[LargeFormat] Processing 4X5 recommandations.

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> on 12/27/01 7:42 PM, Robert Mayrand at dnaryam@videotron.ca wrote:
> 
> > I'm new to large format. And I'm a bit scared with the hanger technique
> > processing, so I plan on going with a daylight tank or drum processing. The
> > drum is quite appealing to me, but I'm not really sure what's available out
> > there and what I really need. I've even heard of some people building their
> > own drum.......so please help me, and guide me trough this maze of
> > possibilities!
> > 
> > Thank You
> > 
> > Robert 
> > Mtl, Quebec
> 
> Hi Robert,
> 
> If you decide to try a daylight tank, I highly recommend one called the
> Combi-Plan.  I've been using mine for about 3 years and its wonderful.  You
> can load six sheets at a time (I've heard from people who do 12 at a time,
> I'm not that brave) and agitate using the inversion method.  I have NEVER
> had a problem with streaking or uneven developement.  I only wish I could
> use it for 8x10's!  Good luck.
> 
> Tori
Im afraid I must disagree, I've had nothing but trouble with the combiplan tank, usually with film touching. Maybe its the way I load it (I do find it difficult in the dark to get the sheets to sit in their grooves). I've gone back to trays - the 1 litre of chemicals needed in the combiplan is more than enough for tray development.