Film Sensitivity and Developer Features
The film sensitivity is well utilized, and its high energy and compensating effect allow for achieving a high E.I. level without excessive contrast or overcompensation of bright tones. This developer provides good sharpness and accurate grain reproduction, without accumulating too many silver salts, even when push processing is performed.
- Convenient very high development power
- Effectively maximized sensitivity
- Energetic, suitable for push processing
ARS-IMAGO FD Film Developer
ARS-IMAGO FD FILM DEVELOPER is a concentrated liquid that must be diluted just before use. It is a One Shot developer, and the working solution should not be reused. Dispose of it after use. Prepare the necessary working solution with running water.
Recommended Dilution
The recommended dilution is 1+39. However, it is possible to use a dilution from 1+19 (for low contrast films) to 1+59 (for high contrast films).
Usage Instructions
- TEMPERATURE: The working solution should be used at a temperature of 20C.
- AGITATION: Continuous for the first 30 seconds, then during the remaining development time (in the development tank) - twice every 30 seconds.
- QUANTITY: Each 250 ml of concentrated liquid can develop up to 30 films.
- SHELF LIFE: The concentrated solution is recommended to be used within 6 months of its first opening. The diluted solution is One Shot and should not be reused. It is advisable to remove air from the bottle.
- DEVELOPMENT TIME: To achieve the most accurate tonal balance, development times are specified when compared to the recommended E.I.s. Check the development time table.