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Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images
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Brian Bullen
Whatever the reason I don’t think it’s fair to criticize someone for doing something they enjoy and is also harmless to you.
The reasons you mentioned are certainly valid. And given the time and effort I put into trying to make x-ray film work for me, rest assured that I know from first-hand experience how they work and what the appeal of the material is - I recognize everything you said (well, almost)!
But...I see many people who are experimenting with this kind of film in the apparent expectation that it's a substitute for regular photographic film. But it really isn't. In its tonal reproduction, it is fundamentally *impossible* to make x-ray film do the same thing as even a low-cost, archaic-technology film like Fomapan 100. Anyone on that path may find themselves spending a lot of time, and ultimately also quite a bit of money, on something that just will never do what they hope it will do.
And yes, they may end up with something they like nonetheless and be content with that. On the other hand, I'm sure that several people who posted in this thread and even more who've read (parts of) it ultimately turned away from x-ray film in mild disappointment and either moved on to regular film, or just abandoned the format they intended to shoot on altogether.
So while I respect and agree with your view, I do feel that whenever someone who is new to the trade expresses interest in x-ray film, someone should give them a fair warning of what they should NOT expect from it. Speaking from my own experience, even though I'm plenty stubborn enough to have tried it anyway (I would!), I sure would have appreciated it if the many blogs and posts that waxed lyrical about this nearly-free alternative to real film would have been a bit more nuanced.
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NOBODY on this forum in the X-Ray thread EVER promised a DAMN thing
I shoot all kinds of film
I really like ancient film as I love to experiment
My oldest glass plates give me great joy, I think the plates are 125 years old and still work!
Many here are NOT DAMN EXPERTS and don't give a shit what the self proclaimed experts say
WE have several 'esteemed' members who NEVER post an image of their masterpieces, wtf
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...95795724_z.jpgGlass Plate Box by TIN CAN COLLEGE, on Flickr
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Tin Can
NOBODY on this forum in the X-Ray thread EVER promised a DAMN thing
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WE have several 'esteemed' members who NEVER post an image of their masterpieces, wtf
Nobody said anyone promised anything.
And so what who considers whom esteemed and whether people, esteemed or otherwise, post images?
Why the aggravation? I just expressed my opinion and experience. Apparently you don't like it; that says something about you, not about what I said.
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Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images
no problem
some of us like X-Ray
you don't
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Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images
Understood. Enjoyment is ultimately what this is about and that is a valid enough reason to try/use x-ray film. It also makes sense if the specific characteristics of x-ray films are what one is after.
On the other hand, if the motivation is simply to circumvent the cost of large format film some criticism is healthy. It is a misguided pursuit. If the cost of large format film is prohibitive the photographer would be far better off using medium format film (whether on a large or medium format camera) than with x-ray sheet film. The other point is that if one is nevertheless determined to experiment with x-ray film in an attempt to save money, despite insurmountable differences in spectral sensitization etc., at the very least more appropriate processing should be considered. Things like dilute general purpose developers, reduced agitation/stand etc. just aren’t going to do much of anything to help.
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Brian Bullen
Some of us are interested in experimenting, some can’t afford the cost of a box of ilford 8x10 or the like and shoot as much as we like. 500 sheets of X-ray is about the same as 1 box of 25 sheets of ilford fp4. Not to mention the high contrast of x-ray works beautifully with alternative processes and also has a different look than modern film. Whatever the reason I don’t think it’s fair to criticize someone for doing something they enjoy and is also harmless to you.
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Perhaps experts worry X-Ray will dilute real film usage
Our oldest member prefers Orthochromatic, for several reasons
He has been using it since the 1930's
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No, it's not a sub for regular films...but neither is Ilford Ortho, or those Lane glass plates. They stand on their own for what they are and what they can do. I simply use xray film for it's orthochromatic characteristics. It's lovely that I can get it in 14x17...for cheap! It makes great alt prints. I prefer double-sided green. Also, my senior photo students use it in their big box pinhole cameras! :D
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Koraks and Michael R, it’s true that x-ray film is not a substitute for panchromatic film. We might be coming at this from different perspectives, I have been shooting with film since the 80’s and although that’s not as long as others here it’s a fair amount of time. Everything from 11x14 on down so I knew what I was getting into with x-ray. People who are newer to large format or film photography in general might not understand the differences, it does seem that most forums and blogs clearly state that it’s orthochromatic, scratches easily, double sided and more contrasty. I chose X-ray in 8x10 and larger for several reasons, I love the look but I love the price even more. I can afford regular film and shoot that as well, especially in smaller formats. If someone can not afford a box of 25sheets of ilford or tmax but would like to try large format I would totally recommend $40 for 100 sheets of film, I would also suggest they do their research. As far as standard developers diluted or otherwise is perfectly fine, any developer chosen can work and work well, that’s why people should learn and experiment to find what works best for them. I’ve used coffee, d-76, pyrocat and others all with great results and I’m happy I did.
