Rick Olson
5-Jan-2007, 16:23
Hello ...
I am looking to purchase a 7 x 17 camera this year and thinking about the options required for the film. I have been reading over information on processing in both trays and roller drums, and while I plan to try both, I am leaning towards roller processing due to limited space in my home and difficulty in having completely dark space. Based on the size requirements for the film, I am looking for the make and model numbers (if any) for the drums required. It's hard to assess the size of drums when looking at images on eBay and most people do not state the length so that I know the film will fit. I am looking to get some firm data on the drums you folks are using to process 7 x 17 film. I think I read that Sandy King uses a drum that allows for two sheets of 7 x 17 to be loaded. What make and model drum would this be? (thanks, Sandy!). Also, will the drums suggested allow full daylight processing of all steps? Finally, what type of motorized roller base will be best for the size of the drum? Do these require a variable speed for processing or does this matter?
Even though I don't have the camera yet. I want to put in place all of my darkroom needs in advance as I see stuff come up used on the web.
Thanks,
Rick
I am looking to purchase a 7 x 17 camera this year and thinking about the options required for the film. I have been reading over information on processing in both trays and roller drums, and while I plan to try both, I am leaning towards roller processing due to limited space in my home and difficulty in having completely dark space. Based on the size requirements for the film, I am looking for the make and model numbers (if any) for the drums required. It's hard to assess the size of drums when looking at images on eBay and most people do not state the length so that I know the film will fit. I am looking to get some firm data on the drums you folks are using to process 7 x 17 film. I think I read that Sandy King uses a drum that allows for two sheets of 7 x 17 to be loaded. What make and model drum would this be? (thanks, Sandy!). Also, will the drums suggested allow full daylight processing of all steps? Finally, what type of motorized roller base will be best for the size of the drum? Do these require a variable speed for processing or does this matter?
Even though I don't have the camera yet. I want to put in place all of my darkroom needs in advance as I see stuff come up used on the web.
Thanks,
Rick