Photographers' Formulary 5lbs Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate

SKU: PYSCBM5LB MFR: 10-1192
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Key Features

  • Achieve optimal black and white development with our 5lbs Sodium Carbonate.
  • Use as a key developing accelerator for consistent, high-quality prints, easily!
  • Ensure chemical consistency in your darkroom; get predictable results every time.
  • This Monohydrate form of Sodium Carbonate mixes easily for hassle-free use.
  • Ideal for adjusting pH levels in your photographic solutions; get it right!
  • Get archival quality; our Sodium Carbonate helps ensure long-lasting prints.
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Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate Specifications

  • Synonyms

    Soda
    Sal soda
    Soda ash
    Washing soda
    Carbonate
    Carbonate of soda
    Carbonic acid, disodium salt; disodium carbonate
    Soda ash

  • Appearance

    White, odorless granular powder that absorbs moisture from the air

  • Uses

    One of the principle alkalies (accelerators) used in development

  • Chemical Formula

    Na2CO3

  • Weight

    5lbs (2.27kg)

  • UPC Code

    675152119117

About Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate

Bring your photography development process to the next level with the Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate. This 5lbs pack of Sodium Carbonate, often used as a principal alkali or accelerator, is a crucial component in the development process of photography.

Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate, plays a pivotal role in enhancing the contrast and sharpness of your photographs, making it an indispensable tool for both professional photographers and hobbyists alike. It's worth noting that Balanced Alkali (Kodalk) can be used interchangeably with Sodium Carbonate, providing flexibility in your development process.

However, it's important to exercise caution when using Sodium Carbonate. When added to an acid stop bath or an acid fixing bath, Sodium Carbonate releases a gas that may cause pinholes or "blistering" to develop in film emulsions.

In summary, the Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate, is a key ingredient in the photographic development process, helping to bring out the best in your images. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding enthusiast, this product is a valuable addition to your photography toolkit.

Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate Features

  • Essential component for photographic development, enhancing contrast and sharpness
  • 5lbs pack of Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate, suitable for extensive usage
  • Can be used interchangeably with Balanced Alkali (Kodalk) for flexibility in development process
  • Ideal for both professional photographers and photography enthusiasts
  • Caution needed when adding to acid stop bath or acid fixing bath to prevent film damage
  • Valuable addition to any photography toolkit, helping to optimize image results

Key Features

  • Achieve optimal black and white development with our 5lbs Sodium Carbonate.
  • Use as a key developing accelerator for consistent, high-quality prints, easily!
  • Ensure chemical consistency in your darkroom; get predictable results every time.
  • This Monohydrate form of Sodium Carbonate mixes easily for hassle-free use.
  • Ideal for adjusting pH levels in your photographic solutions; get it right!
  • Get archival quality; our Sodium Carbonate helps ensure long-lasting prints.