Films And Chemistry I use

Developers

Pyrocat HD

*D23 (main developer, see *recipe below)

**DK-25R (replenisher for D23, see recipe below)

R09 One Shot (Rodinal), used in tandem with EcoPro when shooting Fomapan 100 at EI800. Also used for Stand Developing on slower films (under 200 ASA)

Kodak HC-110 – used for Stand Developing on faster films (200 ASA and higher).

*D23 Developer

Mixing D23 is a simple as making a cup of sweetened instant coffee. Start with 700ml of water warmed to 104 degrees (40c). Dissolve a pinch of Sodium Sulfite in the warmed water. This will inhibit the Metol from oxidizing as it is mixed. Next, add the Metol and stir until completely dissolved. Now, add the Sodium Sulfite and stir until completely dissolved. Add water to make 1Ltr. After mixing let the developer sit for 24 hours before use.

**DK-25R (D-23 Replenisher)

Mixing is identical to D23. Start with 300ml of water warmed to 104 degrees (40c). Dissolve a pinch of Sodium Sulfite in the warmed water. This will inhibit the Metol from oxidizing as it is mixed. Next, add the Metol and stir until completely dissolved. Now, add the Sodium Sulfite and stir until completely dissolved. Finally, add and dissolve the Sodium Metaborate. Add water to make 500ml. After mixing let the Replenisher sit for 24 hours before use.

Films I Currently Use

Ilford HP5+ (120, 135)

Fomapan 100 (135)