Stepping Out

[AlanE]

I normally toss out the developer but reuse the fixer, adding back to a 1 gallon premixed jug. I also premix my developer 1 gallon at a time but it may sit for up to a month before I use it all.

Although I am careful about my developer temperature, I do not worry as much about the fixer. Is that a problem?

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[Rick58]

Being a maintenance supervisor, I really enjoy these industrial shots. Those front bolts are razor sharp.

[timor]

^^This! Reusing chemicals is cost-effective, but not worth it in the long run, especially for developer.

Reusing chemicals was OK when we were shooting b&w for memories from vacation and printed 4x6. Now the philosophy is to get the best negative possible and then what we gonna save ? 50 cents ? Negative is everything.
Fixer could be bought in fluid form. I usually mix two 500 ccm and use two stage fixing. Temperature of all fluids is important, even wash, especially with Tmax films which are very thin and jump in temp. may crack the emulsion and may have influence on size of the grain.

[AlanE]

Thanks again Rick, glad you like it.


Timor - Good Information, I appreciate the tips.