What is the normal developing time when using D 76?

1 hour
The average development time is 1 hour. It can also vary depending on the background temperature but one hour usually should be enough. I always use my standard agitation: 2 inversions of tank (or film reel rotation for 4 sec) per every 30 sec, but only for the first two minutes.

What is the best developer for HP5?

The best developers for pulling HP5+ are Perceptol, and Ilfosol 3. Perceptol is a renowned fine-grain developer for pulling film. Ilfosol 3 is the perfect choice for maintaining image contrast and tonality across a pulled negative.

How do I use Kodak D76 developer?

You simply combine 1 part D76 with 3 parts water to get a 1:3 dilution, or 5 parts water to get a 1:5 dilution. The total volume would be 300ml per roll of 135 film, 600ml per roll of 120.

How do I store stock in D76?

By contrast, mixed D76 stock solution has a definite shelf life and exposure to air will cause it to go off. Now if I was re-using/replenishing the stock solution that would be no problem. I’d keep it in a well-sealed 1 gallon container.

What are the components of D 76 developer?

KODAK’S ORIGINAL D76 FORMULA

  • Water (125 deg. F)….. 750ml.
  • Metol (or “Elon”)….. 2g.
  • Sodium Sulfite, anhydrous….. 100g.
  • Hydroquinone….. 5g.
  • Borax, granular….. 2g.
  • Cold water to make 1 liter.

Can you push HP5 to 3200?

Final Thoughts. I am really happy to find that I like my results with HP5 pushed to 3200 because it has always been my go-to film. It isn’t too expensive and knowing that it suits my subjects and my style means I will continue to use it.

Is HP5 grainy?

HP-5 is not overly grainy, but will always have more grain than films like Pan-F or T-Max 100.

How long does D76 last?

Make the liter, put into four 250ml bottles. Use one bottle per film and throw it out after use. The stock concentrate is good 6 months + is kept in a full bottle with no air.

Can I reuse film developer?

Because the film developer directly affects the image quality of the developed negatives, even the most economically-oriented film photographers are unlikely to reuse this product. That said, it is technically possible to reuse the film developer for multiple rolls, and it’s something I’ve done in the past.

How many times can you reuse film developer?

Most can process up to 8 rolls of film before the quality of the negatives begins to degrade. However, each person has a different tolerance to weakening developers, and some get as many as 16, or even 20 sets of negatives out of a single 8-film kit.

Can you reuse d76 developer?

In theory, D-76 can be reused. However, it is chemically depleted during use, so it is necessary to either replenish it or extend the development time to compensate for prior use.