Fotospeed DY15 Fotodyes are designed to be used on any type of photographic emulsion, either black & white or color transparencies, negatives or prints.

As true dyes, they are completely absorbed by the emulsion leaving no surface marking

The dyes come in a set of 11 different colors with one reducer . All the dyes can be fully intermixed and /or diluted to produce any color or shade required.

The dyes are extremely concentrated and caution should initially be exercised when diluting for use. It is very rare to use the dye undiluted except to color 35mm title slides.

When using for the first time, it is suggested that you test the strength of color on scrap prints. As a first test use 3 drops of dye to 1 teaspoon of water. You can then see the effect of stronger color by adding more drops of dye

To obtain the best results prepare the surface by wiping over with a 2% solution of wetting agent such as Fotospeed RA50 but removing surface moisture before applying the dyes. While this step is not essential it will assist in even dye takeup particularly on large areas.

Although these dyes are water soluble, it is difficult to

remove them with water since they are absorbed by the emulsion.

The dye can be completely removed by using the

Reducing Agent in the kit undiluted with a cotton bud. After

removing the dye remove the surplus reducer with damp cotton

wool before drying the print.

Can be used on black & white or color prints, as well as negatives and transparencies

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I develop B&W C41 with this? Like Ilford HP5+?

A: The CineStill Film Cs41 Powder Developing Kit is specific to process C-41 like most color negative film. It is not compatible to use it to process., Ilford HP5 Plus Black and White Negative Film.

Q: 2. Hi there. If my Cinestill pack got hot in the mail are the chemicals still usable? Thanks!

A: They should be fine, powder is much more resilient than liquid.

Q: 3. If I'm working with expired 120 film, will the developing times change?

A: Typically not, maybe if any a little more time but its best to run a test roll to see where you stand.

Q: 4. How many steps does this take to make it? I am wondering if I can turn it into an “advent calendar” for my son to build?

A: Please take a look at this link as it lists the instructions and all of the steps required to build the Lomography Konstruktor F Do-It-Yourself 35mm Film SLR Camera Kit. https://microsites.lomography.com/konstruktor/how-to-build/

Q: 5. What's the best way to store already mixed solutions to prolong its use?

A: In dark chemistry bottles, such as the ones listed below; https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=storage%20bottles&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma

Q: 6. How to mix 1 gallon out of this? Shall i buy 3 kits and mix it separately ?

A: The CineStill Film Cs41 Powder Developing Kit for C-41 Color Film is designed to create 33.8 fluid ounces. One US gallon would be equal to 128 US fluid ounces. As such, if you need one (1) gallon, I would recommend purchasing four (4) of the above powder developing kits. This would give you a total of 135.2 US fluid ounces, which would be slightly more than one US gallon.

Q: 7. Hi, i have read the instruction manuals, and it says on step 5 to pour stabiliser. However, this package does not include the stabiliser powder. How does it effect the result if we are not including the stabiliser?

A: If you are shooting modern color negative film, a "stabilizer bath" is not necessary. Up until the mid 90's, the final rinse bath in the C-41 process was called a "stabilizer bath," since it contained Formaldehyde or Formalin. Modern color film emulsions include chemical stabilizers within the film emulsion itself.

Q: 8. Does the kit make 33.8 fl oz of developer and Blix for a total of 67.6fl oz . Or is it 33.8 total, so 17 fl oz of each? I need to get containers !

A: The CS41 Powder Developing Kit for C-41 Color Film is able to make 33.8 oz of developer and 33.8 oz of Bleach Fix.

Q: 9. First time developing color. I have the tank. Do I need to buy any other chemicals or does the kit have everything required to process a roll of film?

A: Equipment not included in the kit are, • A processing tank and reels or a rotary-tube type processor. • Three empty chemical storage bottles. • A graduated pitcher. • TCS-1000 temperature control system, or • A timer, an accurate thermometer and a tempered water bath. Best is to come in to chat or call for the items you need. There are many options.

Q: 10. Can I develop 40 year old color negatives with this kit?

A: If the film is color negative c-41 film, yes you can use CineStill Film Cs41 Powder Developing Kit for C-41 Color Film to process it. Note after 40 years the latent image will be some what corrupted.