Chem Seal Delta 1 One Quart (32 oz.) Plastic Photographic Chemical Storage Container

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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?SALLIE S : Dark bottleTAYLOR O : It's a bottle. It holds stuff. It's cheap.DANIEL J : For classRobert W : hold chemicalsdan k : needed a new clean containerKEN B : Needed to store chemicalsHEE E : Self developing at homeFrancis T : Great value! Place to label contents and make notes. Have used these for about 40 years in the darkroom for B/W chemistry.James S : To put stuff inJORDAN N : Cheap and with outstanding reviewsROGER P : Like the brand.DIANA A : I like that there is a space to write on these bottles, for labeling the chemicals (and indicating the mix date).AILEEN G : darkroomGLENN W : I have used these in the past and like the large area to write on. I can see it with the safelight on.ANDY G : I chose this item to store salt printing fixer and toner.Wesley P : price and availabilityJACOB R : love these for storing my c-41 chemistryJohn R : want to store 1 gallon D-76 in individual quart containersROXANNE B : I need a bottle?Richard G : storage of developerMARK S : These are the only dark room chemical storage containers I useM. SUSAN C : I won't mix a lot of chemistry at one time and these storage bottles seemed like the perfect size.STEPHANIE A : More chemicals!STEPHANIE A : Because I needed it.

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2023-07-23T11:00:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Photochemical bottles are working fine.

They keep the developer and fixer in good condition so far and they have not leaked.

Stuart W.

2023-01-18T20:22:07

Rated 5 out of 5

It's a Bottle

Well, they're opaque chemical bottles. Not just any opaque - they have a nice chocolate color. They are not for chocolate. The caps seal well, although I've not tested at 40,000 feet altitude or at 200 meter water depth. They're round - always a plus. It's a pleasing shape. All in all, possible the finest opaque, chocolate (or is it brown gravy) colored bottles you can buy - and you can only get them at Adorama (that's a lie - I have no idea).

Christian P.

2022-09-14T09:51:54

Rated 4 out of 5

Good Product

Solid. Will do the job. However, if it is backordered it may take quite a bit of time to get to you. Be warned.

STEVEN W.

2022-05-06T08:56:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Dark bottles

These bottles are extra dark compared to earlier models. Perfect for mixing small quantities of chemicals

PAUL W.

2022-05-01T08:40:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Good investment for chemical storage

I have used Delta1 containers for decades. This one is black, not brown, which prefer anyway. It's too bad the space-saving rectangular "box" style jug is not longer available. This one has none of the apparent thinning on the bottom as there was occasionally with the old brown ones; it you looked at a light bulb through the top opening, it was evident. These good ones last "forever" and keep their appearance when properly maintained, which means carefully wiping/ rinsing an chemical spills -- especially fixer -- from the outside, including the top threads, something which takes only a few seconds. I would recommend this to any darkroom user.

Phlip U.

2021-05-27T09:38:48

Rated 4 out of 5

Great bottle

Great for storing developing chemicals, and a affordable safe solution.

MARCUS B.

2021-03-26T08:54:44

Rated 4 out of 5

Bougie Bottle

Quite pricey but gets the job done. I was using glass 1 liter bottles to store my chemicals before this.

Nathan Y.

2020-09-09T11:12:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Happy Customer

Works well!

Hee C.

2020-08-04T14:53:04

Rated 4 out of 5

they do what they are suppose to do, securely

good for what they are, cap liner could be better.

HECTOR G.

2020-02-12T07:46:53

Rated 5 out of 5

Bottle

It’s a bottle

RANDAL H.

2020-01-21T07:21:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid but lightweight

Solid but lightweight. Good seal, which is important for dev chemicals esp. the fixer, which is quite smelly. Also, makes it easier to store dev chemicals without worrying about slow leaks causing health troubles.

Michael P.

2019-06-13T08:45:44

Rated 5 out of 5

The gold standard

The gold standard for holding my photo developing chemicals. Why would I choose anything else?

STEPHEN B.

2019-02-19T16:52:34

Rated 4 out of 5

Great bottles

Great chemical storage bottles. I ordered three. One of them arrived dented and badly damaged, but I contacted customer service, and they promptly refunded the cost of that one bottle.

Sharada S.

2018-10-26T14:18:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Good product

Storage container works well, great size. Just need to be conscious to get the size that works with your chemicals. I bought chemicals that would make a gallon of solution and I’d bought 1/2 gallon jugs, so just double check :)

Michelle G.

