Kodak AS-2569 manual Storage, Processing

STORAGE

For consistent results, all aerial films should be stored under fairly constant conditions. Kodak aerial films are “usually” packaged in equilibrium with 40 to 50 percent relative humidity. High temperatures or high humidity may produce undesirable changes in the film.

Unexposed Film

Store unexposed film in a refrigerator at 55°F (13°C) or lower, or freezer at 0 to -10°F (-18 to -23°C), in the original sealed container. If the film is stored in a refrigerator, remove it about 2 hours before opening; if stored in a freezer, remove it about 8 hours before opening. A sufficient warm-up time is necessary to prevent moisture condensation on cold film– otherwise, moisture spotting, ferrotyping, or sticking may occur.

Exposed Film

Keep exposed film cool and dry. Process the film as soon as possible after exposure to avoid undesirable changes in the latent image. If it is necessary to hold exposed but unprocessed film for several days (such as over a weekend), it should be resealed and refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or lower. Before unsealing and processing exposed film that has been held in cold storage, follow the warm-up procedures described for unexposed film described above.

Processed Film

For best keeping, store processed film in a dark, dust-free area at 50 to 70°F (10 to 21°C) and 30 to 50 percent relative humidity. Preferably, store negatives on the spool or in individual KODAK Sleeves. High relative humidity promotes the growth of mold and causes ferrotyping. Very low relative humidity causes excessive curl and brittleness. Avoid storage temperatures over 80°F (27°C).

PROCESSING

The primary recommendation for processing 2427 Film is in Process AR-5 using mechanized processors. Mechanized processing in roller-transport processors offers the advantages of uniform treatment of all portions of the roll, freedom from banding, and absence of significant density variations from ends of the roll to the center.

Process AR-5 Cycle Times

Processor	Transport	Dry-to-Dry
	Speed (feet	Processing
	per minute)	Time
KODAK Aerial Color	3.5	17.4 min
Processor, Model 1611
KODAK EKTACHROME
RT Processor, Model 1811	3.5	17.2 min
(with Quick-Change)
KODAK EKTACHROME
RT Processor, Model 1811	5.3	13.6 min
(Standard Configuration)

In each case, the film is fed emulsion side down into the processor.

This publication provides general information regarding the KODAK Aerial Color Processor, Mode 1611, and the KODAK EKTACHROME RT Processor, Model 1811. Refer to the operating manuals for additional set-up information.

Note: For a list of firms equipped to offer machine processing of 2427 Film, write to Eastman Kodak Company, Aerial Imaging, Rochester, New York 14653-7128.

Chemicals

Process AR-5 uses the following KODAK EA-5 Chemicals: KODAK EA-5 First Developer *

KODAK EA-5 First Developer Replenisher

KODAK EA-5 First and Second Stop Bath and Replenisher

KODAK EA-5 Color Developer

KODAK EA-5 Color Developer Replenisher

KODAK EA-5 Bleach and Replenisher

KODAK Aerial Color Fixer and Replenisher

KODAK EA-5 Stabilizer and Replenisher

The first developer working solution is prepared by combining one part first developer with two parts first developer replenisher.

Notice: Observe precautionary information on product labels and on the Material Safety Data Sheets.

2 KODAK AEROCHROME III MS Film 2427 • AS-2569