C41 Digibase® Instruction Manual MIXING 3 Fixier

90-104°F
(32-40°C)
Fixer Working
professional made by compard KG, Geesthacht. Digibase ist ein geschütztes Warenzeichen.
solution

Self processing of color negative films in home photo laboratories is rebounding

1 Color Developer
popularity. Due to increasing demand compard, manufacturer of the DIGIBASE 120°F (49°C) H2O
+ =
C-41 CHEMISTRY, has developed special chemistry sets in close cooperation Part A Part B Part C Starter Working
solution
with international photographers. A B C Tank Working solution Water (49°C) Fixer Capacity Films
These sets are especially designed for beginners to facilitate self processing of
color negative films, amateur photographers with medium scale film usage, semi- 250 ml 200 ml 50 ml 5-7
professional photographers and small to medium scale professional laboratories. H2O
+ + + + = 1000 ml 800 ml 200 ml 20 - 28
Fill the measuring cylinders for color developers with tempered water.
The DIGIBASE C-41 color photo chemistry set is characterized by the following
Add color developer part A concentrate and stir to mix developer and water. JOBO Tank 2513 170 ml 136 ml 34 ml 3-5
qualities:
Add color developer part B concentrate and keep stirring.
Add color developer part C concentrate and keep stirring. JOBO Tank 2551 640 ml 512 ml 128 ml 13 - 18
• Color chemistry of highest quality, based on C-41 standard process.
Add color developer starter concentrate and keep stirring. JOBO Tank 2523 270 ml 216 ml 54 ml 5-8
• Economical and more environment-friendly – due to the alternative of using single
components.
Add tempered water to make up to the final volume (see chart) and stir. JOBO Tank 2561 850 ml 680 ml 170 ml 17 - 24
• User-friendly package sizes.
• Unique modular system: There are kits available for the development JOBO Tank 140 ml Rotation 112 ml 28 ml 3-4
Water Part Part Part Star- Capacity
of 10, 20 or 40 films. Also the purchase of single components is possible. Tank Working solution System 1510 250 ml Kipp/Inversion 200 ml 50 ml 5-7
(49°C) A B C ter Films
• Free choice of buying complete kits or single components. JOBO Tank 470 ml Rotation 376 ml 94 ml 9 - 14
• Due to the optimized package sizes full depletion and the maximum utilization of the 250 ml 172,5 25 25 25 2,5 3-5 System 1540 975 ml Kipp/Inversion 780 ml 195 ml 20 - 27
chemistry within the shelf-life is possible.
1000 ml 690 100 100 100 10 12 - 20 AP Mini Compact 300 ml 240 ml 60 ml 6-9
Extremely long shelf-life of the liquid concentrates. The various disadvantages of
powder chemistry are avoided. 1x135/126 = 375 ml 300 ml 75 ml 8 - 11
• Even with smaller film quantities very good economy. JOBO Tank 2513 170 ml 117,3 17 17 17 1,7 2-4 2x135/126 = 650 ml 520 ml 130 ml 13 - 19
AP Compact
• Exceptional attractive price performance ratio. 1x127 = 460ml 368 ml 92 ml 9 - 13
JOBO Tank 2551 640 ml 441,6 64 64 64 6,4 8 - 13
• Due to the standardization of the C-41 system the DIGIBASE C-41 color chemistry can 1x120/220 = 590ml 472 ml 118 ml 12 - 17
be supplemented without any problems with the C-41 chemistry of other manufacturers. JOBO Tank 2523 270 ml 186,3 27 27 27 2,7 3-6
• The DIGIBASE C41 packaging is derived from specialized packagings for professional
extensive use. JOBO Tank 2561 850 ml 586,5 85 85 85 8,5 10 - 17
• For the first time DIGIBASE C-41 color chemistry enables the photographer to use JOBO Tank 140 ml Rotation 96 14 14 14 1,4 2-3 90-104°F
lower process temperatures. System 1510 250 ml Kipp/Inversion 172,5 25 25 25 2,5 3-5 4 Stabilizer (32-40°C)
Stabilizer Working
This facilitates the processing of color films, particularly in the private home laboratory. solution
JOBO Tank 470 ml Rotation 325 47 47 47 4,7 6 - 10
• The DIGIBASE C-41 color chemistry is usable for creative processes like „cross System 1540 975 ml Kipp/Inversion 672,75 97,5 97,5 97,5 9,75 12 - 20
development “, the development of reversal films in C-41 chemistry. In this cross
process the color and contrast changes are affected by omitting and/or increasing of the AP Mini Compact 300 ml 207 30 30 30 3 4-6
H2O
+ =
starter quantities to color developers. 1x135/126 = 375 ml 258,75 37,5 37,5 37,5 3,75 5-8
2x135/126 = 650 ml 448,5 65 65 65 6,5 8 - 13
AP Compact
1x127 = 460ml 317,4 46 46 46 4,6 6-9 Tank Working solution Water (49°C) Stabilizer Capacity Films
1x120/220 = 590ml 407,1 59 59 59 5,9 7 - 11
PREPARATION of the devices and the accessories. 250 ml 225 ml 25 ml 15
We have specified some important points you should consider before you start the
95-104°F 1000 ml 900 ml 100 ml 60
processing:
2 Bleacher
(35-40°C)
Bleach Working
solution
Please place the devices on a table which you need for processing: JOBO Tank 2513 170 ml 153 ml 17 ml 10
JOBO Tank 2551 640 ml 576 ml 64 ml 38
1. Exposed films. Color negatvice films (process C-41) have to be separated from color
slide films (process E6). H2O
+ = JOBO Tank 2523 270 ml 243 ml 27 ml 16
2. Collect as many films as possible for one processing run, because already with the
Tank Working solution Water (49°C) Bleach Capacity Films JOBO Tank 2561 850 ml 765 ml 85 ml 50
DIGIBASE C-41 mini kit you can process up to 2 x 5 films (135-36 and/or 120).
3. The developing tank: If your developing tank has only one reel, then additional reels 250 ml 180 ml 70 ml 5-7 JOBO Tank 140 ml Rotation 126 ml 14 ml 8
should be present. Why? Because you can spool in films without problems only into System 1510 250 ml Kipp/Inversion 225 ml 25 ml 15
1000 ml 720 ml 280 ml 20 - 28
perfectly dry reels. Wet reels can cause holdups of film and even breaks. JOBO Tank 470 ml Rotation 423 ml 47 ml 28
System 1540 975 ml Kipp/Inversion 877,5 ml 97,5 ml 58
4. Several measuring cylinders of different volumes should be present.
JOBO Tank 2513 170 ml 122 ml 48 ml 3-5 AP Mini Compact 300 ml 270 ml 30 ml 18
To each DIGIBASE C-41 kit syringes of different contents are attached.
JOBO Tank 2551 640 ml 460 ml 180 ml 13 - 18 1x135/126 = 375 ml 338 ml 37 ml 22
The smallest syringes are intended for the developer starter and the stabilization
bath. The 3 larger syringes are intended for the 3 different color developers. JOBO Tank 2523 270 ml 195 ml 75 ml 5-8 2x135/126 = 650 ml 585 ml 65 ml 39
AP Compact
1x127 = 460ml 414 ml 46 ml 27
5. We recommend using 3 to 4 bottles for storing the working solution after use. JOBO Tank 2561 850 ml 612 ml 238 ml 17 - 24 1x120/220 = 590ml 530 ml 60 ml 35
Then it is readily available for the next processing runs.
JOBO Tank 140 ml Rotation 100 ml 40 ml 3-4
6. Using a precise thermometer is recommended.
System 1510 250 ml Kipp/Inversion 180 ml 70 ml 5-7
7. Metallic film clips are essential for hanging up the wet films.
JOBO Tank 470 ml Rotation 338 ml 132 ml 9 - 14
8. For keeping the processing times precisely a laboratory clock and/or a stop watch
System 1540 975 ml Kipp/Inversion 702 ml 273 ml 20 - 27
should be used.
AP Mini Compact 300 ml 216 ml 84 ml 6-9
9. For preparing the working solution using tap water is possible - we recommend
however „distilled water “(demineralized water). 1x135/126 = 375 ml 270 ml 105 ml 8 - 11
2x135/126 = 650 ml 468 ml 182 ml 13 - 19
AP Compact
1x127 = 460ml 331 ml 128 ml 9 - 13
1x120/220 = 590ml 425 ml 165 ml 12 - 17
 Safety Notes
PROCESSING 5 Stabilizer
WARNING This kit contains chemicals that may be hazardous if misused. Always
wear safety glasses, rubber gloves and protective clothing, such as a lab coat or plas-
tic apron, when working with chemicals. While the hazard rating of this kit is low, cauti-
This general information is based on intensive tests and experiences of many users of the
on should be exercised. Do not allow children to use this kit without adult supervision.
DIGIBASE C-41 chemistry, who have reported their results and have given allowance for
publishing. No responsibility is accepted for the correctness of this information. Processing Temperatur Time Agitation
Invert the tank continuously
90 - 104°F 1 Min. - for the first 15 seconds, after-
1 Pre-Soaking (32 - 40°C) 1 Min 20 Sek. wards agitate once every 30
seconds.

