Well there seems to be tons of resources on Pyrocat-HD. Even a website, perhaps by Sandy himself?
I did find this thread to answer my first question...where to buy.
Although other than seeing it commonly used and praised, can someone give me a quick few points about it? Before I dive in and think about utilizing it, and researching I am clueless about it.
I see things such as: oxidation, brown tones instead of green, good for VC paper (IDK what that even is, I know of RC and FB...I generally only print on FB), A and B solution, etc. I believe I will go with liquid already mixed from photoformulary to start. But why is it popular?
I currently use (always have unless pushing film) Kodak D76. For 35mm, 120, and now 4x5. To be honest, I develop film about once every 2 months. I often dump 500-1500mL of D76 since I keep it dated for 6 months in glass bottles.
1) Shelf life? Does it last a long time mixed or something?
2) Dilution? People use it because it is like 1:100 or something?
3) Advantages?
4) Praised because it is affordable/grain/sharpness/shelf life/longevity/etc?
Any basic information will help me. I clicked on about 5 different threads, but generally very specific questions on particular film/case studies/glycol/etc etc. I just want to determine if I should consider trying it out. Thanks in advance for help.
PS: If considering switching after finding out a bit about it...I will read this first. Written by Sandy King.
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