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Arista EDU Ultra VC RC Paper, 8x10", Semi-Matte, 100 Sheets
SKU: AR18684 MFR: 18684
$109.99
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Save: $11 (9%)Key Features
- Achieve stunning black and white prints with this 8x10 Arista enlarging paper.
- Enjoy a neutral tone and multigrade contrast for creative darkroom control.
- This RC paper's semi-matte surface reduces glare and enhances image sharpness.
- Create archival-quality prints with the medium-weight, resin-coated base.
- Perfect for beginners, this variable contrast paper offers great versatility.
- Get 100 sheets of Arista EDU Ultra VC paper for all your darkroom projects.
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Good paper for getting back into darkroom workflow
Box came a bit dinged up but overall good. Paper performed as expected but needed to develop for longer than recommended on spec sheet in D76.
would recommend
love the finish, accurately develops
Arista's EDU Ultra VC RC is a premium variable contrast, black and white enlarging paper that caters to the needs of professional photographers and artists. This medium-weight, polyethylene-coated base paper offers a semi-matte finish, providing a unique texture and depth to your prints.
The EDU Ultra VC RC paper stands out with its versatility, allowing you to control the contrast from grade 0 through grade 5 using standard Ilford Multigrade or Kodak Polymax/Polycontrast filters. You can also adjust the contrast using an enlarger color head by modifying the amount of magenta or yellow filters. This flexibility makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of photographic styles and techniques.
Designed for use with tungsten or tungsten quartz halogen light sources, the Arista EDU Ultra VC RC paper ensures consistent contrast values. The exposure guide is straightforward, depending on the filter system in use. For Ilford Multigrade filters, grades 00 - 3.5 have the same speed rating (ISO P200), while grades 4 through 5 require approximately twice the exposure.
This paper is designed to be handled in a photographic darkroom illuminated by standard OC, red, or sodium vapor safelights such as Thomas brand safelights. To prevent safelight fog, ensure that safelights are at least 3 feet from the paper at all times and minimize exposure to safelights.
Arista's EDU Ultra VC RC paper can be processed in either trays or roller transport processing machines. It can be developed in any standard black and white photographic paper developer, with a general development time of 60 - 90 seconds at 68 Degree F/20 Degree C.
After development, a standard stop bath can be used to halt development and extend fixer life. Fixed prints should be washed in running water for 3-4 minutes. For best preservation, store the paper in a cool, dry place. For prolonged storage, a freezer can be used. Always return unused paper to its original packaging for storage and keep it out of reach of harmful vapors & gases.
In summary, the Arista EDU Ultra VC RC paper is a high-quality, durable, and versatile choice for professional photographic printing, offering a semi-matte finish and a wide range of contrast control.
Arista Ultra VC RC Paper Features
- Traditional Black and White Paper
- Variable Contrast (VC)
- Resin Coated (RC)
- Develop in standard black and white chemicals
- Compatible with Kodak, Varycon and Ilford filters