Arista EDU Ultra 100 B&W Negative Film, 8x10", 50 Sheets

From the darkroom to the light of your creative vision, the Arista.EDU Ultra 100 B&W Negative Film is a versatile and high-quality choice for photographers who appreciate the classic aesthetic of black and white imagery. This 8x10 inch film, available in a generous pack of 50 sheets, is designed to be compatible with all major black and white film processing systems, ensuring a seamless integration into your photographic workflow.Crafted for those who seek to achieve normal contrast negatives, the Arista.EDU Ultra 100 film provides standardized developing times at 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 degrees Celsius) with intermittent agitation. These times are a starting point and can be adjusted to accommodate variations in environmental conditions and equipment used.The film is receptive to a range of developers, including Arista's own line of powders and liquids, as well as popular developers from Ilford, Kodak, and Agfa. For instance, using Arista 76 Powder at stock dilution requires 6-7 minutes of development time, while a 1:1 dilution extends the time to 8-10 minutes. Similarly, the Arista Premium Powder at stock dilution calls for 6 minutes, and 7 minutes at a 1:1 dilution. The Arista Liquid Film Developer and Arista Premium Liquid Developer both recommend a 7-minute development time at their respective dilutions.For those who prefer other brands, the film also performs well with Ilford ID-11 and Kodak D-76 developers, requiring 6-7 minutes at stock dilution and 8-10 minutes at a 1:1 dilution. Kodak XTOL developer can be used straight for a 5-6 minute development time, while Kodak TMAX Developer at a 1:4 dilution also requires 5-6 minutes. For a more concentrated option, Kodak HC 110 at a 1:31 dilution and Agfa Rodinal at a 1:25 dilution offer alternative developing times.To ensure optimal development, the recommended agitation protocol involves continuous movement for the first 30 seconds, followed by 5 to 7 inversion cycles every 30 seconds for the remainder of the development time. For rotary processors using continuous agitation, it's advised to reduce the developing times by 15%.As with any photographic process, development times may need fine-tuning to align with individual processing systems and personal techniques. If your established system is already yielding satisfactory results, you can adjust the recommended development times to achieve the specific contrast levels you desire.The Arista.EDU Ultra 100 B&W Negative Film is not only a testament to the enduring power of black and white photography but also a reliable medium for photographers dedicated to the craft. With its consistent performance and adaptability to various developers and processing styles, this film is an excellent choice for both experienced darkroom enthusiasts and those new to film photography.