Re: Developing EIR at home using E-6 processing?

[George L Smyth <GLSmyth@xxxxxxx>]

ROLLAND ELLIOTT (Quality Assurance Co-Op) wrote:
> 
> Which brings me to my questions:  I want to try developing EIR at home with som
> e E-6 processing equipment, but know next to nothing about E-6 developing.  I'd
> like to spend less than $100 USA dollars on equipment, and definietely less th
> an $200.  What kind of equipment would you recommend?  Any developing tips for
> processing EIR would also be welcomed.

You need a tank and chemistry.  That's it.  I use the same Patterson
tank I use to develop my B&W.  Total cost should be in the $30-40 range.

> Few more questions: The new EIR E-6 film says it should only be loaded and unlo
> aded in complete darkness, but the old E-4 film can be loaded in subdued light.
> Why the difference?

EIR, like HIE, does not have an anti-halation layer.

> Does the New EIR have an antihalation backing?  I know this was discussed, but
> I don't recall reading a final verdict.

See above.

> Stanee Rae Murray wrote: "Joe Paduano has done some testing with other color
> filters, and this is what he suggested to me (use a polarizer with all color
> filters)"
> Why should you use a polarizer with all color filters?

A polarizer will work nicely with this film, as two of the three layers
are sensitive to visible light.

george

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