What's A Good Archival Print Washer?

[mtbbrian]

I am looking for a good print washer.
If money were no object, a Zone VI Studios one would be it, but of course my budget is limited.
So what is a good one?
I will be going to used route.
Thanks!
Brian

 

[david b]

I had asked in the past about Versalab Print washers. The 11x14 holds 14 images and is about $240.

 

[mtbbrian]

I have seen some Versalabs on EBAY..
Do you use one?
Brian

 

[david b]

I do use one and it works great. It appears to use very little water, which I like, but the water is constantly moving.

Do a search here on "versalab".

 

[mtbbrian]

Thanks!
I was a little skeptical of them until now.
I'll watch for one.
Versalab seems like quite the interesting company, they also make coffee and espresso makers! YUMMY!
Brian

 

[Lee Shively]

I second the Versalab. It's not pretty but it works well and doesn't cost a lot. I use the 11x14 model.

 

[Claire Senft]

Perhaps the best of the bunch, but hard to find, would be the Salthill.

 

[Konical]

Good Afternoon, Brian,

I haven't used others, but I'll add another recommendation for the Versalab.

Konical

 

[Loose Gravel]

I like my Cascade because of its low water usage. Still, it is expensive. I've never seen one used, but they must be out there.

http://www.summitek.com/cascade.html

 

[raucousimages]

Ditto. Summitek is the best. I own a Zone VI and love it but the Summitek is better.

 

[mtbbrian]

Summitek, is a few miles from me!
Interesting!
Brian

 

[timothygurney]

Hi,

They all work fine so long as there is a water flow over the print. Other important factors to consider:

Water temp at least at 20 °c
Any brand of Hypo clean (this will save time, water clean the hypo out better)

Tim

 

[Sal Santamaura]

Another vote for Summitek.

 

[Richard Wasserman]

I too use a Summitek and like it very much, but if my budget didn't stretch that far, I'd get a Versalab.

Richard Wasserman

 

[jeroldharter]

I have the Summitek 20 x 24 and it works well. Must be level to work well. I use mine out of the sink to save sink space. Very sparing with water use.