pyrocat hd film washing - 30 minutes critical?

[el wacho]

hi,

is the recommended 30 min ( after hca ) particular to pyrocat hd developed negs? or can i continue with my usual ilford recommended (i think?)

10 inversions, dump ,20 inversions, dump, 30 inversions washing method?


from my readings, i thought rc and film didn't hold onto hypo, ergo, shorter washing times.


thanks to all in advance!

 

[Andrew Moxom]

Pyrocat developed negs can be washed just like regularly developed negs in other developers. Pyrocat does tend to harden the emulsion, but not like a hardening fixer that would require additional washing to remove. So continue with your normal Ilford wash technique.

 

[el wacho]

saweeet!

 

[Zathras]

hi,

is the recommended 30 min ( after hca ) particular to pyrocat hd developed negs? or can i continue with my usual ilford recommended (i think?)

10 inversions, dump ,20 inversions, dump, 30 inversions washing method?


from my readings, i thought rc and film didn't hold onto hypo, ergo, shorter washing times.


thanks to all in advance!

Hmmm,

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think yer supposed to use HCA on films developed in Pyrocat or any other staining developers. HCA interferes with the formation of image stain IIRC. I also believe that a running water wash is also required to maximize stain formation.

Mike Sullivan