Films sensitivity is well used, and its high energy and compensating effect allow high levels of E.I. without an excessive contrast or an excessive compensation of the lighter tones. This developer produces a good acutance and an accurate grain rendition, without too much silver saltzs accumulation, even in push processing.
- Convenient: very high development capacity
- Efficient: maximum use of the sensitivity
- Energic: fit for push processing
ARS-IMAGO FD FILM DEVELOPER is a concentrated liquid to be diluted right before its use. It's a "One Shot" developer, the working solution must not be reused. Dispose of it after the use. Prepare the needed working solution with running water.
Suggested dilution 1+39. It is possible, though, to use dilution included between 1+19 (for low contrast films) and 1+59 (for high contrast films).
- TEMPERATURE: The working solution has to be used at 20°C.
- AGITATION: Continuous for the first 30 seconds, two inversions every 30 seconds for the remaining developing time (tank development).
- CAPACITY: You can develop up to 30 films for every 250ml of concentrated liquid.
- EXPIRATION: It's recommended to use the concentrated solution within 6 months from its first opening. The diluted solution is a One Shot one and must not be reused. It's recommended to remove air from the bottle.
- DEV TIMES: The indicated developing times are given to obtain the most accurate tonal estension if compared with the E.Is suggested. Check the dev time chart.