2018-04-29T09:42:32

Rated 5 out of 5

Trusted option for chemical storage

Perfect size, water and light tight. Does a great job holding my chems.

Travis T.

2018-01-19T16:04:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Basic bottle to hold Chemistry

Keeps your chemistry from running out all over the floor. Cap seals tightly to keep out air and the bottle is opaque to keep out the light.

Douglas P.

2017-11-03T12:08:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Container

This container works great!

Shelley W.

2017-08-09T10:33:06

Rated 5 out of 5

These Jugs Changed My Life

I have been through life with a lot of different jugs and when these jugs caught my eye something snapped. I developed an instant love affair with these jugs which are truly apart and like no other. I LOVE MY NEW JUGS! Their smooth brown polyurethane bodies tapering down to pliable yet firm cap threads and a stylish grip which falls naturally to hand. I won't even mention their bottoms because this is a G-Rated website. These Chinese jug makers really know their stuff! FOLLOWUP: After six months of use I HATE THESE JUGS!! They make popping noises in the middle of the night and sometimes squeal if you don't screw the dirty white caps down. The once so alluring white lettering on the outside has began to run under my frequent yet loving handling. They have become a putrid sight and I can't take these jugs out in public anymore and have to stay at home with them covered in a dark room. Don't buy these lying, cheating jugs, you'll be sorry for the day you met them.

JOHN H.

2017-07-25T12:08:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Good buy.

Just as described. Received it sooner than I thought I would. Packed well.

TERRY W.

2017-05-04T16:57:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Great bottles

Took a while to get but just what I needed

TAHOE D.

2016-10-22T06:34:17

Rated 5 out of 5

A must have for any darkroom!

I shoot both digital and film cameras. There are only a few shops in the area I live that still develop film and they do it poorly so I decided to do it myself. I purchased the hardware and chemicals to do this from Adorama. The Chem Seal 1/2 Gallon Plastic Photographic Chemical Storage bottles are a must have. These bottles are made from tough high-density dark brown plastic so they keep light from affecting the chemicals and the heavy construction makes them less sensitive to temperature fluctuation. They also have a white background panel on the side where you can write the mix date and any other info.

Paul W.

2014-09-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

nice handy container

seals tight, is light tight and chemicals last. fits in cupboards and under sinks well.

KEITH M.

2014-08-18T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

nice size

good tight container for developer, fixer etc. light tight so chemicals stay fresh longer. doesn't leak.

KEITH M.

2014-02-09T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Does what it needs to

I use these to store different developers and fixer and they work great. I've not had any issues with these bottles. It's hard to be more elaborate with the review because it's just a bottle. But I've had no issues with reuse, buildups, or cleaning.

STEPHEN P.

2013-09-16T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for storing developer

It's just a dark container, which is perfect for storing your developer (which is photosensitive). At that, it is great!

Luis T.

2013-07-08T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Its a bottle!

It is what it says on the outside :-) Only thing I would personally have preferred is that it was a liter, which is just a tad more than 32 oz (33.8 oz in fact).

bjrichus

2013-05-20T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works as described

I use this product for my developing chemical storage after mixing concentrate. It works great!

Click M.

2013-03-06T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Storage Container!

I needed a large container to store my powder-based chemicals for photography and this fit the bill. It's easy to pour out fluids and the translucent stripe along the side gives me a good indication whether or not if I'm running low on a certain chemical.

Greeners

2012-04-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Work perfectly, but I wish I went bigger

These bottles are good. The tops screw on well. I just wish I had bought 1 gallon sizes b/c most of the chemicals are set up to be diluted in 1 gallon.

David M.

2011-09-04T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Chem-Seal 1 Gallon (

Like the bottle. Keeps my chemicals secure and it is convenient to use.

Niza

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Good inexpensive light blocking storage

By ANDREW M.

For less money then it takes to find and clean out old opaque containers you can buy these. These containers seal well and block any light to help the shelf life of your chemicals. Standard sizing and the ability to mark them clearly helps to keep your darkroom organized.

Does what it needs to

By STEPHEN P.

I use these to store different developers and fixer and they work great. I've not had any issues with these bottles. It's hard to be more elaborate with the review because it's just a bottle. But I've had no issues with reuse, buildups, or cleaning.

These bottles are made of high quality tough plastic. They are colored brown to keep light from damaging the chemicals, but have a panel allowing you to write on the bottles.