The Paterson Film Processing Starter Kit is a complete home darkroom bundle for developing black-and-white film with confidence and consistency. It combines Ilford SIMPLICITY chemistry—pre-measured developer, stop bath, fixer and wetting agent—with essential Paterson tools so you can go from exposed roll to clean, dry negatives without buying anything extra. The Super System 4 universal tank and two adjustable Auto Load reels handle two rolls of 35 mm or one roll of 120/220 at a time, with a snap-in, light-tight funnel and smooth inversion or rotary agitation for even development. Measuring and temperature control are handled by three 600 mL graduates and a 12-inch dual-scale thermometer for accurate mixing and stable processing. A chemical stirrer speeds solution prep, the 35 mm cassette opener makes extracting film fast and safe, and the stainless-pin drying clips keep strips straight while they dry. Pre-measured sachets mix to 600 mL working solutions, simplifying setup and repeatability for beginners and experienced users alike—perfect for starting a home film workflow or building a compact travel kit.
Features:
- Complete starter kit for home B&W film processing
- Pre-measured chemistry sachets for one 120 roll or two 35 mm rolls
- Paterson Super System 4 universal tank; supports inversion or rotary agitation
- Two adjustable Auto Load reels (fit 35 mm, 127, 120/220)
- High-impact, easy-clean tank with snap-in light-tight funnel
- Ilford 35 mm cassette opener for fast film removal
- 12-inch dual-scale thermometer, high accuracy for consistent results
- Three 600 mL measuring graduates with easy-read markings
- Ergonomic chemical stirrer with particle crusher
- Two sets of stainless-pin film clips (one weighted) for straight drying
Specifications:
- Two sets of stainless-pin film clips (one weighted) for straight drying
- Chemicals: Developer 60 mL (ILFOSOL 3), Stop Bath 30 mL (ILFOSTOP), Fixer 100 mL (RAPID FIXER), Wetting Agent 25 mL (ILFOTOL)
- Working solutions: 600 mL each when mixed (1+9 developer, 1+19 stop, 1+5 fixer; wetting agent two cap-fuls per use)
- Tank capacity: two rolls 35 mm or one roll 120/220
- Reels: adjustable for 35 mm, 127, 120/220 formats
- Thermometer range/accuracy: 15 °C–65 °C (60 °F–130 °F), ±0.14 °C (±0.25 °F)
- Graduates: 22 oz / 600 mL, set of 3 (metric/imperial/US scales)
- Included accessories: cassette opener, 2 reels, center column, agitator rod, funnel and lid, chemical stirrer, 2 film-clip sets
- Package size/weight (approx.): 6.45 × 4.15 × 3.25 in; 0.74 lb
Kit Content
Paterson Film Processing Starter Kit WHICH INCLUDEDS
1 x Ilford Simplicity Chemistry Kit
1 x Ilford 35mm Cassette Opener
1 x Paterson 2 35mm reel tank with 2 reels
1 x Paterson thermometer
1 x Paterson Chemical Stirrer
3 x 600ml Paterson graduates
2 x sets of Paterson film drying clips
Package information Box1:
Gross Weight: 1.8 Kg
Dimensions: 34 x 24 x 18 cm
