
Paterson darkroom products are in use all over the world in schools, colleges, and professional and enthusiast’s darkrooms. The comprehensive range of products includes film developing tanks, measuring graduates, enlarger accessories, film and print washing equipment and 35mm and roll film enlargers.
All of the darkroom plastics are manufactured in Paterson’s own factory in the UK.
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- Darkroom Equipment, Tank / Reel
35mm Tank and Reel
- The Paterson Super System 4 - 35mm Tank is constructed from high-impact polystyrene that stands up to high volume use. This tank has no hidden parts, and is always easy to keep clean. The Super System 4 Tanks are durable, easy to use, and provide consistent, even film development. They feature a unique snap-in light trapping funnel for quick filling…
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Auto Load Reel – 6 Pack (Special Order)
- Self-loading reel, adjustable for 35mm, 126, 127, 120 or 220 film formats. Wetload capability. Unique ball bearing ratchet system makes reel self-loading. Strong, chemical-resistant, able to withstand high film drying temperatures. UPC: 05022361010103
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Auto Load Reel – Single
- Self-loading reel, adjustable for 35mm, 126, 127, 120 or 220 film formats. Wetload capability. Unique ball bearing ratchet system makes reel self-loading. Strong, chemical-resistant, able to withstand high film drying temperatures. UPC: 05022361010080
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- Accessories, Darkroom Equipment
Auto Print Washer – Major (Special Order)
- The Patterson Major Auto Print Washer is designed to remove chemicals from fiber-based papers quickly and efficiently with water pressure. The prints are agitated through the built-in pump, which is controlled by water pressure delivering water on both sides of the print. The print basket, which is removable, holds up to twelve 12 x 16" prints in individual slots. Outlet…
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Auto Print Washer – Standard (Special Order)
- The Patterson Standard Auto Print Washer is designed to remove chemicals from fiber-based papers quickly and efficiently with water pressure. The prints are agitated through the built-in pump, which is controlled by water pressure delivering water on both sides of the print. The print basket, which is removable, holds up to twelve 12 x 10" prints in individual slots. Outlet…
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Changing Bag 24.2″ x 27.5″
- The Paterson Changing Bag is an essential piece of equipment that any photographer should keep in a darkroom. It is one of the most simple items to use and can potentially save you from losing a roll of jammed film stuck inside a camera. Having a changing bag on hand means that a jammed or partly exposed film can be…
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Chemical Mixing Rod (Special Order)
- The Paterson Chemical Stirrer is an ergonomically designed mixer that is specially shaped for efficient stirring and incorporates a particle crusher. It is invaluable when making up solutions either from liquid concentrates or from dry powdered chemicals. UPC: 05022361010240
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- Darkroom Equipment, Trays / Jugs
Developing Tray
- This Paterson Developing Tray is constructed of a hard durable, chemical resistant plastic, and is available for all popular print sizes in 3 colours to help differentiate between chemicals under safelight conditions. The trays base design gives maximum economy of solution and easy print removal, with a convenient pouring lip for drip-free emptying. They are available individually or in sets…
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Film Clip Set
- The Paterson Film Clip Set comprises of one weighted clip and one unweighted. The weighted clip is used at the bottom of the film to hold it straight while drying. Stainless steel pins grip the film securely to ensure that the film is held tightly while drying. UPC: 05022361010202
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- Accessories, Darkroom Equipment
Film Squeegee
- The Paterson Film Squeegee removes excess water from the surface of newly processed film, can be used in conjunction with Paterson Wetting Agent for best results.UPC: 05022361010189
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Force Film Washer
- The Paterson Force Film Washer provides quick and efficient film washing, The hose adapter fits most domestic faucets, and is designed for use with Paterson Super System 4 tanks. UPC: 05022361010172
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Funnel 11cm / 4.25″ (Special Order)
- The Paterson Funnel is made of virtually unbreakable polyethylene funnel, that is resistant to all darkroom chemicals It is designed with external ribs to prevent air-locks, for faster pouring without back-up and spill-over. Diameter: 4 - 1/4" UPC: 00700000613551
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High Speed Print Washer 1216 (Special Order)
