Re: tiny streaks in EIR

[Luvdove6@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 3/21/00 5:56:12 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
bbbean@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

> I've had two rolls of EIR returned with tiny red streaks  and spots
>  on several exposures. The streaks are always running lengthwise with
>  the film, and are always a similar red to the Green/red IR shift.
>  They primarily show up in underexposed frames, and may possibly be in
>  normal or over exposed frames, but simply not be noticeable. I've
>  been storing my EIR in the freezer, giving appropriate thaw times,
>  shooting in a recently serviced OM-1n (that shows no problems with
>  other films), and having it developed and mounted by a pro lab in
>  Memphis that is familiar with EIR (they saved me from ruining my
>  first roll) and HIE.
>  
>  Is this problem related to the infamous pin prick problems LF users
>  were having with their IR emulsions, or is there a simpler answer?


Sounds like the people who developed it used equipment with IR LED's??
Not sure though...  maybe someone else will recognize the symptoms  ;-)
If they have those, it will definitely leave the red lines along your film! 
At least you can get your money back right?  I know EIR developing is pretty 
expensive... good luck  ;-)
 

~Holly~

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