Harmon Direct Positive FB film
Jul 11, 2013 13:57:30 #
Ordered a box of Harmon Direct Positive FB Glossy film. While looking on the internet I suspect it does not have notches. Does anyone know how to tell the emulsion side. Called Adorama and they didn't know. I plan to cut this 4x5 down to 2x3 and it would really help if I knew what side has the emulsion.
Jul 11, 2013 14:08:17 #
Old trick...the side that sticks to your tongue better is the emulsion. I'm serious!
Also, if there is a slight curl to it, the emulsion is usually on the inside of the curl
Also, if there is a slight curl to it, the emulsion is usually on the inside of the curl
Jul 11, 2013 15:51:36 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Old trick...the side that sticks to your tongue better is the emulsion. I'm serious!
Also, if there is a slight curl to it, the emulsion is usually on the inside of the curl
Also, if there is a slight curl to it, the emulsion is usually on the inside of the curl
Interesting stuff.
I thought it was film.
I think the tongue test may still be valid.
With printing paper, the emulsion is usually on the outside of the curl. Not sure about this.
http://www.harmanexpress.com/prods/18/HARMAN-DIRECT-POSITIVE-PAPER.htm
Jul 11, 2013 17:11:48 #
Thanks The curling thing was what made me curious. I sent an Email to Ilford. I think I'll wait for their response before I start licking things that are probably not on the tasty side. Thanks for the info though.
Jul 12, 2013 01:49:53 #
farnsworth52 wrote:
Thanks The curling thing was what made me curious. I sent an Email to Ilford. I think I'll wait for their response before I start licking things that are probably not on the tasty side. Thanks for the info though.
This might help:
http://www.ilfordphoto.com/Webfiles/2010827171602436.pdf
Jul 12, 2013 07:32:58 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Interesting stuff.
I thought it was film.
I think the tongue test may still be valid.
With printing paper, the emulsion is usually on the outside of the curl. Not sure about this.
http://www.harmanexpress.com/prods/18/HARMAN-DIRECT-POSITIVE-PAPER.htm
I thought it was film.
I think the tongue test may still be valid.
With printing paper, the emulsion is usually on the outside of the curl. Not sure about this.
http://www.harmanexpress.com/prods/18/HARMAN-DIRECT-POSITIVE-PAPER.htm
I've done wet darkroom processing only once, at a workshop. Has anyone had experience with this Direct Positive paper? How must it be handled? What's the process after exposure? Does it require a full darkroom?
Jul 12, 2013 07:38:19 #
ygelman wrote:
I've done wet darkroom processing only once, at a workshop. Has anyone had experience with this Direct Positive paper? How must it be handled? What's the process after exposure? Does it require a full darkroom?
It always helps to read other posts. The previous one by Mogul has a link that should answer all your technical questions.
Jul 12, 2013 07:47:34 #
johnship
Loc: Houston, Texas
I suggest that you take a single sheet of film out into the light so you can determine the side emulsion. If you hold it at an angle to a light the emulsion side will be duller.
Jul 12, 2013 07:48:39 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
It always helps to read other posts. The previous one by Mogul has a link that should answer all your technical questions.
Sorry. Mogul's excellent post came as I was working on my reply.
Jul 12, 2013 08:14:53 #
johnship
Loc: Houston, Texas
I see now it's paper not film. The emulsion side will be smoother, easy to tell the difference with glossy paper. Using cotton gloves also helps.
Jul 12, 2013 08:32:29 #
johnship
Loc: Houston, Texas
You purchase this paper without reading the requirements to handle and process? I read the technical on this paper and you going to need to buy more than the paper.
Jul 12, 2013 09:49:11 #
farnsworth52 wrote:
Ordered a box of Harmon Direct Positive FB Glossy film. While looking on the internet I suspect it does not have notches. Does anyone know how to tell the emulsion side. Called Adorama and they didn't know. I plan to cut this 4x5 down to 2x3 and it would really help if I knew what side has the emulsion.
how do you intend to expose the paper? pinhole camera? mounted in film backs?
sounds like fun - enjoy. :D
p.s. where can i see more of your stuff?
Jul 12, 2013 09:57:03 #
Wow-- Lots of response. Yes I already have the Darkroom supplies and already develop my own film. I built a pinhole camera that I can use 2x3 film holders ,roll and polaroid film in.I figured I'd try the stuff that Ilford sends with it's pinhole camera. After some investigating I found that it does not have notches and thats what started the thread. Thank You One and All for your help. PS I know that it doesn't come in 2x3 I plan to cut it down like I do color film.
Jul 12, 2013 10:12:26 #
ygelman wrote:
Sorry. Mogul's excellent post came as I was working on my reply.
That happens to me occasionally too.
This thread has me interested.
I got rid of almost all my darkroom equipment about 10 years ago and I have missed it.
Cheers!
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