Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter
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Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter

SKU: ILMGD500 MFR: 1918555
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$22.99
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Key Features

  • Achieve superb image quality with this Ilford Multigrade paper developer, essential for darkroom prints.
  • Enjoy chemical consistency in every batch; this paper developer delivers reliable, repeatable results.
  • Create archival properties in your prints, ensuring your cherished memories last for generations.
  • Experience ease of use with this liquid concentrate; simply dilute for developing your favorite prints.
  • Precise mixing ratios make this Ilford developer economical, saving you money in the long run.
  • Benefit from a long shelf life; store this black and white chemical with confidence for future projects.
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WILLIAM B : Once diluted 1:9, how long will the diluted mixture stay good on the shelf in a closed light proof bottle if not used right away?GENO S : Hey Beth - it took me about three weeks to use my first bottle. I don't keep the diluted solution. I make up what I'm going to use for each printing session. Have s great and wonder filled new year. GenoJASPER O : According to illford about a day or so (I’ve done a week with developing very few papers with no ill effects), ideally liquid paper developer should be stored as concentrated as possible and only diluted when used for consistency
Beth B : Once diluted 1:9, how long will the diluted mixture stay good on the shelf in a closed light proof bottle if not used right away?
Beth B : Once diluted 1:9, how long will the diluted mixture stay good on the shelf in a closed light proof bottle if not used right away?HARVEY G : once u open dev bottle and exposed to o2, decay process (oxidizing of dev) begins, even if u just open and immed resealed. this decay process over time (a few days) will sig effect dev times for fiber paper. much less for rc paper. no reason to premix dev with water; just accelerating that process.FRANK H : In my experience, 6 months easy!

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2022-11-04T00:46:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Great developer

It's really nice developer

JOHN P.

2022-01-05T16:15:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Good for small batches to process paper negatives

I? ve been shooting paper negatives with a pinhole camera and processing the ilford multigrade negatives in the multigrade developer. Works great and easy to mix small batches.

steve b.

2021-08-04T11:47:48

Rated 5 out of 5

A reliable paper developer.

It is a decent paper developer. The concentrate does store well. And unopened, it has a long shelf life. Though I do not recommend doing so, I have used up what I had purchased in 2001, opened it in February of 2021 and it still worked fine in spite of being a bit oxidized.

John M.

2020-06-10T12:12:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Ilfordreview

Product works well

KEENAN J.

2020-06-10T11:53:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Ilford's Multigrade Paper Developer

I have found Ilford's multigrade RC papers to be truly excellent for both display and for scanning to convert to digital. Since Ilford makes this developer to match the chemistry of their papers, I have used nothing else for years. It works very well. You can get black blacks and brilliant whites, both of which contain detail (assuming you use proper filtration). In short, the combination produces fine results. The only negative is that, once opened, the developer left in the bottle does not last very long. That is why I purchase the small bottles. A busier lab could use larger bottles and save a little cash.

Willis G.

2020-06-10T09:26:37

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent

Now that Dektol is no longer available, I am using Ilford’s developer and I like it very much. Arnold Menke

ARNOLD S.

2017-06-06T12:39:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Thank you

So much easier than mixing Dektol, as in the old days.

Nancy A.

2017-04-26T16:18:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Got what I wanted

Adorama is one of the few places that still sell B&W (Ilford) chemicals. Prices are decent and shipping (standard) time was reasonable.

John S.

2017-01-09T19:59:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Ilford developer

any least 3 years based on my experience with sealed bottles; 1 year unsealed

MARC Y.

2014-04-23T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good developer

I've used this developer over the years in the classroom, and after trying several other less expensive brands, I've returned to Ilford. It gives better blacks and better contrast, especially in our setting.

MDTeacher

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Got what I wanted

By John S.

Adorama is one of the few places that still sell B&W (Ilford) chemicals. Prices are decent and shipping (standard) time was reasonable.

Ilford developer

By MARC Y.

any least 3 years based on my experience with sealed bottles; 1 year unsealed

Are you in search of a high-quality, economical developer for your photography needs Look no further than the Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter. This versatile developer is primarily recommended for use with MULTIGRADE papers, including both resin coated and fiber base enlarging papers, making it a staple in any photographer's darkroom.

Supplied as a liquid concentrate, this developer is not only economical but also easy to use. The recommended dilution is 1 part developer to 9 parts water, allowing you to mix only as much as you need for each printing session, optimizing efficiency and reducing waste.

When used with MULTIGRADE IV RC DELUXE and MULTIGRADE III RC RAPID papers, the image appears after a mere 10 seconds, with complete development achieved in just 1 minute at 68½F (20½C). This rapid development time produces prints with identical contrast and maximum density to those processed for two minutes in a conventional tray developer.

For MULTIGRADE FB papers, the image appears after 35 seconds, with a development range of 1 - 2 - 3 minutes at 68½F (20½C). Even with extended development up to 6 minutes, there's no noticeable change in contrast or fog, ensuring consistent, high-quality results.

For added economy and greater development control, the Multigrade developer can also be diluted at 1+14. When diluted, it remains in good condition in an open tray for two working days at dilution 1+9 and for one working day at dilution 1+14.

The longevity of this developer is another key feature. Unopened bottles of MULTIGRADE developer will keep for approximately 24 months, while tightly capped half-full bottles will maintain their quality for up to 6 months. One liter of working strength developer can process up to 50 8x10 inch fiber base prints and 100 resin coated prints, making it a cost-effective choice for both professional and amateur photographers.

In summary, the Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter offers a blend of quality, economy, and versatility that's hard to beat. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding enthusiast, this developer is a reliable choice for all your black and white photography needs.

Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter Features

  • High-quality, economical Multigrade Paper Developer 500 Milliliter for professional and amateur photographers
  • Versatile developer suitable for use with MULTIGRADE papers, including resin coated and fiber base enlarging papers
  • Supplied as a liquid concentrate for easy use and optimal efficiency, with a recommended dilution of 1 part developer to 9 parts water
  • Rapid development times, with images appearing in as little as 10 seconds and complete development achieved in just 1 minute at 68½F (20½C)
  • Extended longevity, with unopened bottles keeping for approximately 24 months and tightly capped half-full bottles maintaining quality for up to 6 months
  • Cost-effective choice with one liter of working strength developer processing up to 50 8x10 inch fiber base prints and 100 resin coated prints

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Key Features

  • Achieve superb image quality with this Ilford Multigrade paper developer, essential for darkroom prints.
  • Enjoy chemical consistency in every batch; this paper developer delivers reliable, repeatable results.
  • Create archival properties in your prints, ensuring your cherished memories last for generations.
  • Experience ease of use with this liquid concentrate; simply dilute for developing your favorite prints.
  • Precise mixing ratios make this Ilford developer economical, saving you money in the long run.
  • Benefit from a long shelf life; store this black and white chemical with confidence for future projects.