Re: 4x5 HSI

[George L Smyth <glsmyth@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Wed, 25 Aug 1999, Russ Rosener wrote:

> Well, I'm going to take the plunge into 4x5 IR photography using my old
> Crown Graphic. I believe I have the 5 dot fidelity film holders mentioned
> here as being IR safe. Before I blow this expensive box of film, any advice
> would be appreciated. I'd like to tray process using either Rodinal or TMAX
> developer, so any advice there would also be appreciated. 

Some quick comments.

Rodinal works wonderfully with HSI (I don't like it at all with HIE).
TMax may be your worst solution, as it is a rather "hot" developer.

The emulsion is quite soft, so be prepared for scratches.  I'm sure that
some people are able to deal with this, but the obvious solution is to use
BTZS tubes.  They are inexpensive (you can make them yourself if you
want), use only two ounces of solution per sheet, the rotary processing
allows for even development, work in the light, etc.

Load the holders with gloves.  The oils from your fingers (even if you
wash your hands) will show your fingerprints after developmenr, thus
spoiling the negative.

Test your holders.  My Fidelity holders have seven raised dots, so they
are not acceptable.  As yours have five, they should be okay.

Cheers -

george

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