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    ISCO Kiptar 100 mm f/ 2
    ISCO Kiptar 100 mm f/ 2

    ISCO Kiptar 100 mm f/ 2

    100mm · f/2

    Overview

    The ISCO Kiptar 100 mm f/2 is a vintage projection lens originally designed for CRT/X-ray use in mass TB screening, later adapted for industrial applications. Optically, it is based on a Petzval design, with later improved iterations. Build quality is typical of old German lenses, but many samples suffer from heat damage or breakage, leading some to discard them. The lens is suited for manual lens experimenters interested in unique, historical optics, though users should expect potential mechanical issues.