Peter McDonald (Peter.McDonald@afp.gov.au)
Mon, 11 Oct 1999 11:20:16 +1000
Dear all:
I have been using the 2509n drum for a number of years (in a CPE2+lift), and the earlier elliptical model before that. I use PMK and load the six sheets using a soft daylight changing bag. I also bought one of the loader gadgets but it was more trouble than otherwise.
Loading the sheets is very easy, in fact easier that loading 120 into a spiral, as the film sheets don't bind as they slide in.
I haven't noticed any edge flow problems, and have never had any streaking. The density seems quite uniform. I must admit I can't remember whether all the sheets are emulsion side in, but I haven't noticed any differences which would have alerted me to a potential problem.
I have also discovered recently that I only need 270-300 ml of solution for full development. I used to use 500-550 ml, although that was partly to reduce the rotation speed as the CPE only has the one speed.
I have been interested in the comments about oxidation with PMK. My negatives, certainly since discussing the issue with Tony McLean, are almost bulletproof, with a heavy proportional stain. It will be interesting to see how they go with Ziatypes.
Cheers
Peter McDonald.
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