martinvath Posted August 2, 2008 Share #1 Posted August 2, 2008 Advertisement (gone after registration) A friend of mine just gave me his no longer in use Paterson Film Developing tank. Along with it came bottles of Tetenal Ultrafin Developer, Tetenal Variospeed Superfix, Tetenal Stop and Agfa Agepon Wetting Agent. They all are about 4 years old, but hardly used. Have they become too old to use? I just bought some Tri-X to try it out, but I have not developed a film in about 20 years, so any help to ease the procedure would be welcome. Kind regards Martin Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted August 2, 2008 Posted August 2, 2008 Hi martinvath, Take a look here How do I develop a Tri-x?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
earleygallery Posted August 2, 2008 Share #2 Posted August 2, 2008 The Ilford website has a good 'getting started' guide ILFORD PHOTO - Processing a Black & White film Your chemicals may be out of date by now (there should be use by dates on the packaging) but it sounds like they may have already been opened in which case they will definately be too old. I processed my first B&W film in about 20 yrs the other week and it was great! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted August 2, 2008 Share #3 Posted August 2, 2008 Throw away the developer, the rest should be ok. The easiest way to start is a liquid developer rather than one that comes in powder form. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
j. white Posted August 3, 2008 Share #4 Posted August 3, 2008 The good news is that the procedure hasn't changed at all since your last go around. Make sure the important chemicals are fresh and enjoy! -J. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted August 3, 2008 Share #5 Posted August 3, 2008 And remember...with patersons, hook your finger over the rim when tipping out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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