When using photography chemicals I stress always to my students the importance of safety. The results change if the temperature varies a lot and in less than 16 degrees the developing stops almost completely (tried it). The chemistry should be 20 degrees Celsius temperature, (or at most one degree up or down). These times below are recommended with Ilford chemicals (Multigrade developer, Ilfostop and Rapid or Hypam Fixer) and with FB paper.įixer 1 min if dilution is 1+4 OR 1+1min if dilution is 1+9 (I use always 1+9 and two baths with FB papers, and I keep the paper in chemicals for 2+2min to ensure the fixation)įixer 30s (dilution 1+4) (I usually recommend 1 minute fixation to ensure that my students don’t take the print out too quickly) RC (Resin Coated) papers require typically less time in the chemicals than FB (Fiber Based) papers, which tend to suck the chemicals deeper in their fibers.Ĭheck the selection of chemicals for instance from web stores like Fotoimpex or Makodirect or your local analogue photography specialised stores (always nice to support the local stores). Notice, that the time in the chemicals may vary according to the paper type. After finishing your test strip with stripes, place it first in the developer, then stop bath, and the in the fix following the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the chemicals you’re using.
