Sprint/Nextel Block Stop Bath Vanilla Scented Indicator 1L film camera
Vanilla-scented indicator signals exhaustion while buffered acid formula protects prints during black-and-white film developing
- Expertly formulated stop bath for black & white films and papers
- Vanilla-scented indicator signals solution exhaustion
- Buffered acid formula minimizes potential damage to prints
- Integral part of SPRINT SYSTEM processes for efficient developing
- One liter concentrate yields 10 liters working solution
Sprint Block Stop Bath vanilla indicator
Sprint Block Stop Bath is a buffered-acid stop bath concentrate for black-and-white film and paper processing. The vanilla-scented indicator changes colour when the solution is exhausted, giving a clear visual cue during development. It is designed for darkroom users who want a low-odour alternative to traditional acetic-acid baths. One litre of concentrate makes 10 litres of working strength solution.
Thermals noise and power
As a liquid chemical concentrate, the product generates no heat, noise or electrical draw during use. It is mixed with water at room temperature and used in standard developing trays or tanks. The buffered formula reduces the risk of print damage compared with harsher acid baths. No special ventilation or power supply is required for normal darkroom operation.
Replaces acetic acid stop baths
This concentrate replaces conventional acetic or citric acid stop baths in black-and-white workflows. The switch is worthwhile for printers who want an exhaustion indicator and a milder scent without changing development times. It is not suited for colour processes or for users who prefer an odourless, non-indicating bath. The 10-to-1 dilution ratio keeps running costs predictable for high-volume printing.
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- Price $21.99
- Cheaper than about 90% of the 749 comparable items (median $70.99).
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Questions about this item
How is the concentrate mixed and what dilution step is often missed?
Mix one part concentrate with nine parts water to make ten liters of working solution; the step often missed is measuring the water first before adding the concentrate.
What replacement will be needed and how is it signalled?
The working solution must be replaced when the vanilla-scented indicator shows exhaustion, signalling the bath is no longer effective.
What limit appears first during a long printing session?
The buffered acid capacity is the first limit reached; once the indicator signals exhaustion the stop bath can no longer halt development reliably.
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