Is it the right choice for everyone, no way! Is it ok to try new things, learn and grow, hell yes. Let everyone decide their own path. Discouragement is not a productive way forward.
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Brian Bullen
Discouragement is not a productive way forward.
My point exactly. Which is why I press my point. If it's clear up front to someone what they're getting into, the chances that it's something they're actually looking for are higher. That's managing expectations, not discouragement! It's great that you knew what you were getting into. I bet most people who try xray film for the first time don't and expect something that's a cheaper but nearly equivalent alternative to regular film. If you love it for what it is, that's great. And indeed, I don't, but that doesn't mean the next person should feel the same way. Obviously!
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Only recently has the X-Ray thread been attacked for not being perfect
Nobody ever used any film perfectly the first go
Soon X-Ray will be gone
Cool it please
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koraks
My point exactly. Which is why I press my point. If it's clear up front to someone what they're getting into, the chances that it's something they're actually looking for are higher. That's managing expectations, not discouragement! It's great that you knew what you were getting into. I bet most people who try xray film for the first time don't and expect something that's a cheaper but nearly equivalent alternative to regular film. If you love it for what it is, that's great. And indeed, I don't, but that doesn't mean the next person should feel the same way. Obviously!
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Re: X-ray Film example and comparison.
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Peter De Smidt
Boat Launch, Amsterdam Beach
Camera: Kodak 2D 8x10, circa 1930,
Film: Fujifilm HRT Green Sensitive X-ray film,
Filter: Hoya X1 HMC (yellow/green),
Lens: Fuji 210w,
Developer: Pyrocat HD MC.
Method: Jobo CPP-2 with an Expert Drum
"Thank you!" to Nikhilesh Sekhar for giving me a few sheets of the x-ray film to test.
Beautiful shot
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photoevangelist
8x10 Fuji HR-A (Green Sensitive Xray) @ ISO 160, Rodinal 1:50, 4 min., Dagor 12"
developed individually in trays with glass on bottom, negative is not stripped
v750 w/EpsonScan Software +
www.betterscanning.com glass on top of 4 Korean pennies
2400 dpi scan makes it a 64x80 inch print @ 300dpi, but our Epson Stylus Pro 9600 only prints up to 42 inches wide
100% view - dust & scratches, levels, smart sharpening 100% @ 2 pixels:
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Print size view:
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Printing in progress:
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Show opening:
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Looks fabulous as a 40x50 inch print, I have no need to go larger than this...
What an accomplishment.
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PE-2 is an expert and chose X-Ray!
I have had some interchanges with him, last he was teaching LF in Korea where nobody was using LF
I sold and shipped him an 8X10 C1 in very good condition to Korea
Excellent example!
I think he used students as sitters
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What an accomplishment.
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Amazing shot.
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Sergei Rodionov another X-Ray PROFESSIONAL
I met he and his wife in times of trouble and good times
He helped me a lot on this forum get through my MANY LF mistakes, X-Ray saved me money
Look at his flicker, a lot is X-Ray
https://www.flickr.com/photos/sergeistudio/
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Wonderful.
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https://www.analoguelab.com.au/film-...ipe-parodinal/
Until actual and cheap Rodinol is NOT available I will use it
Experiment ON!
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skuuterboy
Attachment 103447
This is my favorite image from the first shoot I've done in 8x10. The film is Kodak Ektascan B/RA rated at 100 and processed on a Jobo in Rodinal 1:200 8' -the camera is a Toyo 810G and the lens is a Plaubel Anticomar 4.2/300 wide open.
Excellent!
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Well, all I can say is that it's been a hoot being a part of this thread from the beginning...2009! I'm glad I stuck it out with this stuff. I gave it up briefly, but got back into it when I built my "piece of crap" 14x17 back in 2011.
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I’ve been shooting Fuji full speed blue rx-n with a yellow filter at iso 25 with decent results. I like it so much I decided to get hr-U green “orthochromatic”. I did some side by side shots with the yellow filter and at iso 25. The green stuff turned out much darker, I’d say 5 stops darker maybe. I think the shadow detail Loss is probably not from the film but from the underexposure. I’ll test hr-u again wo the yellow filter and at iso 6 or 12.
