REEL – 5×7
Develop 5×7" and 13×18cm sheet film
The REEL – 5×7 is a developing reel for both 5×7" and 13×18cm sheet film—two common large format sizes that share compatible dimensions. It fits Paterson 5 and 8 tanks and holds up to 2 sheets per reel. Works with hand agitation or the AGO Film Processor.
The reel can also be used as an insert for the Paper 5 reel, splitting it into two sections for developing multiple prints up to 5×7" simultaneously. When used this way, the top holder isn't needed.
To load, insert sheets emulsion-side inward between the columns and slide down. Attach the top holder and press one click for 13×18cm, two clicks for 5×7". To remove, place thumbs in the center hole and pull off with your index fingers.
Specifications:
- Formats: 5×7" and 13×18cm
- Capacity: 2 sheets per reel
- Fits Paterson 5 and 8 tanks
- Minimum chemistry: 1350ml per reel (vertical agitation)
Want to develop prints too? Check out the Paper 5 + Reel 5×7 bundle.
Manufacturer and EU product-safety contact
Shown under Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety. To report a safety concern with this product, contact us at support@vintagevisual.eu.
Frequently asked questions
The things photographers ask us most.
2 sheets of 5 x 7 inch (13 x 18 cm) sheet film per reel. It fits Paterson Multi-Reel 5 and 8 tanks.
Yes. Insert the 5 x 7 reel inside the Paper 5 reel to guide paper strips of 5 x 7 print width. The REEL Bundle (Paper 5 + 5×7) includes both reels together for this use case.
Not for B&W film. For colour film (C-41, E-6), AGO's temperature compensation gives more consistent results. For RA-4 paper prints, the AGO is recommended.
Paterson Multi-Reel 5 and 8 tanks.
Still have a question? Email support@vintagevisual.eu
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