Liquid Chemistry
For Black and White Films and Prints
Q: My film has a pink/magenta cast. Is it fixed properly?
Some newer tabular-grain films have a different anti-halation backing than traditional emulsions. After normal fixing times, these films may exhibit a colored tinge rather than a neutral tone in the base of the film. This tint does not mean that the film is under fixed. The color is harmless and will not affect the printing qualities of the negative. Using a wash agent, such as Sprint ARCHIVE Fixer Remover, will help diminish the coloration and it will fade with time. Longer than normal fixing times are not recommended, because while it will certainly fade the tint, it will also begin bleaching the emulsion.
