For Sale FS: Phototherm Sidekick 4 with all the trimmings

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AlbertZeroK

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My wife told me I couldn't keep the both of my Phoththerms because she said I don't have room to hook up a second (which is what I would eventually do if I keep it - oh she knows me too well). So I'm selling my spare. $800 plus shipping (atleast $100). I am in Southern Va, so I might be able to meet someone from VA/NC/TN/GA/PA. Just put a new Temp sensor in it and you'll get a ton of bottles, atleast 20, but I think I have more. They are all in various condition from clean to ugly.

Great for the photo hobbyist! New, these machines are $4,500, so this is an amazing opportunity to get an amazing machine! This is a Sidekick, SK4.3. This will automatically process E-6, C-41, Black and White and ECN-2 film all autommatically. This is my spare machine and I wouldn't give mine up for anything! Comes complete with all sensors, reels and two drums (one for 2 rolls, one for 4 rolls). I will also include at least 20 bottles for chemistry and 10 Reels (Reels are standard Paterson Reels which are about the most popular reels around and found everywhere). I can assist with setup and operation. This is fully tested and working with all required parts.


The PhotoTherm Mini Automatic Processor-Dryer is perfect for the photographer who enjoys using film. It's easy to work at home without the need for a darkroom or dedicated space. It operates on 120v household current and uses small batches of developing chemicals. Simply mix a batch of chemistry in the handy plastic bottles. The Photo-Therm syphons the exact amount of chemistry needed, heats it to the required temperature, rotates the film in the chemical, and drains the used chemistry to a waste container. Photo-Therm uses separate bottles for each process, avoiding cross contamination. Then it automatically cleans the system, for the next batch. And you can push process.

From the previous owner: This machine was originally purchased in 1995 and works fine. It was used for small numbers of b&w and slide films each week for approx. 7 years. It was cleaned after use, and has been stored since. There are a couple chemical stains below the drum and on the back below the tubing connections. It includes two processing drums(shown), enough bottles for 3 separate chemistry setups, tubing, graduated cylinders, negative sleeves, instructions, and video.

This machine worked great for the b&w, C-41, ECN-2 and E-6 slide needs of a small photofinishing business.

-Processes
--Color Negatives
--Slides
--ECN-2 (Movie Film)
--B&W Negatives
-Daylight Operation. No need for a darkroom.
-35mm, 120 / 220, 4x5 Films
-Completely automatic cycles, for each film type
-Push processing adjustment
-Film is constantly rotated in developing chemicals for unifom processing
-Solutions automatically heated to required temperatures
-Drying cycle
-No plumbing required
-Simply plug into a 120v household outlet
-Compact: 21"L x 16"W x 13"H Weight 23 lbs.
-Small batch developing saves money. Easy to handle.
-No minimum number of films needed. Process 1 film or many.
-Warning tone alerts you when batch is finished.
-Self cleaning
 

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Mmmm under $200 shipping to Aus according to USPS.
 

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This is the best film processor in the world for a hobbyist. I also have one and would never give it up. But the best part is their support. I just got off the phone with phototherm trying to debug drainage problem. They are so helpful and a pleasure to talk to! I highly recommend it!

By the way, Albert, if you have a bunch of spare bottles, would you sell some to me?
 
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This is the best film processor in the world for a hobbyist. I also have one and would never give it up. But the best part is their support. I just got off the phone with phototherm trying to debug drainage problem. They are so helpful and a pleasure to talk to! I highly recommend it!

By the way, Albert, if you have a bunch of spare bottles, would you sell some to me?

Tell me about it! As for spare bottles, I'll look you up if they don't sell. But for mine, I use 2Quart/2Liter bottles from the dollar store, drill a hole in the top for a 1/2 PEX pipe and use a plastic barb in line connector for 1/4 ID hose. Use the same thing for developer, only I use a black bottle and top it off with Nitrogen. I'll have to post some photos.
 

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Because of the size, shipping this thing anywhere outside the US is going to be pricy, like $500+. Not sure about to canada, but still expensive.

If you don't get other offers for some time I'd still consider it
 
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Sound interesting, pm me the details. Though I know I'm going to take a bit hit from the shipping alone
 
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