Re: Need Jobo Processor advice

[Clive Warren <Clive.Warren@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>Clive Warren asks
>
>Has anyone used the Jobo for 35mm and 4x5 HIE and HSI and if so what were
>your experiences?
>
>I think the Jobo is the best processor going for film. Having said that, I
>have used it for IR film, and I found the tanks are not IR safe. (I now use
>a dim green light when processing IR film, rather than the room lights.)
>
>Would also be grateful for any advice on purchase of a drum and holder for
>4x5 sheets for the Jobo.  Guess I could use one of the drums that came with
>the processor and buy a holder - any recommendations?
>
>I use and like the 2500 series tank and reels for 4x5. I use the smaller
>1500 tank for roll film, though if I was starting fresh, i would stay with
>the 2500 series, as you can get roll film spools for this system also.
>
>Hope this helps
>Bill
>


Bill,

Thank you - that's exactly what I wanted to hear :-)

WIll go for the 2500 series with reels and a loader.  Am a little concerned
that the tanks are not IR safe though. Guess I'll use your lighting method
to be on the safe side.

Have a box of HSI on order thanks to Jason's information and am looking
forward to its arrival.  The weather in the UK has just turned and there
have been some great IR days this month.  Took a roll of Konica to Granada,
Spain for a business meeting last week in the hope of some interesting
shots - it was just too overcast which was a shame.  Have some interesting
B/W shots though....

Am in the process of ordering some 4x5 film hangers for use in drying the
HSI.  Any tips about 4x5 sheet film drying would be gratefully received.

All the best,

              Clive   http://clive.bel-epa.com


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