Photographers' Formulary 1lbs Sodium Hydroxide, Hazmat

SKU: PYSHY1LB MFR: 10-1270 1LB
$9.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve high-contrast black and white prints with this powerful Sodium Hydroxide.
  • Use as a high-energy accelerator for quick-acting film developers; see rapid results!
  • Our 1lb Sodium Hydroxide is perfect for activating low-energy developing agents.
  • Get consistent, reliable results in your darkroom with this quality Photographers' Formulary chemical.
  • This caustic alkali ensures your developer works powerfully, ideal for demanding projects.
  • Note: Developers compounded with caustic alkali may exhaust quickly; plan accordingly.
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Photographers' Formulary Sodium Hydroxide Specifications

  • Synonyms

    Caustic alkali
    Caustic soda
    Hydrate of soda
    Soda lye
    Sodic hydrate
    Lye
    Sodium hydroxide solid
    Sodium hydrate
    Red Devil Lye
    Mineral alkali

  • Appearance

    White, deliquescent pellets or flakes
    Odorless

  • Uses

    High-energy accelerator or alkali sometimes used to activate low-energy developing agents (e.g. hydroquinone).
    Caustic alkalis are most often used where a powerful and quick-acting developer is required. Developers compounded with caustic alkali have poor keeping properties and are soon exhausted.

  • Chemical Formula

    NaOH

  • Weight

    1lbs (0.45kg)

  • UPC Code

    675152127044

About Photographers' Formulary Sodium Hydroxide

Be prepared to elevate your photographic development process with our 1lbs Sodium Hydroxide from the trusted brand, Photographers' Formulary. This high-quality, pure Sodium Hydroxide is a potent accelerator or alkali, often utilized to activate low-energy developing agents such as hydroquinone.

Ideal for scenarios demanding a powerful and swift-acting developer, this reliable Sodium Hydroxide is a staple in professional photography darkrooms. However, it's important to note that developers compounded with this caustic alkali may have shorter shelf lives and can exhaust quickly, making it essential to use it judiciously.

Storage and handling of this product require special attention. It should be stored in a well-sealed bottle and weighed promptly, as it can absorb moisture from the air, altering its weight.

Please exercise caution while using this product. Among the chemicals commonly used in black & white darkrooms, Sodium Hydroxide is one of the most caustic. It shares its chemical composition with many commercial drain cleaners, underlining its potency.

In summary, our 1lbs Sodium Hydroxide is a professional-grade, effective photography chemical that promises to enhance your image development process.

Photographers' Formulary Sodium Hydroxide Features

  • High-quality Sodium Hydroxide from the trusted Photographers' Formulary brand
  • Potent accelerator or alkali, ideal for activating low-energy developing agents
  • Perfect for swift and powerful photographic development processes
  • Requires judicious usage due to its caustic nature and potential for quick exhaustion
  • Must be stored in a well-sealed bottle to avoid moisture absorption
  • Commonly used in professional black & white darkrooms for its effectiveness

Key Features

  • Achieve high-contrast black and white prints with this powerful Sodium Hydroxide.
  • Use as a high-energy accelerator for quick-acting film developers; see rapid results!
  • Our 1lb Sodium Hydroxide is perfect for activating low-energy developing agents.
  • Get consistent, reliable results in your darkroom with this quality Photographers' Formulary chemical.
  • This caustic alkali ensures your developer works powerfully, ideal for demanding projects.
  • Note: Developers compounded with caustic alkali may exhaust quickly; plan accordingly.