Top two have been heavily shopped to match. Bottom two are flat scans.
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Hr-u: Attachment 232010
Rx-n: Attachment 232011
PS this is 10 minutes of tray developed d76 1:2
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Edison
I’ve been shooting Fuji full speed blue rx-n with a yellow filter at iso 25 with decent results. I like it so much I decided to get hr-U green “orthochromatic”. I did some side by side shots with the yellow filter and at iso 25. The green stuff turned out much darker, I’d say 5 stops darker maybe. I think the shadow detail Loss is probably not from the film but from the underexposure. I’ll test hr-u again wo the yellow filter and at iso 6 or 12.
PS this is 10 minutes of tray developed d76 1:2
whatever your issue is, it's not the film, unless you got a bad box that was stored improperly or something. hr-u green should be perfectly useable at iso 100 or higher.
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Edison
I’ve been shooting Fuji full speed blue rx-n with a yellow filter at iso 25 with decent results. I like it so much I decided to get hr-U green “orthochromatic”. I did some side by side shots with the yellow filter and at iso 25. The green stuff turned out much darker, I’d say 5 stops darker maybe. I think the shadow detail Loss is probably not from the film but from the underexposure. I’ll test hr-u again wo the yellow filter and at iso 6 or 12.
Top two have been heavily shopped to match. Bottom two are flat scans.
Hr-u:
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Rx-n:
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Hr-u:
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Rx-n:
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PS this is 10 minutes of tray developed d76 1:2
From my little experience with HR-U i rate it at iso25 and works well with dilluted developers.
As for the yellow filter, when i use a 2x yellow filter with HR-U i give it 3 stops overexposure (instead of 1 in the case of a panchro film)
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chris73
From my little experience with HR-U i rate it at iso25 and works well with dilluted developers.
As for the yellow filter, when i use a 2x yellow filter with HR-U i give it 3 stops overexposure (instead of 1 in the case of a panchro film)
Thanks what I was thinking, the yellow filter may be cutting out more light than expected. I’ll test again and report back. Thanks!
This is a brand new box from zz medical, so I hope it’s good film.
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maltfalc
whatever your issue is, it's not the film, unless you got a bad box that was stored improperly or something. hr-u green should be perfectly useable at iso 100 or higher.
Im only at page 250 or so of the thread, trying to catch up. I hear people mentioning 200 even, but I haven’t seen anyone talk about hr-U specifically, I think.
The zz medical site says hr-u is green, but the spec sheet says “orthochromatic” implying it’s green blue, if I understand it right.
The blue one is rx-n and it’s called “full speed” whatever that means.
I’ll try 100, 50, and 25 iso without the filter, and then as the other comment suggests, essentially iso 3 with a yellow filter. I’m using a 2 yellow 8 which is a mild yellow, typically 2/3 a stop
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Once I'm through the 100 sheets of the cxsonline green latitude 14x17 (got about 20 sheets left...), I'll tackle my box of HR-U Green. I'm imagining EI will be similar.
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I have been buying $1000's of X-Ray film from ZZ for a decade
Always' fresh, in date
No worries with ZZ as they are bonafide MEDICAL suppliers
Iowa is trustworthy
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Edison
Thanks what I was thinking, the yellow filter may be cutting out more light than expected. I’ll test again and report back. Thanks!
This is a brand new box from zz medical, so I hope it’s good film.
They found me a full case of 14X17 single sided just as it disappeared, that was $1000
Well worth it
I also have plenty of 2x with some coming this week
The old guard dislikes we novices as they fear their fave film will in fade away
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Edison
Im only at page 250 or so of the thread, trying to catch up. I hear people mentioning 200 even, but I haven’t seen anyone talk about hr-U specifically, I think.
The zz medical site says hr-u is green, but the spec sheet says “orthochromatic” implying it’s green blue, if I understand it right.
The blue one is rx-n and it’s called “full speed” whatever that means.
I’ll try 100, 50, and 25 iso without the filter, and then as the other comment suggests, essentially iso 3 with a yellow filter. I’m using a 2 yellow 8 which is a mild yellow, typically 2/3 a stop
hr-u replaced hr-t at some point if that helps, basically the same. x-ray films come in "green" or "blue" versions for use with green or blue x-ray phosphor screens. blue is plain silver halides, so uv-violet-blue sensitive. green trades about half that sensitivity for sensitivity to cyan-green-yellow (mostly green), so it's orthochromatic. fuji colour codes their boxes green or blue. i've never used rx-n, but i would expect it to be much darker than green hr-u if you're using a yellow filter.