Processing Temperatur Time Agitation Using of color stabili- Developer Part A Developer Part B
zer is recommended Xn Contains: Xn Contains:
Pre-Soaking is necessary to temper the 77°F Agitate once every 30 0,5-2% KOH Potassium Carbonate Hydroxyl amine sulfate
Invert the tank for an optimal drying 1 Min 30 Sek.
developing tank and reel, to give them the 25°C seconds.
68°F - 100°F 2-3 continuously of the film, and soap
correct working temperature. If you don’t do Noxious Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence Irritant Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence
20°C - 38°C Min. for the first 15 rings can be avoided.
that, a sudden temperature change will oc- of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisa- of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisa-
seconds, after-
cur and the working temperature of the color wards agitate tion by skin contact. Possible risk of irrevers- tion by skin contact. Possible risk of irrevers-
chemistry will change to incorrect values. once every 30 ible effects. Keep out of the reach of children. ible effects. Keep out of the reach of children.
Pre-soaking has to be done with the same 113°F In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately In case of contact with eyes rinse immedi-
2 Min. seconds.
temperature you use for processing. 45 °C Rapid 6 Drying with plenty of water and seek medical ad-
vice. Wear suitable protective clothing and
ately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves. If swallowed seek medical advice im- gloves. If swallowed seek medical advice im-
Unfortunately many errors occur during the drying process. For this reason please work in this mediately and show this container or label. mediately and show this container or label.
process with the same concentration and reliability as you have done before with the color
2 Color Developer chemistry.
• Take the film out of the reel without touching it with your fingers. That is quite easy, if you Developer Part C Fixer
immediately affix the film clip to the film end in the reel.
Processing Temperatur Zeit Kipprhythmus Xn Contains: Irritating to skin and eyes. Safety advise : In
• Afterwards hang up the film. p- Phenylene diamine derivative case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
100°F Invert the tank continuously • Then open the reel by turning and let the film sliding out of the reel. (CD-4)
3 Min. 15 Sek. with plenty of water and seek medical advise.
Preheating of the de- (37,8°C ±0,3º) for the first 15 seconds, after- Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
• Affix the film clip with counterweight at the top of the film. Noxious, Dangerous for the environ-
veloping tank: The 113°F wards agitate once every 30
2 Min. • The room in which the film is hanging for drying must be dust free. For example you can ment • Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence of
tank should stand 45 °C Rapid seconds. Irritant pour les yeux et la peau. Conseils
a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisation
use the shower cubicle, and before drying rinse the cubicle with water to remove the dust. de prudence : En cas de contact avec les
in a tempered water 77 °F by skin contact. Possible risk of irreversible
bath to reduce tem- 13 Min. • Please be careful if you use a hair blower to shorten the drying time. Why? Because of the effects. Keep out of the reach of children. In yeux, laver immédiatement et abondam-
25 °C Agitate once every 30
perature variability not filtrated air flow you will definitely get dust on the film. case of contact with eyes rinse immediately ment avec de l’eau et consulter un spécial-
68 °F seconds. iste. Porter des gants appropriés et un ap-
21 Min. • As soon as the film is dry, cut it in strips and archive it in negative sleeves. with plenty of water and seek medical ad-
20 °C vice. Wear suitable protective clothing and pareil de protection des yeux/du visage.
gloves. If swallowed seek medical advice im-
mediately and show this container or label.

