This 500mL bottle of SE5 Master Lith Printing Paper Developer is Part A of the Moersch SE5 Master Lith Kit. This part of the developer is hydroquinone-based, additive-free, and can be mixed with Part B to produce 1L of working solution, which can then be diluted 1:15 to 1:30 based on desired results.

Part A of SE5 Master Lith Kit    Litho Process Paper Developer    Hydroquinone Base, No Additives

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does this compare to the 2150XL chemistry?

A: Ilford Multigrade Developer (Liquid) for Black & White Paper - 5 Liters is just paper developer. That is optimized for multigrade paer. The Ilford 2150 Developer/Fixer Black and White Print Chemicals Kit 2x(3 liter) is, Ilford 2150XL Developer and Ilford 2150XL Fixer are liquid concentrate chemicals supplied as a kit specifically for use with the Ilfolab 2150 RC table top processor.

Q: 2. How long will this chemical last before expiring?

A: There is no posted date on the bottle, only a batch number. However, according to Ilford: "Full unopened bottles of MULTIGRADE and PQ UNIVERSAL developer concentrates stored in cool conditions, 5–20ºC, (41–68ºF), will keep for 2 years. Once opened use the concentrate completely within six months and keep all bottles tightly sealed until used. Working strength MULTIGRADE developer, PQ UNIVERSAL and BROMOPHEN left in an open dish should not be kept for more than one working day. If stored in a tightly capped bottle they may last up to 24 hours."

Q: 3. What is the shelf-life of this developer?

A: It ranges depending on storage conditions. Unopened it should be fine up to 1.5 years. Once opened if can range between 3-6 months.

Q: 4. What is the chemical make up of this product? Is it for color or b&w?

A: Moersch Photochemie Bleach Concentrate (100mL) contains potassium hexacyanoferrate and potassium bromide.

Q: 5. Is Rollei Supergrain considered a one-shot developer?

A: Yes. Rollei Supergrain Film Developer is considered a one shot developer.

Q: 6. Does it require a bleach first or is this a direct toner?

A: This Moersch Photochemie MT2 Carbon Toner works if the paper is bleached first, especially if one wants to add toner to the white sections of a print. The toner will also work as a direct toner for a different effect.

Q: 7. How many papers can you develop with one tray of the solution?

A: The manufacture does not list how many prints you can get from Ilford Multigrade Developer (500ml). It depends on what dilution you use, size of trays and print size.

Q: 8. Can I use this developer to process Kodak Technical Pan?

A: Yes, Rollei Supergrain Film Developer will work to process Kodak Techincal Pan.

Q: 9. How long does a partly used bottle last on shelf at 68 degrees?

A: A partly used Arista Liquid Paper Developer needs to be stored in a bottle with no air. The bigger the area with air, the faster the developer will oxidize and not work anymore. A half bottle would last about three weeks. As the developer turns orange brown it loses its effectiveness.

Q: 10. Can I develop films with this?

A: Technically, yes. But for best results, you are significantly better off using actual film developer. Times and results will vary greatly because the concentration/strength/developing time and grain structure will be quite different. You will also have to experiment with dilution for best results.