Fluorescent T12 Sleeve 48"are an efficient and comparably inexpensive way to control fluorescent lighting - the most difficult lighting to shoot under. In addition to color temperature control, sleeves give you the freedom to create many interesting colors and effects. Another major advantage of sleeves is that they help protect against potential lamp breakage by minimizing the dangers of shattered glass.

These polycarbonate tubes feature the specific color effect inserted inside the tube. These filters are available in many colors and sizes.

Polycarbonate Tube    More Than 300 Colors Available    Controls Color of Fluorescent Lighting

Includes two End Caps - Maintains lamp position and guards against shattered glass

T8 and T5 include a UV filter which allows less than 10% transmission below 390 nanometers. This prevents premature color fading and protection from harmful UV rays

Standard lengths for 2', 4', 5' and 8' lamps

Can easily be cut to custom lengths with scissors

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will these fit Quasar Science Q50X LED tubes?

A: Yes this filter is compatible with 4 ft tubes like the Q50X.

Q: 2. Do you have red filters for use in a photo darkroom?

A: We do have safe lights, but this particular Rosco is just a red filter. Here is a link to the safe lights. https://bhpho.to/3v89GMa

Q: 3. Where can I buy replacement rods?

A: Replacement rods would be available through Godox directly. You may e-mail them to servicesupport@godox.com

Q: 4. What percentage of light does it cut (reduce)?

A: The light loss would be about 50% or 1/2 a stop

Q: 5. what is the size?

A: This Rosco Fluorescent Lighting Sleeve/Tube Guard is for T12 tubes which have a circumference of 12cm and a diameter of 38mm (1.5"). The sleeve is 1.2 meters or 4' long.

Q: 6. What are the collapsed dimensions of this diffuser? Would it be able to pack into a standard light stand bag?

A: The Box Dimensions are (LxWxH) 39 x 11 x 0.2", so the product would be slighlty shorter.

Q: 7. Is cinebounce waterproff?

A: The Rosco Fluorescent Lighting Sleeve/Tube Guard are not considered waterproof.

Q: 8. does it work on westcott fj400?

A: Yes it will

Q: 9. Is this a good fit when used with a speed light or should I use the smaller one?

A: This softbox would be a bit too large for a speed light. The size down from it, the Godox P90L Parabolic Softbox with Bowens Mounting (35.4") BH # GOP90L along with the Godox S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Bowens, BH # GOSZ1 is best. https://bhpho.to/35dwCPF https://bhpho.to/2ULjWYN

Q: 10. Are these safe for darkroom use?

A: Despite this filter being the same hue of red as a darkroom safelight, it is not recommend for use as such.