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Photographers' Formulary 120ED High-Contrast Film Developer for Black and White Paper, Makes 1Lt Stock Solution

SKU: PY120EPDV1LT MFR: 02-0180
$17.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve high-contrast black and white prints with this film developer, easily!
  • Perfect for darkroom enthusiasts, this paper developer ensures archival quality.
  • Enjoy consistent mixing with our 1Lt stock solution for reliable results every time.
  • Get creative! Use this high-contrast developer to produce unique tonal ranges.
  • Ideal for black and white paper, this developer enhances image quality instantly.
  • Extend your darkroom sessions; our chemicals boast an impressive shelf life.
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2021-03-19T08:21:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Try it. You Will like it.

It has an excellent tray life. I was interrupted in one darkroom session, so I covered the tray with a larger tray and came back about 24 hours later, and ot worked fine. It is one of the developers that rivals the old Kodak "Dektol" for overall performance.

John M.

2021-02-28T07:39:54

Rated 5 out of 5

Great developer

Great initial results and longer lasting than the Ilford developer I was using. Great product!

THOMAS C.

2020-07-22T15:17:33

Rated 5 out of 5

My favorite developer

My favorite paper developer. Great shelf life and very nice shadow separation.

JAIME M.

2020-02-27T11:40:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Darkroom chemicals

Great selection of darkroom chemicals at great prices! Better than wasting time shopping online! Thanks!

william l.

2018-10-11T12:33:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Best ever!

I don't think I'll bother trying any other paper developer. This stuff works great! And it seems to last forever! I'm still using the same batch I diluted three weeks ago and it hasn't changed color yet. I'll keep using it until it quits working and then mix up some more.

DAVID N.

2018-01-23T08:12:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Product

I bought this as a convenient substitute for Dektol.

Joseph M.

Photographers' Formulary Paper Developer Specifications

  • Used For

    Black & White Paper

  • To Make

    1Lt Stock Solution

  • Contains (Chemical)

    Catechol: 10g
    Sodium sulfite: 20g
    Potassium carbonate, anhydrous: 120g
    Potassium bromide: 5g
    Benzotriazole: 0.5g

About Photographers' Formulary Paper Developer

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great developer

By THOMAS C.

Great initial results and longer lasting than the Ilford developer I was using. Great product!

My favorite developer

By JAIME M.

My favorite paper developer. Great shelf life and very nice shadow separation.

Discover the exceptional capabilities of the 120ED High-Contrast Film Developer for Black and White Paper, a premium product from the renowned brand, Photographers' Formulary. This high-quality, professional-grade film developer is a catechol-based solution, designed to deliver results akin to the esteemed Edwal 120 developer.

The 120ED High-Contrast Film Developer is engineered to produce neutral to cold tones, offering an elevated contrast level that is half to one grade higher than standard developers. Expect to achieve rich, deep blacks and an abrupt tonal range, enhancing the depth and detail in your black and white photography.

Unlike the Formulary 120, which is a softer-working developer, the 120ED High-Contrast Film Developer is a robust and reliable solution, designed for photographers seeking a more dynamic contrast in their work.

This product comes as a one-litre stock solution, which can be conveniently diluted to create the working solution. The stock solution boasts a stability of 3 to 4 months, offering efficiency and convenience for photographers who need to develop multiple rolls of film. However, please note that while the working solution has a high capacity, it has a limited lifespan.

Experience the difference with the 120ED High-Contrast Film Developer for Black and White Paper, and elevate your photography to new heights of professionalism and quality.

Photographers' Formulary Paper Developer Features

  • High-quality, professional-grade black and white film developer from Photographers' Formulary
  • Catechol-based solution, delivering results similar to the renowned Edwal 120 developer
  • Produces neutral to cold tones with elevated contrast, offering deep, rich blacks
  • One-litre stock solution, can be diluted to create working solution for multiple film rolls
  • Stock solution stable for 3 to 4 months, offering efficiency and convenience for continuous use
  • High capacity working solution, perfect for photographers seeking dynamic contrast in their work

Key Features

  • Achieve high-contrast black and white prints with this film developer, easily!
  • Perfect for darkroom enthusiasts, this paper developer ensures archival quality.
  • Enjoy consistent mixing with our 1Lt stock solution for reliable results every time.
  • Get creative! Use this high-contrast developer to produce unique tonal ranges.
  • Ideal for black and white paper, this developer enhances image quality instantly.
  • Extend your darkroom sessions; our chemicals boast an impressive shelf life.