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a01Agitation: continuous (slow rhythm).
a02Agitation: continuous first min, then 5 secs every 30 secs.
a03Agitation: continuous first min, then 5 secs per min.
a04Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1-2 inversions per min.
a05Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1-2 inversions every 3-4 mins.
a06Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1-2 inversions every 5 mins.
a07Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1 inversion every 15 secs.
a08Agitation: one inversion every 15 secs for 2 mins, then every 30 secs.
a09Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1 inversion every 30 secs.
a10Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 5 secs every 30 secs.
a11Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1-2 inversions every 2 mins.
a12Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 1-2 inversions every 10 mins.
a13Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 10 secs every 3-5 mins.
a14Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 10 secs every 2 mins.
a15Agitation: 5 secs every 30 secs first 3 mins, then 5 secs per min.
a16Agitation: continuous first min, then 10 secs every 3 mins.
a17Agitation: 1 inversion every 2-3 mins.
a18Agitation: 15 secs per min for 3 mins, then 1 inversion every 3 mins.
a19Agitation: 15 secs per min for 3 mins, then 1-2 inversions per min.
a20Agitation: minimal agitation only.
a21Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 10 secs per min.
a22Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 5x per min. After 6 mins, 1x per min only.
a23Agitation: continuous first min, then 3 inversions every 1.5 mins.
a24Agitation: continuous first 2 mins, then 15 secs per min.
a25Agitation: continuous first 2 mins, then 5 secs every 1.5 mins.
a26Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then 10 secs every 30 secs.
a27Agitation: gentle agitation first 5 secs, then 5 secs per min.
a28Agitation: continuous first min, then 30 secs every 2 mins.
a29Agitation: 20 secs per min.
a30Agitation: 15 secs per min.
a31Agitation: hand develop only, agitate gently first 30 secs, then 5-10 secs per min.
a32Agitation: if using tray, tip once every 10 secs.
a33Agitation: 30 secs per min.
a34Agitation: continuous first 30 secs, then continuous every alternating minute.
a35Agitation: 10 secs every min for first 5 mins, then 10 secs every 5 mins.
hcDilution from concentrate
hcADilution A is 1+15 from concentrate
hcBDilution B is 1+31 from concentrate
hcCDilution C is 1+19 from concentrate
hcDDilution D is 1+39 from concentrate
hcEDilution E is 1+47 from concentrate
hcFDilution F is 1+79 from concentrate
hcGDilution G is 1+119 from concentrate
hcHDilution H is 1+63 from concentrate
hcJDilution J is 1+150 from concentrate
n1Use for N+1 zone system only
n1aUse for N-1 zone system only
n1bUse for N-1.5 zone system only
n2Use for N+2 zone system only
n2aUse for N-2 zone system only
v01Use times listed for Agfaphoto APX 100, Rollei RPX 100 or Kentmere 100
v02Use times listed for Agfaphoto APX 400, Rollei RPX 400 or Kentmere 400
v03Use times listed for Fomapan 100/400
v04Use times listed for Fomapan 200
v05Use times listed for Fomapan T800
v06Use times listed for Neopan 100ss
v07Use times listed for Agfapan APX 400
v08Use times listed for Fortepan
v09Use times listed for Efke 25
v10Use times listed for Efke 50
v11Use times listed for Efke 100
v12Use times listed for FP4+
v13Use times listed for HP5+
v14Use times listed for Kentmere 100/400
v15Use times listed for Shanghai GP3
v16Use times listed for Fuji Neopan 400
v17Use times listed for Fuji Neopan 1600
v18Use times listed for Rollei Superpan 200
v19Use times listed for Ilford Delta 100/400
v20Use times listed for Rodinal
v21Use times listed for Rollei RHS (not DC) / LP Supergrain
v22Use times listed for D-76 or ID-11
v23Use times listed for Atomal A49
v24Use times listed for R09
v25Use times listed for Clayton F60 (1+9)
v26Use times listed for Ecoprint Universal
v27Use times listed for Rollei RHS DC
v28Use times listed for Xtol
v29Use times listed for Kodak DK-20
v30Use times listed for Ilford ID-68 or Microphen
v31Use times listed for Xtol (1+2)
v32Use times listed for Svema films
v33Use times listed for Adox HR-DEV
v34Use same times for original Fuji Neopan 100 Acros
1Time for Jobo/rotary tube processor
1aJobo CPP2 at slowest rotation speed F
2Speed ratings in parenthesis() are for indoor tungsten lighting. Use the higher ASA for all natural light applications.
3Times listed here refer to development of Gigabitfilm in its own chemistry. The 1+9 dilution is recommended for gamma 0.5. The 1+11 is intended to produce more contrast at gamma 0.65. The manufacturer"s instructions suggest agitation of one inversion every 20 seconds.
