This 3' long Rosco #3441 Full Straw Fluorescent Tube Guard 3'is a reliable and cost-effective system for easy control of tough lighting scenarios, especially under fluorescents. In addition to the financial benefits of the sleeves, they protect against the potential disaster of glass shattering by containing the lamp within the end caps.

Rosco sleeves are constructed of a solid polycarbonate tube within which is held the specific filter. The choice of filters and combination of filters is endless; there are complete Roscolux, Cinegel, or E-Colour color filter lines, something for every venue, every photographer, and every cinematographer.

For T12 Lamps    Over 300 Colors Available    UL94HB Rated Polycarbonate    End Caps Protect from Shattered Glass    Easily Trimmed with Scissors

Available in sizes for T12, T8, and T5 fluorescent lamps

The T8 and T5 sizes contain a UV filter that minimizes fading

All standard sizes (2, 4, 5, and 8') are easily trimmed to accommodate any size lamp

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be used in place of a mic activator, such as a cloud lifter ?

A: Yes, you can use the TubeOpto instead of a Cloudlifer. The TubeOpto can be used with dynamic and condenser microphones while the Cloudlifter is specifically for use with dynamic mics. The Cloudlifer has a passive design that uses phantom power from the mic input you connecting to and can add up to 25 dB of clean gain. The TubeOpto does much more than just add clean gain since it is fully featured tube-based mic preamp. Its eight channels each have their own input and output gain controls which can add up to 70 dB of clean gain as well as additional features to shape the sound.

Q: 2. does Sony make a set of similar extension tubes for E mount? Reason: I own a set of Kenko extension tubes for my Nikon D810 and the quality is only fair.

A: No. Sony makes a couple of extension tubes for select A-mount lenses but at this time none for E-mount lenses. I have a set of Kenko DG extension tubes for Sony E-mount lenses that I use with an a7 and a Sony 90 mm f2.8 G macro lens. These tubes work well with all auto functions and EXIF data transfer preserved. They also provide a solid attachment. I also use a set of 3 Kenko extension tubes for Nikon autofocus on a d810. These tubes have also worked well or me with a strong attachment and full autofocus, aperture control and EXIF data transfer.

Q: 3. Will this work on the Misfit or only the Misfit Kick?

A: The Bright Tangerine B1235.1023 will only work on the Misfit Kick. The Bright Tangerine B1230.1006 for the Misfit is no longer available on our site.

Q: 4. Will this fit and work well on my Olympus OM-D E-M1?

A: The Olympus EX-25 Extension Tube will not work with micro 4/3 cameras such as the Olympus OM-D E-M1. This extension tube is designed to specifically be used with Olympus 4/3 DSLR cameras.

Q: 5. Will this work with a 2' quasar crossfade?

A: Considering the size of 2' Quasar Science Crossfade which is 24.5 x 1.5 x 1.5" / 62.2 x 3.8 x 3.8 cm vs. 1.8' Astera Helios Tube RGB LED Tube Light 21.6 x 1.6" / 54.9 x 4.1 which this was made for it won't fit due to 2' Quasar Science Crossfade being longer by 2.9 inches.

Q: 6. Can this be used for light painting?

A: Yes, the DigitalFoto Solution Limited P6 Full Color RGB Tube Light may be used for light painting usage needs.

Q: 7. I'm using Cubase as DAW and Fireface UC . Can I connect Art TubeOpto 8 to Fireface and control/record all to Cubase?

A: Yes you can. I recommend attaching the Art via the ADAT out optical port to the ADAT in port on the FireFace. That will send all 8 channels digitally to the FireFace for recording into Cubase.

Q: 8. What is the maximum focus distance?

A: It all depends on the lens and specific extension tube used.

Q: 9. Will the Kenko extension tubes fit in front of the Sony 1.4x or 2.0x teleconverters? The opening in the Vello tubes is to restrictive.

A: The extension tube must be placed between the camera and the TC 1.4X or 2.0X

Q: 10. Can someone at B&H check to see if this item works with the 1.4x Sony Teleconverter?

A: They will work.