Switching from Paul C Buff lights to any light brand that uses the Bowens mount means either buying new light modifiers or converting existing modifiers. The less expensive approach is a mount change. In this case, the Buff light modifiers offer the ability to remove the Balcar flange and replace it with a Bowens flange. In this video, you will see how to do it.
It’s possible that the size will be slightly too small for the Buff modifier. If it is, I recommend using washers to fill the gap and make the mount strong. Otherwise, there is a risk of disconnection.
Beth
25 Dec 2018Hi Scott,
Appreciate your info on switching from Balcar to Bowens. What would you suggest be used for a PCB 22″ beauty dish and a bowens mount?
Scott
26 Dec 2018If it’s a Buff modifier then the mounting system would be the same as what I shared in the video. So you can use the same conversion product I shared as well.
Bangkok Bob
28 Feb 2020The PCB Beauty Dish does NOT have the flange like the softbox; the flange is basically part of the beauty dish. I’m also looking for that solution myself. Thanks for the video on the softbox conversion – I’m following in your footsteps!
Andraz
10 May 2020Great! Thanks for sharing!