Photographers' Formulary 55 lbs Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate

SKU: PYSCM55LB MFR: 10-1195 55LB
$185.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve consistent black and white film development with this 55lb Sodium Carbonate.
  • Use as a key accelerator in your darkroom, ensuring optimal development of your film.
  • This high-quality Photographers' Formulary chemical provides excellent image quality.
  • Ideal for mixing your own developer solutions, offering control over your darkroom process.
  • Get archival properties in your prints by using this essential darkroom chemical.
  • Enjoy ease of use with this granular powder, perfect for various photographic applications.
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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

  • Notes

    Balanced Alkali (Kodalk) can be used as a substitute for carbonate or vice versa
    Cautions: Sodium carbonate releases a gas when added to an acid stop bath or an acid fixing bath; this gas may cause pinholes, or "blistering," to develop in film emulsions

  • Volume

    55 lbs (24.95kg)

About Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate

An essential tool for photographers, the Photographers' Formulary 55 lbs Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate is a high-quality chemical compound used in various photographic processes. This product is a key component in developing solutions, providing the alkaline environment necessary for the development of black and white film and paper.

This Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate is supplied in a substantial 55 lbs quantity, ensuring a long-lasting supply for your photographic needs. It is a reliable choice for both professional photographers and photography enthusiasts alike, offering consistent results in photo development.

The Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate is carefully packaged to maintain its purity and effectiveness. It is a crucial element in the photographic development process, contributing to the production of high-quality, clear, and detailed images.

Whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist, this Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate is a must-have for your darkroom supplies. It's not just a product, it's a vital part of your photography toolkit.

Photographers' Formulary Sodium Carbonate Features

  • High-quality Sodium Carbonate Monohydrate for photographic processes
  • Essential for developing black and white film and paper
  • Supplied in a substantial 55 lbs quantity for long-lasting use
  • Ideal for both professional photographers and photography enthusiasts
  • Carefully packaged to maintain purity and effectiveness
  • Contributes to the production of high-quality, clear, and detailed images

Key Features

  • Achieve consistent black and white film development with this 55lb Sodium Carbonate.
  • Use as a key accelerator in your darkroom, ensuring optimal development of your film.
  • This high-quality Photographers' Formulary chemical provides excellent image quality.
  • Ideal for mixing your own developer solutions, offering control over your darkroom process.
  • Get archival properties in your prints by using this essential darkroom chemical.
  • Enjoy ease of use with this granular powder, perfect for various photographic applications.