Federal Enlarger Model 40 Photographic Darkroom Enlarger

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Federal Enlarger Model 40 Photographic Darkroom Enlarger 📦 Item Description Up for auction is a vintage Federal photographic darkroom enlarger mounted on a freestanding floor pedestal base. The enlarger features an adjustable vertical column, enlarger head, bellows assembly, projection system, and large metal work platform. The unit appears to be a traditional darkroom enlarger used for producing photographic prints from film negatives. The enlarger retains its original Federal identification badge and includes several adjustment controls visible on the support column. This lot may be of interest to photographers, photography studios, collectors, museums, educational institutions, darkroom enthusiasts, and vintage photographic equipment restorers. 🔍 What It Is Used For Federal Photographic Enlarger Traditional black-and-white photographic printing Film negative enlargement Darkroom photographic processing Fine art photography production Photography education and training Vintage photographic restoration projects Film-based image reproduction Archival photographic work 🔍 Features Federal Enlarger Freestanding floor-mounted design Adjustable vertical support column Enlarger projection head Bellows focusing assembly Large metal base/work table Cast-metal construction Manual adjustment controls Vintage industrial design Photographic negative enlargement system Column-mounted positioning mechanism Multiple hand-wheel adjustment controls Original Federal nameplate present 🏷 Specifications Enlarger Brand: Federal Equipment Type: Photographic Enlarger Model: 40 Configuration: Floor Standing Construction: Metal and Cast Components Mounting Style: Pedestal Mounted Color: Brown/Gray Finish Visible Identification Manufacturer: Federal Model: 40 Components Observed Enlarger head assembly Bellows section Projection housing Vertical support column Adjustment wheels/hand cranks Large metal base platform 📏 Approximate Dimensions Enlarger Assembly Width: Approximately 30 in. Depth: Approximately 36 in. Height: Approximately 72–78 in. Base Platform Width: Approximately 30 in. Depth: Approximately 36 in. ⚠️ Condition Notes Item shows signs of age and previous use including dust accumulation, surface oxidation, rust, finish wear, scratches, scuffs, discoloration, and general cosmetic wear consistent with long-term storage and use. The enlarger appears to be an older photographic darkroom unit. Operational condition has not been tested. Functionality of the electrical components, lighting system, lens assembly, focusing mechanism, negative carrier, adjustment controls, bellows, column travel mechanisms, and associated components is unknown. 📞 Point of Contact Luke Sweeney @ lsweeney@paturnpike.com 717-454-9638 (Mon-Fri, 8am-2pm) Matthew Boyer @ mboyer@paturnpike.com 717-903-2673 (Mon-Fri, 8am-2pm) 🚚 Removal Information ⚠️ REMOVAL DATE FOR ALL ASSETS ⚠️ September 11th, 2026 | 9:00 AM EST – 2:00 PM EST 🚨 IMPORTANT RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION NOTICE 🚨 THE PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION ACQUIRED THIS ASSET THROUGH A RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION AND IS OFFERING IT FOR SALE AS-IS, WHERE-IS. THE ASSET WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY OWNED, OPERATED, OR MAINTAINED BY THE PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION. NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, MAINTENANCE RECORDS, MILEAGE, SERVICE HISTORY, OWNERSHIP HISTORY, OR OPERATIONAL DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE BEYOND WHAT IS PROVIDED IN THIS LISTING. ALL INFORMATION PRESENTED IS BASED SOLELY ON VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE ASSET AND IDENTIFICATION OF VISIBLE COMPONENTS, LABELS, AND MARKINGS.