- The Paterson High Speed 12x16" Print Washer connects to any faucet, and is designed for prmarily resin coated papers. The flow pattern of the High Speed Print Washer creates turbulence on both sides of the print to ensure all chemicals are thoroughly removed. Print separators are provided for smaller prints. A 3" wide splash guard over the inlet hose is…
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High Speed Print Washer 810 (Special Order)
- The Paterson High Speed 8x10" Print Washer connects to any faucet, and is designed for prmarily resin coated papers. The flow pattern of the High Speed Print Washer creates turbulence on both sides of the print to ensure all chemicals are thoroughly removed. Print separators are provided for smaller prints. Washes resin coated papers in 2 to 4 minutes Separators…
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Major Focus Finder (Special Order)
- At over twice the size of the Micro Focus Finder, this taller instrument enables the enlarger controls to be reached comfortably when making large prints although it is equally suitable for smaller prints down to 3.5×4.5in (9x12cm). Fully adjustable for individual eyesight. Designed for making big enlargements Adjustable for individual eyesight Weighted base for extra stability Download FactSheet
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Measuring Graduates
- The well-known Paterson Graduates are made from transparent polystyrene moulded under strictly controlled conditions to ensure total accuracy. They are of a cylindrical laboratory design giving uniform widely separated markings, calibrated in metric, Imperial and US scales, which are very easy to read. They are resistant to most photographic chemicals, and come in five sizes (45ml, 150ml, 300ml, 600ml, 1200ml),…
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Micro Focus Finder
- The Paterson Micro Focus Finder is invaluable for making sharp enlargements by giving a highly magnified image which snaps easily into focus. The Micro Focus Finders grain image is so bright, that it permits focusing at the working aperture to avoid focus shift when stopping down. It also features an adjustable eyepiece that can be calibrated for individual differences in…
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Mixing Jug
- Paterson Mixing Jugs are tough polypropylene moulded jugs designed to make mixing and measuring of chemical solutions very easy. They are resistant to all photographic chemicals and each is graduated in metric, Imperial and US scales. Moulded handles provide a firm grip, even with wet hands; Graduated in metric, Imperial and US scales; Choice of 1 litre or 2 litre.
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Monochrome Thermometer 9″
- The Paterson Certified Thermometer is a 9" long glass stem thermometer, calibrated and guaranteed accurate to 0.3 °C. Featuring dual scale markings in 0.3 °C steps from 13 to 30 °C and in 0.25 °F steps from 56 to 86 °F. Accurate temperature readings are essential for optimum processing. UPC: 05022361010691
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- Darkroom Equipment, Tank / Reel
Multi Reel 3 Tank (excl reels)
- The Paterson Multi-Reel 3 Developing Tank is constructed from high-impact polystyrene that stands up to high volume use. This tank has no hidden parts, and is always easy to keep clean. The Super System 4 Tanks are durable, easy to use, and provide consistent, even film development. They feature a unique snap-in light trapping funnel for quick filling and emptying,…
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Multi Reel 5 Tank (excl reels) (Special Order)
- The Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Tank is constructed from high-impact polystyrene that stands up to high volume use. This tank has no hidden parts, and is always easy to keep clean. The Super System 4 Tanks are durable, easy to use, and provide consistent, even film development. They feature a unique snap-in light trapping funnel for quick filling…
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Multi Reel 8 Tank (excl reels)
- The Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Tank is constructed from high-impact polystyrene that stands up to high volume use. This tank has no hidden parts, and is always easy to keep clean. The Super System 4 Tanks are durable, easy to use, and provide consistent, even film development. They feature a unique snap-in light trapping funnel for quick filling…
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- Darkroom Equipment, KIT
PATERSON & ILFORD Darkroom Starter Kit
- This kit is a convenient and affordable way to start making beautiful prints from your negatives and brings together a selection of essential darkroom equipment and materials. Contents: 1 x ILFORD MULTIGRADE RC DELUXE Pearl Paper 8×10” 25 sheet box 1 x ILFORD MULTIGRADE Developer 500ml bottle 1 x ILFORD ILFOSTOP 500ml bottle 1 x ILFORD RAPID FIXER 500ml bottle…
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PATERSON & ILFORD FILM PROCESSING KIT
- The perfect starter kit for anyone wanting to home develop black & white film Everything required to process 2 rolls of film Contains ILFORD Simplicity Film Processing Starter Pack And essential Paterson film processing equipment Convenient and affordable way to start processing your own film
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