Multigrade Developer Is An Economical Developer Primarily Recommended For Use With Multigrade Papers. Use This Versatile Developer To Process Both Resin Coated And Fiber Base Enlarging Papers. 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. For Multigrade Iv Rc Deluxe And Multigrade Iii Rc Rapid Papers, The Image Appears After 10 Seconds And Development, At 68�F (20�C), Is Complete In 1 Minute. This Development Time Produces Prints Identical In Contrast And Maximum Density To Prints Processed For Two Minutes In A Conventional Tray Developer. For Multigrade Fb Papers, The Image Appears After 35 Seconds With A Development Range Of 1 - 2 - 3 Minutes At 68�F (20�C). Development May Be Extended To 6 Minutes Without Any Noticeable Change In Contrast Or Fog. For Greater Development Control And Added Economy, Multigrade Developer Can Also Be Diluted At 1+14. Diluted Multigrade Developer Will Stay In Good Condition In An Open Tray For Two Working Days, At Dilution 1+9 And For One Working Day, At Dilution 1+14. Unopened Bottles Of Multigrade Developer Will Keep Approximately 24 Months. Tightly Capped Half-Full Bottles Will Keep For Up To 6 Months. One Liter Of Working Strength Developer Will Process Up To 50 8X10 Inch Fiber Base Prints And 100 Resin Coated Prints.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions of the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: The dimensions are six point six one inches in length, two point five two inches in width, and two point two inches in height.
Q: What is the shelf life of the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: Unopened bottles keep for approximately twenty-four months, while tightly capped half-full bottles maintain quality for up to six months.
Q: What is the material of the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: The developer is primarily made for use with paper and is a liquid concentrate.
Q: How do I properly dilute the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: Dilute one part developer with nine parts water for standard use, or at a ratio of one part developer to fourteen parts water for greater economy.
Q: How do I use the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: Mix the developer as needed for your printing session. For best results, follow the dilution guidelines and process your prints accordingly.
Q: Can I use this developer with both resin coated and fiber base papers?A: Yes, the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer is versatile and suitable for use with both types of papers.
Q: What are the recommended development times for this developer?A: For resin coated papers, images appear in ten seconds with complete development in one minute. For fiber base papers, development ranges from one to three minutes.
Q: Is the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer suitable for beginners?A: Yes, this developer is designed for both professional and amateur photographers, making it suitable for beginners.
Q: How should I store the diluted Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer?A: Diluted developer can remain in an open tray for two working days at one to nine dilution, and one working day at one to fourteen dilution.
Q: What should I do if the developer arrives damaged?A: If the developer arrives damaged, contact the seller immediately for assistance with returns or exchanges.
Q: Is this developer safe to use with all types of photographic papers?A: Yes, it is specifically formulated for use with MULTIGRADE papers, including both resin coated and fiber base.
Q: How do I ensure the developer stays in good condition?A: Store unopened bottles in a cool, dry place and ensure tightly capped bottles are kept away from direct sunlight.
Q: Can I extend the development time without affecting the print quality?A: Yes, you can extend the development time for fiber base papers up to six minutes without noticeable changes in contrast or fog.
Q: What is the maximum number of prints that can be processed with one liter of developer?A: One liter of working strength developer can process up to fifty eight by ten inch fiber base prints and one hundred resin coated prints.
Q: Does the Ilford Multigrade Paper Developer have any hazardous materials?A: No, the developer does not contain hazardous materials.