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Review Summary
2019-02-08T03:24:49
If you use any of the staining developers this product won't alter the stain. If not, you'll still get the benefit of fast fixing -- about a minute for fiber base paper. Don't be concerned about the appearance of the precipitate in the bottom of the bottle. When you mix it up according to the directions, that will go into solution with a little stirring and some patience.
Ross E.
2018-09-16T10:23:33
Great product
Ken C.
2018-03-11T12:25:15
Excellent fixer. I use this and TF-5 and get excellent results. I like not having to use a chemical stop bath. I use about a liter of distilled water at 20C in two 30 second baths between my developer and fixer using TF-4.
ROBERT E.
2017-09-12T04:19:02
I'm a complete noob but this was easy enough to use. Removed magenta stain from tri-x like described,
DANIEL F.
2017-06-23T16:24:52
I use this after developing with Pyro Developer. I like that it combines stop bath and fixer in one. One less step. The combination of TF-4 and Pyro produces amazing negatives with a wide range of gradations in tones.
JON P.
2017-02-28T10:28:11
TF4 is fantastic. It's all I use and it's minimalistic by taking out other steps of film processing.
Alfred J.
2017-02-17T11:41:04
Excellent product. Fix and stop in one step. Yes.
Hamish J.
2015-04-21T21:00:00
Switched to this fixer via a recommendation from someone on youtube. First thing I noticed and I don't know if it's because of my humid climate, but when I was shaking the bottle I found it built up static charge, which was amusing. Anyway, mixing the gallon of fixer was easy, and using it per instructions yielded beautiful results. This is great will buy again.
Brandon L.
2012-04-01T21:00:00
I was recommended to use this because I was using regular Kodak fixer on Foma/Arista EDU 100 4 by 5 film and getting some blotchy clumping in the grain. Someone who got the same results said this fixer worked much better, and he was right -- first test shows vast improvement.
CHARLES T.
Photographic Processing
16Lt Solution
1Gal
675152515254
Easy to Use and Lasts a Long Time
By Ross E.
If you use any of the staining developers this product won't alter the stain. If not, you'll still get the benefit of fast fixing -- about a minute for fiber base paper. Don't be concerned about the appearance of the precipitate in the bottom of the bottle. When you mix it up according to the directions, that will go into solution with a little stirring and some patience.
It replaces a stop when developing film
By Ken C.
Great product
Discover the unparalleled efficiency of the TF-4 1Gal Archival Rapid Fixer, a high-quality solution designed for both black and white film and paper. Crafted by the reputable brand, Photographers' Formulary, this professional-grade fixer is perfect for use with PMK and other Pyro Film Developers.
Experience the convenience of TF-4's unique formula that combines the functions of a stop bath and fixer in one, eliminating the need for a separate hypo clearing agent. This feature not only simplifies the process but also reduces the time spent on developing your film or paper.
TF-4 Archival Rapid Fixer is highly effective in batch processing, capable of fixing resin-coated paper in just 30 seconds and fiber-based paper in 60 seconds. It's also compatible with T-Max films, requiring a mere 6 minutes to remove the magenta stain, making it a reliable choice for photographers seeking versatility in their fixer solution.
This durable fixer solution is a non-hardening type, making it ideal for prints that are to be toned or retouched. With most modern film emulsions incorporating built-in hardeners, TF-4 eliminates the need for additional hardening in the fix.
The ready-to-use stock solution, which boasts a shelf life of 1 year, is diluted at a ratio of 1:3 to create the working solution. This working solution remains effective for up to 6 months, providing you with a long-lasting solution for all your film and paper fixing needs.
With its large size and minimal odor when mixed with distilled water, the TF-4 1Gal Archival Rapid Fixer offers both convenience and a pleasant user experience. Trust in the quality and effectiveness of Photographers' Formulary's products for your film and paper development needs.