How store PT/PD chemistry correctly?

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Hi guys,
First post here. I got interested in alt processes about six months ago, and decided to buy my first PT/PD kit from LabOldTech. Im not planning on using it until March tho, i still have to build Uv exposure box and buy few things. Hence Mmy question: How should i store my chemistry? I havent opened any little bottle with ferric oxalate, platinum or palladium yet. I guess they have to be in space without access to uv light, but should i put it in freezer or room temperature wil be ok?
 

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In a dark cupboard is fine, no need to freeze. I keep all my chems in a cupboard in my DR, constant temp of 65f unless I turn on the heat.
 

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no need to freeze

In fact, better not freeze, as the chemistry may crystallize out. 9 times out of 10 you can get it dissolved again by warming the bottles back up and shaking a bit, but it's kind of frustrating (expensively so) if that somehow fails with Pt or Pd solutions....
 
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how bout putting it in fridge? will it affect pt,pd or ferric oxalate salts?
 

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There's no need and only the risk of crystallization. As said, it probably won't hurt, but why bother? Your chemicals will store virtually indefinitely right at room temperature in a dark cupboard.

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Store at room temp in a draw or other dark(ish) place. Don't freeze. The FO will only last about 6 months, but the metals are good forever. I've had platinum solution crystallize out a bit during storage, but warming it up and shaking will usually get everything back into solution.
 
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I know that FO last up to 8 months, but is it since i purchased one, or from the moment i open up the little bottle with it?
 

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I know that FO last up to 8 months, but is it since i purchased one, or from the moment i open up the little bottle with it?

IMO, 8 months is pushing it a bit. Since I mix it from scratch, I start my 6-month clock from the day it's mixed. Bad FO will cause you much headache and it's so inexpensive why mess around?
 
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