! Trouble Shooting
3 Bleach
Bleacher Stabilizer
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Xn
Contains: Xn Contains: 1,2 benzoisothiazolin-
• Low development temperature Reread and follow all instructions
Processing Temperatur Time Agitation 0,5-2% KOH Potassium Carbonate 3-on
Thin negatives • Under exposure in camera carefully on temperature control,
90 - 104°F 3 Min. - Invert the tank continuously • Developer exhausted solution, capacity, etc.
(32 - 40°C) 4 Min 20 Sek. Noxious Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence Noxious Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence
for the first 15 seconds, after- Negatives appear
wards agitate once every 30 of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisa- of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisa-
113°F more magenta than • Developer too warm Maintain temperature control.
2 Min. seconds. tion by skin contact. Possible risk of irrevers- tion by skin contact. Possible risk of irrevers-
45 °C Rapid more normal with • Overly vigorous agitation in Use only agitation methods ible effects. Keep out of the reach of children.
ible effects. Keep out of the reach of children.
higher density near conventional tank prescribed. In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately
77 °F Agitate once every 30 sprocket holes
6 Min. with plenty of water and seek medical ad- with plenty of water and seek medical ad-
25 °C seconds.
Black “dirt” specks vice. Wear suitable protective clothing and vice. Wear suitable protective clothing and
Remove ALL carbon jet backing gloves. If swallowed seek medical advice im-
on negatives which • Improperly washed 5247 film gloves. If swallowed seek medical advice im-
during final rinse. mediately and show this container or label. mediately and show this container or label.
print as white spots.
Negatives look OK
but prints ar a bit too • Too little development Increase development time.
4 Fixierbad flat.
Negatives look OK
but loss of highlight • Too much development Decrease development time. EQUIPMENT NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR KIT
Processing Temperatur Time Agitation and shadow detail. • A stop watch or a darkroom timer.
color of the mask new bleach and fixing run with • A processing tank and reels or a rotary-tube type processor.
bleach and fixing time too short
90 - 104°F 4 Min. 20 Sek. - brownish correct times • Three empty chemical containers.
(32 - 40°C) 6 Min 30 Sek. milky cords and insufficient bleaching / fixing, • A graduate.
new bleach and fixing run • An accurate thermometer.
Agitate once every 30 areas after drying insufficient wetting of the film
113°F seconds. Irregular color of the • A film squeegee or a soft sponge.
2 Min. 30 Sek. • Temperature control equipment or a large tub to hold warm water.
45 °C Rapid mask, minimal den- color developer is contaminated
fresh solution of color developer
77°F sity too high, but ma- with bleach
7 Min.
25°C ximal density too low
whitely blurs on the calcium carbonate blurs, water use distilled / demineralized
dry film was too hard water for stabilizer bath