This is a brilliant metol-hydroquinone tray developer for roll, pack and sheet film
To make the stock solution:
| Hot Water (125F or 52C) | 900 ml |
| Metol | 4.5 g |
| Sodium Sulfite, anhydrous | 14 g |
| Hydroquinone | 7.5 g |
| Sodium Carbonate, monohydrated | 54 g |
| Potassium Bromide | 3 g |
| Water to make | 1 L |
For use dilute 1 part stock solution with 2 parts water.
Developing time 4 to 5 minutes at 68F (20C).
From Ansco Formulas for Black and White Film by GAF, 1948 – Formulas are provided for historical reference. They may not work well with modern films and papers. Some of the chemicals can be dangerous. As with all photographic processes, be careful.
