What ISO is Ilford photo paper?

What ISO is Ilford photo paper?

As the name suggests this is an orthochromatic black and white film (all other ILFORD and Kentmere films are panchromatic) rated at ISO 80 in natural light and ISO 40 in Tungsten. “Our Ortho film was designed as a technical, high-resolution copy film for negatives and has been available in sheet format for some time.

Can photo paper go through airport security?

Yep, any undeveloped film or photo-sensitive paper will be totally destroyed if you check it in your luggage. They use a new high-intensity focussed X-ray machine that zaps your luggage with the equivalent of thousands of watts of light. So one way to handle it is to carry it on and ask for hand inspection.

Does Ilford still make film?

The company has gone through different ownership over the past 142 years, but Ilford film is still made in the United Kingdom. In a new video tour, Exploredinary takes us behind the scenes at the Ilford film factory in Mobberley, England.

Is Kentmere pan 400 C41?

Kodak TMax 400 vs Kentmere 400 (Ilford XP2 Super 400 is also a fine detail 400 speed B&W film but this is a C41 film). In terms of sharpness and resolution there is no contest, Kodak TMax is the clear winner.

How do I use Ilford multigrade developer?

MULTIGRADE developer is supplied as a liquid concentrate and is economical to use. The recommended dilution is 1 part developer mixed with 9 parts water. Mix only as much developer as is needed for that particular printing session.

How long does Ilford multigrade paper last?

Re: Expiration time for Ilford photo paper As a rule of thumb: 3 years in room temperature 7-8 years in a refrigerator. Paper used to hold up longer. I have Ilford Multigrade from the year 1997 in my frigde that is still OK. Some add antifoggant to the paper developer when older paper shows fog.

How do I store Ilford film?

Paper and film may either be refrigerated or frozen but should first be sealed in plastic bags for protection. Products should be allowed to return to room temperature before opening otherwise condensation will cause damage. Avoid repeated thawing and freezing of films.

Do the newest airport security scanners harm photographic film?

The x-ray scanners used by airports for security can actually expose and damage your unexposed film. It is best to take it in carry-on cabin luggage, as the scanners used for these bags aren’t as powerful and therefore there is less potential for damage. It is sometimes possible to request a hand inspection for films.