Flexnib
20-Feb-2007, 22:39
Hello Group,
I am in the process of developing my first 4x5 negatives using a Unicolor drum and motor. From past threads it seems that 250-300ml of developer will be what I use. My developer of choice is either D76 or HC110. With D76 1:1 it says to use 473ml to develope 80 sq. inches of film. I assume that 4 sheets of 4x5 is 80 sq.inches of film but the drum only calls for 250-300 total ml. What problems will arise if I use 150ml of developer to 150ml of water? I know that with the HC110 3ml per roll works so I should have no problem since 1 roll of 35mm should equal 4 sheets of 4x5. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also any dilutions that you have used in the past.
Thanks from a greatful beginner.
Arthur, NYC
I am in the process of developing my first 4x5 negatives using a Unicolor drum and motor. From past threads it seems that 250-300ml of developer will be what I use. My developer of choice is either D76 or HC110. With D76 1:1 it says to use 473ml to develope 80 sq. inches of film. I assume that 4 sheets of 4x5 is 80 sq.inches of film but the drum only calls for 250-300 total ml. What problems will arise if I use 150ml of developer to 150ml of water? I know that with the HC110 3ml per roll works so I should have no problem since 1 roll of 35mm should equal 4 sheets of 4x5. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also any dilutions that you have used in the past.
Thanks from a greatful beginner.
Arthur, NYC