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Photographers' Formulary Reducer IV for Black and White Film, Makes 1Lt Solution

SKU: PYRDIV1LT MFR: 05-0040
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Key Features

  • Achieve archival quality in your black and white film with Reducer IV solution.
  • Easily dilute this Photographers' Formulary solution to your preferred concentration.
  • Get consistent results every time you use this black and white film reducer.
  • Enjoy a long shelf-life with this reliable darkroom chemical for lasting use.
  • Safely handle your negatives and prints with this trusted repair solution.
  • Perfect for fine grain reduction, this solution enhances your film development.
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Is the Reducer IV solution only for black and white film?

Yes, Photographers' Formulary's Reducer IV is specifically designed for the development of black and white film.

Can any standard developer be used for the redevelopment process?

Absolutely, after the bleaching step with Reducer IV, any standard developer can be reintroduced to convert the silver halide back to metallic silver.

Is the solution reusable?

Yes, the Reducer IV solution is reusable. The kit allows you to prepare 1 liter of working solution, which has a durable shelf life and high capacity for multiple uses.

Does the Reducer IV solution work in the same way as a conventional reducer?

Reducer IV operates as a bleach rather than a conventional reducer. It converts the metallic silver in the exposed negative back into silver halide, allowing for the possibility of redeveloping the image.

Is the Reducer IV solution similar to any traditional formulas?

Yes, the Reducer IV solution mirrors the characteristics of the traditional Ansco 311 formula.

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Photographers' Formulary Reducer IV Specifications

  • Used For

    Black and White Film

  • To Make

    1Lt Solution

About Photographers' Formulary Reducer IV

Enhance your black and white film development process with the precision and reliability of Photographers' Formulary's Reducer IV. This high-quality product is a professional's choice for achieving the desired effects in black and white negatives, mirroring the characteristics of the traditional Ansco 311 formula. While it operates as a bleach rather than a conventional reducer, this solution plays a crucial role in the photographic development process.

The specialized chemicals within this kit expertly convert the metallic silver in the exposed negative back into silver halide. This reversible reaction allows for the possibility of redeveloping the image, giving photographers the flexibility to refine their work to perfection. Following the bleaching step, any standard developer can be reintroduced to convert the silver halide back to metallic silver, thus enhancing the image's visual quality.

Crafted for efficiency and effectiveness, the Reducer IV kit from Photographers' Formulary enables you to prepare a generous 1 liter of working solution. This solution is not only reusable but also boasts a durable shelf life and high capacity, ensuring that photographers can rely on it for numerous development sessions. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an enthusiast of the classic black and white medium, this reducer is an essential tool for your photographic arsenal, promising consistent and exceptional results every time.

Photographers' Formulary Reducer IV Features

  • Professional-grade reducer specifically designed for black and white film development
  • Mirrors the characteristics of the traditional Ansco 311 formula
  • Specialized chemicals convert metallic silver in negatives back into silver halide
  • Allows for redevelopment using any standard developer
  • Kit prepares 1 liter of reusable working solution
  • Ensures high capacity and durable shelf life for numerous development sessions

Key Features

  • Achieve archival quality in your black and white film with Reducer IV solution.
  • Easily dilute this Photographers' Formulary solution to your preferred concentration.
  • Get consistent results every time you use this black and white film reducer.
  • Enjoy a long shelf-life with this reliable darkroom chemical for lasting use.
  • Safely handle your negatives and prints with this trusted repair solution.
  • Perfect for fine grain reduction, this solution enhances your film development.