Robert Lyman (railroad@northweb.com)
Sat, 16 Oct 1999 19:46:59 -0400
Hi Matthew
Jobo is EXPENSIVE!
Another option you might want to consider is Unicolor print drums. They are
ribbed on the inside, so they will handle film O.K. They are usually
available on eBay, as are the motorized rollers. I got an 8x10 drum and a
roller for under $50.00. I have seen a 16x20 drum go for less than $75.00.
I believe they would use less chemistry than your N burst system.
Good luck,
Bob Lyman
http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Workshop/7610/
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----- Original Message -----
From: Matthew Hoffman
To: alt-photo-process-l@sask.usask.ca
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 1999 4:34 AM
Subject: jobo help
Over the last year there's been quite a bit of discussion about developing
large film using pyro and the Jobo tanks. I'm thinking of switching to Jobo
because I'm using huge amounts of solution in my nitrogen burst tanks ...
and because hauling the massive N tank to be refilled invariably requires a
week of physical therapy. However, I'm confused by the equipment needed.
There is an inexhaustible number of Jobo parts--the various tanks, lifts,
agitators, and whatnot. I'm hoping to keep the equipment relatively simple,
without buying a fully automated system. (Although somethign that agitates
the solution while I walk the dog would certainly be a plus.). Beyond the
Expert drums, which everyone here seems to recommend, can anyone advise me
on what exactly is needed? If this is tucked away in the archives somewhere
and I've just missed it, a point in the right direction would be much
appreciated.
Thanks for your help.
- Matthew
Matthew Hoffman
phone/fax: (215) 218-9525
e-mail: mhoffman2@sprynet.com
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