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maltfalc
hr-u replaced hr-t at some point if that helps, basically the same. x-ray films come in "green" or "blue" versions for use with green or blue x-ray phosphor screens. blue is plain silver halides, so uv-violet-blue sensitive. green trades about half that sensitivity for sensitivity to cyan-green-yellow (mostly green), so it's orthochromatic. fuji colour codes their boxes green or blue. i've never used rx-n, but i would expect it to be much darker than green hr-u if you're using a yellow filter.
RX-N is what I started with and I set my meter to 16iso and meter for zone 3. I’m not happy with my highlights so I’m going to Keep experimenting with d76. It seems like almost nobody uses d76 so far (up to 258). Rx-n: Attachment 232063
I can’t wait to go out tomorrow and test more.
Edit: using a yellow filter
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The problem with D76 is that Kodak raised the price dramatically. It was 4€ for the to make-1l powder few years ago, now it is around 8€...
And I really like D76 over HC110.
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If the price of Ilford ID-11 is lower, use that. It is the same formula as D-76. Or you can mix your own D-23 (only two compounds plus water), which is functionally very close to D-76. XTOL and its various clones from other manufacturers are also functionally very close to D-76. XTOL can be used in a replenishment regime too. Just some options.
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The problem with D76 is that Kodak raised the price dramatically. It was 4€ for the to make-1l powder few years ago, now it is around 8€...
And I really like D76 over HC110.
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Roberto Nania
The problem with D76 is that Kodak raised the price dramatically. It was 4€ for the to make-1l powder few years ago, now it is around 8€...
And I really like D76 over HC110.
The cost may have come down. I get it for $9.95 per gallon. 3785ml / 25ml per sheet = 151 sheets or $.07 per 4x5.
$28 per box of RX-N (400 4x5s).
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PS I’m also diluting currently at 1:2 so 200ml out of the 600ml of working solution takes care of 8 sheets in a tray.
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Michael R
If the price of Ilford ID-11 is lower, use that. It is the same formula as D-76. Or you can mix your own D-23 (only two compounds plus water), which is functionally very close to D-76. XTOL and its various clones from other manufacturers are also functionally very close to D-76. XTOL can be used in a replenishment regime too. Just some options.
That was one option. Metol is at around 34€ for 100gr (I bet in US is way more cheaper). It will give around 26 sessions of 1 liter working solution in 1+1 diluition.
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Some success with HR-U. I shot it at 25, 50, and 100. Developed D76 1:2 for 7 minutes. I'm pretty sure the order of these is 25 50 100 but it's hard to tell the second two. I also shot one with a yellow filter at iso 3 and it still came out very under exposed. I'm going to try a new yellow filter test when I can. Attachment 232080
Obviously I need to work on being more careful handling the film. I'm using a rotatrim to cut (and this one I tried 3 sheets at once, I assume that's how I got so many scratches this time.)
I'm going to try wearing nitrile gloves during the cutdown process, loading process, and development process. It was also suggested a flat bottomed tray will help. I'll look for a set, or 3 5x7 sheets of glass. I'm curious to how flipping through a stack of 8 will go with the flat bottom. I'm worried the bottom one will stick.
I'm very happy with the results overall with HR-U. RX-N has a dreamy look but HR-U looks pretty realistic. Thanks for all the help so far (on page 278/629).
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Checkers
Fuji RX-N at 25iso in d76 1:2 for 7 minutes
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My experience: plexiglass in the bottom of each tray, process one sheet at a time, mix D-23 from bulk chemicals, gentle tray rocking for agitation, cover tray during development because HRU is more sensitive to safelight than you might expect
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Am I the only one using D-23? I've used a gazillion developers over the years with XRAY films, and it has been my favourite so far. D-23 1+1, 1+2.
Bob, plexi on the bottom of ribbed trays is a great idea. I did that (actually with plate glass because heavier), until I got my hands on a few flat-bottomed trays. Before the plate glass technique, I used giant ziplock bags. Film inserted, developer poured in (pyrocat-hd back in those days). Worked well but had to puff in a bit of air to keep the plastic from settling on the film during rest period. I didn't like my lips getting that close to the developer... neither did my wife!
I prefer flat-bottomed trays, but are they EVER expensive new. Got mine second hand... Thanks for the safelight warning... I'll be cracking open my box of HRU in the very near future. My ceiling hung amber coloured safelight has worked well with several different brands, so I'm hoping HRU will, too. Cheers!
