From: Sandy King (sanking@clemson.edu)
Date: 12/15/02-05:25:39 PM Z
I use BTZS type tubes for developing 4x5 and 5X7 film. This will give
you very even development.
Another option is an 8X10 Beseler or Unicolor paper drum and motor
base, both very inexpensive on ebay. This will allow you to develop
up to four sheets at a time of 4X5, with some kind of spacing device.
Another is the Combi Tank, but I am not sure how well this works.
Some people swear by them, however.
Last, and most expensive option is Jobo. You will need a processor
and expert drum.
Sandy King
>I don't know if this is absolutely on topic, but i'm sure a lot of you
>might be able to give me some advice. i think i sent out a message about
>how i acquired a 4x5 field camera. since i got it i've been developing the
>negatives in trays in my bathroom, and i'm wondering if there might be an
>easier way. processing 35mm is so easy because i can turn on the lights
>when it's loaded, but with 4x5 i have two trays on the counter and one on
>the toilet and i have to kind of get used to maneuvering wierdly in the
>pitch black bathroom (i know, if you had night vision goggles and spent
>some time with me, you'd probably laugh your asses off).
>
>so, what are 4x5 developing tanks? are they the same type of thing as the
>canister for 35mm? can i load the film and then turn on the lights and
>develop? should i just stick with the trays? i'm building a darkroom, and
>it should be finished sometime soon, but for now, any suggestions?
>
>thanks,
>
>Steve
>
>
>--- Steve Bell
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>process by which we limit our own expression of
> dissent and wonder 'censorship', we call it 'concern for commercial
>viability'." -David Mamet
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