Densitometer Recommendations

[Robert Budding]

I used to borrow a friend's Heiland densitometer, but unfortunately it has disappeared. So now I'm looking for a densitometer to test B&W film. I just need straight transmission readings - nothing as fancy as BTZS. What do people here recommend?

[lenser]

I have a Speedmaster T-85D that is for sale. I can't tell you much about it since I got it as part of a huge darkroom deal earlier this year and don't know how to use it. I wanted all the other stuf and this came as part of the set up.

It is in near mint condition and everything that I can work with turns on and operates including the foot switch.

[Peter De Smidt]

I use an X-rite color densitometer. The R, G, B channels can be useful for stained negatives.

[Robert Budding]

I have a Speedmaster T-85D that is for sale. I can't tell you much about it since I got it as part of a huge darkroom deal earlier this year and don't know how to use it. I wanted all the other stuf and this came as part of the set up.

It is in near mint condition and everything that I can work with turns on and operates including the foot switch.

I'd only be interested if I could find a manual for it.

[lenser]

I don't currently have one, but I'll see if I can find one on line or from Calumet.

[Robert Budding]

I've decided to buy an RH designs Analyzer Pro instead of a dedicated densitometer.

[EOTS]

I use an X-rite color densitometer. The R, G, B channels can be useful for stained negatives.

Hi Peter!
Also looking for an X-rite to be usable for stained stuff ...

Which color meter model do you use successfully for this task?

There seem to be multiple models:
http://www.xrite.com/product_overview.aspx?ID=157
http://www.xrite.com/custom_page.aspx?PageID=137

Thanks,
Martin

[EOTS]

Uh-oh damn it!
That stuff is about 10 times more expensive than I expected *gg*
http://geizhals.at/eu/90415982

[Peter De Smidt]

Sorry, I didn't see the question until just now. I use an 811. Mine was free from a lab that closed down. I also have a UV densitometer which is better for the UV sensitive alt processes.

[EOTS]

Sorry, I didn't see the question until just now. I use an 811. Mine was free from a lab that closed down. I also have a UV densitometer which is better for the UV sensitive alt processes.

Thanks Peter!

In case I look out for a used X-rite, should I be careful to get a CD or other accessories?
Or are they "standalone" devices?

Best,
Martin