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Edison
Looks good. I have a box of RX-N, I will need to give it a go. I like the Legacy Microdol-X as it restrains and lengthens the development time. I have gone as long as eighteen minutes at 60F in replenished Mic-X. A gallon will last you many years of use I have found. So very economical
Daylight color is also a factor. HRU is most sensitive at straight up high noon light. As the light becomes more orangish later in the day, the exposures need to be increased. Take copious notes and keep going. Handling without scratching is a huge issue. I have not scratched any film while it is still dry. It scratches uber uber easy when wet. Best to bracket while you are getting your handle on this. I shoot dupes I don't want any scratches
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...881ae3bc_b.jpgAshton Pond Norma Handy HRU Mic-X 2 by Nokton48, on Flickr
Ashton Pond Columbus Ohio Sinar Norma Handy 4x5 Fuji HR-U XRay 65mm F8 at F22 Schneider CF + Sinar Norma Dark Yellow 103mm Glass Disk 1 sec at F22 Legacy Mic-X replenished stock in Cesco flat bottom tray 18 mins at 62F Arista #2 RC 4x 8x10 Multigrade dev
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e8b067b9_b.jpgAuto Maki no 2 150 2.8 Xenotar HRU 5 by Nokton48, on Flickr
Plaubel Automatic Makiflex #2 150mm F2.8 Xenotar wide-open 1/15 Fuji 8x10 XRay HRU cut down to 4x5 in Graphmatic back StarD tripod. Development 12 minutes 60F straight Mic-X replenished by inspection of shadow values by deep red safelight. 8x10 Arista #2 RC Omega DII 180 Rodagon f22 50 seconds Omegalite diffusion head Multigrade developer
I also mix diluted D-23 from bulk chems and I'm also a happy camper. :) Also very economical
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Well. I used glass bottoms in the trays. Gloves to cut down, gloves to load, unload, and develop. I did 5 sheets at once in D76 1:3 for 8 minutes. I like the exposure and development. But the scratches are comically numerous. Next I'll try just one sheet as advised to rule out the interleafing process. Attachment 232121Attachment 232122Attachment 232123
edit: i removed the carillon photo - i think that was a blue photo with a yellow filter.
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Yes, I also did Ziploc processing
It works
but
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but めんどくさい! (mendokusai), as the Japanese say! ;)
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Getting into that thread makes you want to try xray for sure.
Did anyone try SLIMT in order to tame the contrast of the film ?
Best to all.
G
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GuillaumeZuili
Getting into that thread makes you want to try xray for sure.
Did anyone try SLIMT in order to tame the contrast of the film ?
Best to all.
G
I think in the long run it would be better to use a low contrast/high speed developer. Of course this would take some up-front experimentation.
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Tin Can
Yes, I also did Ziploc processing
It works
but
What is the ziplock method? Someone I was chatting with said they put the film in and cut the corners of the bag and develop in tray- is this the only ziplock method?
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Andrew O'Neill
Thanks for the safelight warning... I'll be cracking open my box of HRU in the very near future. My ceiling hung amber coloured safelight has worked well with several different brands, so I'm hoping HRU will, too. Cheers!
you need a deep red safelight with hr-u, especially when it's wet.
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maltfalc
you need a deep red safelight with hr-u, especially when it's wet.
Good to know. Thanks!
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Edison
What is the ziplock method? Someone I was chatting with said they put the film in and cut the corners of the bag and develop in tray- is this the only ziplock method?
I talked a lot about it waaaaaay back in this thread... like we are talking years ago! I was using over-sized ziplok bags that I ordered online. The bag is laid in a tray, and the film is slipped inside. Developer poured in. I sealed up the bag leaving a tiny bit open so I could puff in some air with my mouth, then sealed (yes, gross I know). This kept the bag from collapsing on the film between agitation cycles. Agitate as normal. Worked really well until I discovered that smooth, flat-bottomed trays worked really well.
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As for a safelight, I use a Kodak GBX-2 filter. It’s made for use with X-Ray film.
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Took years to get that Data...secrets
NOW I have them in DR and my shooting space
trays ready with chem
I can shoot without shutter using strobe
My DR 6 years ago the entire condo was Blackout with LED safe light
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As for a safelight, I use a Kodak GBX-2 filter. It’s made for use with X-Ray film.
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j.e.simmons
As for a safelight, I use a Kodak GBX-2 filter. It’s made for use with X-Ray film.
Thanks for that. I've got an old round safelight housing which will take one of those... I see some online.