Kent10D Posted September 27, 2007 Share #1 Posted September 27, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I tried using the search function, but can't seem to get any results on this forum. So, might as well just ask ... I have generally kept my unexposed film in the fridge, but have noticed that quite a few film users keep their film in the freezer. Just wondering if there's any advantage to keeping it in the freezer as opposed to regular refrigerator section. Also wondering if it's a good idea to go to that temperature extreme. The only advantage I can think of is that moving the film from the fridge to the freezer would leave more room for beer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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vic vic Posted September 28, 2007 Share #2 Posted September 28, 2007 hi kent.... here is what fuji says and personally, i do not mess with what they say :-) just do it ........ Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/34483-fridge-it-or-freeze-it/?do=findComment&comment=364431'>More sharing options...
Kent10D Posted September 28, 2007 Author Share #3 Posted September 28, 2007 Thanks Victor, So with little details like "below 0°" and "at least 6 hours for freezer storage" on that data sheet I guess I can freeze without fear! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
budrichard Posted September 28, 2007 Share #4 Posted September 28, 2007 Been freezing all my film for 40 years, no problems, just let it come to room temp for a few hours before using.-Dick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vic vic Posted September 28, 2007 Share #5 Posted September 28, 2007 ya, for sure...... especially needed if u live in hot place Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauledell Posted November 7, 2007 Share #6 Posted November 7, 2007 I have two bulk film loaders, each with nearly 100 ft. of b&w film. I would like put them in my freezer. My only concern is when I take them out and leave them warm up, will there be any condensation in the loader or on the unused film that remains. Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gberger Posted November 7, 2007 Share #7 Posted November 7, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) Like Richard, I've been freezing chrome film for well over 40 years. Just take out what you believe you'll need and let it thaw out for around 6-8 hours. Just be certain that you don't place the film in the freezer too close to the Serrano and the Smoked Salmon, as you'll "accidemntly" pull out too much of all three! Good shooting - - and good eating! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted November 7, 2007 Share #8 Posted November 7, 2007 Why would you freeze a bulk loader. Freezing till use is a one use thing. You are going to freeze and thaw your b&w fim, which is not really necessary anyway, how many times before you use it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted November 7, 2007 Share #9 Posted November 7, 2007 I just freeze mine - kodachrome, kodak HIE, HP5 and TRI-X. No problems Charlie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted November 12, 2007 Share #10 Posted November 12, 2007 I have two bulk film loaders, each with nearly 100 ft. of b&w film. I would like put them in my freezer. My only concern is when I take them out and leave them warm up, will there be any condensation in the loader or on the unused film that remains.Paul I would say you will definatley have problems, film must be in original air tight(?) plastic tubs for freezing, and not removed from tub until after it returns to 'normal' temp. If you freeze a bulk loader you will get condensation on the film in the loader as its not sealed to the outside (higher temp.) air when you take it out of the freezer. Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauledell Posted November 20, 2007 Share #11 Posted November 20, 2007 Thanks Gerry. I thought that would be the result. My best option is to load as much film in cartridges, putting them in airtight containers, then freezing them. I sometimes wonder if it is really necessary to freeze B&W film anyway. I would probably use most of the film in three or four years anyway. Paul Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted November 20, 2007 Share #12 Posted November 20, 2007 Thanks Gerry. I thought that would be the result. My best option is to load as much film in cartridges, putting them in airtight containers, then freezing them. I sometimes wonder if it is really necessary to freeze B&W film anyway. I would probably use most of the film in three or four years anyway. Paul I would only freeze film if its in unopened canisters from the factory, too much liklehood of moisture in there freezing on the film otherwise. I gave up using bulk film after getting the odd scratch from the velvet light traps, although the Leica reloadables worked OK, but I only have three of them, not enough for a 17m roll. If it takes 3 or 4 years to use up a roll, consider if its all worth the hassle, unless you are using something special which can't be bought in cassettes. Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Richardson Posted November 25, 2007 Share #13 Posted November 25, 2007 I would only freeze film if its in unopened canisters from the factory, too much liklehood of moisture in there freezing on the film otherwise. I gave up using bulk film after getting the odd scratch from the velvet light traps, although the Leica reloadables worked OK, but I only have three of them, not enough for a 17m roll. If it takes 3 or 4 years to use up a roll, consider if its all worth the hassle, unless you are using something special which can't be bought in cassettes. Gerry What about readyload/quickload sheetfilm? I have been freezing that and they are not really in airtight packages...at least after you open them they aren't. I have not had any problems though, so I am not too worried. Freezer or fridge shoot be fine. I am currently shooting through a bunch of 120 E100G that expired in 1/2005. It has been in the fridge most of the time, the freezer for some more time, and it has been x-rayed at least 6-10 times going back and forth to Iceland, California, New York.... So far I have not noticed any base fog or color shift. Film is pretty resilient stuff, particularly slow film. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyoung Posted November 25, 2007 Share #14 Posted November 25, 2007 What about readyload/quickload sheetfilm? I have been freezing that and they are not really in airtight packages...at least after you open them they aren't. I have not had any problems though, so I am not too worried. Freezer or fridge shoot be fine. I am currently shooting through a bunch of 120 E100G that expired in 1/2005. It has been in the fridge most of the time, the freezer for some more time, and it has been x-rayed at least 6-10 times going back and forth to Iceland, California, New York.... So far I have not noticed any base fog or color shift. Film is pretty resilient stuff, particularly slow film. I personally would not put any film in fridge or freezer if I had opened the original innermost packaging, i.e. the film canisters for 35mm, foil wrapper for roll, and boxes for sheet. We used to freeze film in quantity for student use when I worked at the School of Art & Design over 25 years and stuck to those principles after advice from the manufacturers, and never had any trouble. Only time we did have trouble was when the storeman tried putting bulk loaders in the fridge. Sheet film is in small enough quantities usually (10 -15 sheets) that its not really worth thinking about fridge. All IMHO of course, but a lot of experience! Gerry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest darkstar2004 Posted November 26, 2007 Share #15 Posted November 26, 2007 I freeze my unexposed film - never had any problems of any kind. Once I expose it, I will refreeze it if it is not going to be developed quickly. For using frozen film, I just put it out on the kitchen counter the night before I need it to let it warm up to room temperature slowly. This works just fine for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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