Date sent: Sat, 09 Mar 2002 15:58:14 -0800
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From: "Arthur Entlich" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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Subject: [filmscanners] Re: Flattening negatives
> If the negs are really bowed, speak to your lab. They are using
> incorrect drying technique. Chances are they are using too hot a
> temperature, or the drying is being done unevenly.
>
> All force-dried negs tend to have a bit of a curve, but if it is severe,
> they need to change who they are doing it.
Generally, roller transport processors are the worst for everything. They're kept at
the maximum
in control development temps for minimum time span runs (if indeed they are kept "in
control" at
all). They are often "one shot" chemistry feed, rather than replinishment method, and
the final
drying section is simply too hot. And of course they are dirty, prone to junk embedded
in
emulsion and scratching.
If you can find a place that does "dip and dunk" processing you'll be much happier.
With E-6,
they are also the best for tight processing controls, assuming the place keeps a close
finger on
the pulse (which most do, as the machines are generally $50K and up).
Mac McDougald -- DOOGLE DIGITAL
500 Prestwick Ridge Way # 39 - Knoxville, TN 37919
[EMAIL PROTECTED] 865-540-1308 http://www.doogle.com
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