4With Wratten #25 red filter
5With Wratten #89B filter (B+W #92)
6With RED 29 filter
7Metered with 87 filter
8+6 stops with Hoya R72, +3 or +4 stops with B+W 092
9With Hoya R72
10With Wratten 88A, RG715, IR720 opaque filter
11TTL-metered
12May require use of hardener if emulsion softens
13Continuous Tone
14Continuous Tone/High Contrast
15High Contrast
16Very High Contrast
17Low Contrast
18Use C-41 developer only, use B/W fixer, do not bleach
19Extend after-bath to 3 mins
20Time not fully tested. Use as starting point only
20aTime is best recommendation, but some users prefer longer time
21Sheet time in tank
22Pictorial/daylight
23Pictorial/tungsten
24High contrast/daylight
25Add 0.5 tsp sodium sulfite per 1L, agitate continuous for 2 mins, then 1 min every 12
25aAdd 1 tbsp sodium sulfite per 500ml
25bAdd a pinch of sodium sulfite to water before adding developer
26For diffusion head enlarger
27Kodak time of 3.75 mins is considered to be short
28For 0.65 gamma
28aFor 0.55 gamma
28bFor 0.70 gamma
29Data is taken from a previous version of this film, starting point time should be similar
29aData is taken from a previous version of this developer, starting point time remains the same
30Data is taken from a previous version of this film, starting point time may differ
31User reports better results in Dilution A mixed 1+2
32Do not use after-bath
33Monobath process: dev time is for developing and fixing
34Non-acidic process: use plain water instead of stop bath and neutral or alkaline fixer if possible
35Semi-stand development: continuous agitation 30-60 secs, then once every 3 mins
35aSemi-stand development: continuous agitation 30-60 secs, then 1-3 times during remainder of development
35bSemi-stand development: continuous agitation 30-60 secs, then once every 5-10 mins
35cSemi-stand development: continuous agitation 30-60 secs, then 10 secs every 5-10 mins
35dSemi-stand development: continuous agitation 60 secs, then once every 10 mins
36User reports this published time is too short
37User reports this published time is too long
38Dilution and time refer to the original Hypercat formulation. If you are using the current formula you can try multiplying the middle number in the dilution by x10, but results are not guaranteed.
39Dilutions with an "S" suffix refer to a 9% sodium sulfite additive (45 grams per 16oz working dev). Recommended for reducing grain.
40Presoak 3-5 minutes
40aPresoak 1 minute
40bPresoak at least 5 mins in warm water
41User reports poor results with this combination, test before use
42FX-2 variant. see details here
43DK-76 see details here
44DK-76b see details here
45Beutler variant. see details here
46click here for alternate data
47+3 stops with SFX filter
48Lower contrast suitable for scanning
49Slow rotation
50With Red 715 filter
51Sheet film time for tray development with continuous agitation
52Stand development: agitate for first minute only, then allow to stand undisturbed
53No filter
54For black and white results with color film
55No presoak
56Same time applies across ASA/ISO range
57Data in parenthesis for metering with deep red or opaque filter, suitable filters include: Wratten #29, #88A, #89B, B+W #92, Hoya R72, RG695nm, RG715nm IR
58Time tested with negatives suitable for scanning
59Use distilled water
59bUse distilled water, or tap water + 0.5% anhydrous sodium sulfite (5 g/l)
60For retaining detail in high contrast scenes
61User submitted time recommended instead of published time
62Remjet anti-halation layer requires manual removal
63User submitted time which conflicts with other published data in chart. Use if other published time in chart provides unsatisfactory results.
64Older published time from manufacturer. If the newer recommended time in the chart produces unsatisfactory results, this may be a better starting point.
65A common rule of thumb when using Dektol as a film developer is to use the number of minutes in the dilution, eg 1+7 = 7 mins, as a starting point.
66Cold start: begin dev at 15C
67ISO recommended for bright sunlit scenes
68ISO recommended for dull cloudy scenes
69With Spur Push Master additive 1+7
70Best overall result for this combination
71Dense negative for platinum printing
72Weak shadow detail
73Lower shadow detail, lower fog
74Better shadow detail, higher fog
75ISO for daylight, for tungsten light reduce ISO by one f-stop
76127 film size
7716mm film size
77a8mm film size
78Times shown are for original Ornano formula. New version manufactured by Bellini Foto may benefit from shorter times than those listed.
79For normal contrast
80Neofin Blue/Red stock is made by mixing the contents of the vial with water to make 500ml; these times are for the older version only (20ml,25ml or 30ml vials). The current version of Neofin Blue is packaged with 50ml vials and does not use the stock solution.
81for NEGATIVES from slide film
82For negatives with less density
83add 1% benzotriazole to reduce fog if required
84Modified POTA (Anchell and Troop) with 10g sodium sulfite, 0.5g phenidone and 0.25g pyrogallol per 1L water. Use immediately.
85Dip and Dunk large tank processor
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