REEL Super 8 developing reel pair for Paterson Multi-Reel 8 tank - processes 50ft Super 8 film

REEL Super 8 loaded with film next to roller base and drying clips for home Super 8 development

REEL – Super 8

Process Super 8 film at home

The REEL – Super 8 is the first Super 8 reel designed for the Paterson Multi-Reel 8 tank. Use it for black & white development with hand agitation, or pair with the AGO Film Processor for colour developing of C-41 and E-6. Also supports B&W reversal (Scala process)—use the LED Light for Super 8 reel or a light stick inside the translucent reel for the second exposure.

Each reel holds 50 ft / 15.24m. Built from chemical-resistant PETG, heat-safe to 50°C. Rinse after use and store dry.

Minimum chemistry (rotary): 700ml
Minimum chemistry (inversion): 2350ml

What's included: REEL – Super 8, Roller base, Drying clips system

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REEL – Super 8

€299,00 EUR

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Overview

The REEL – Super 8 is the first Super 8 reel designed for the Paterson Multi-Reel 8 tank. It brings motion picture film processing into your home darkroom, something previously costly and difficult without professional lab equipment. Whether you're shooting home movies, experimental films, or artistic projects on Super 8, you can now develop the footage yourself with full control over the process.

Processing options

Black & White: Hand agitation in a Paterson 8-reel tank using the included roller-base or automated processing with AGO Film Processor

Color C-41 and E-6: Pair with the AGO Film Processor for temperature consistency and chemical saving rotary processing.

B&W reversal (Scala process): Produce positive motion picture film that can be projected directly. For the second exposure step required in reversal processing, use together with the LED Light for Super 8, or place a small light stick inside the translucent reel body to expose the film evenly from within. The translucent construction makes it easier to monitor this exposure and helps when handling positives throughout the process. Possible to process by hand or paired with AGO.

Design and capacity

Each reel holds 50 ft / 15.24m of Super 8 film, a standard cartridge length. Built from durable, chemical-resistant PETG and heat-safe to 50°C, the reel handles the temperatures required for C-41 and E-6 processing.

The included roller base serves two purposes: it assists with loading film onto the reel in the dark, and can be used for manual rotary developing if you're processing without the AGO. A drying clips system is also included to hang your processed film for even, scratch-free drying.

Scans of Super 8 reel developed film

Kodak Tri-X D-76 Negative

Ektachrome

Ektachrome II

BW Reversal

Manuals and guidance

View Reel Super 8 instructions

Frequently asked questions

The things photographers ask us most.

No for B&W. The reel includes a roller base so you can do hand-rotary development in a Paterson Multi-Reel 8 tank without AGO. For C-41 colour and E-6 slide film, AGO is recommended because temperature consistency matters for colour chemistry. B&W reversal (Scala) can also be done by hand.

The Paterson Multi-Reel 8 tank only. The reel holds one 50 ft / 15.24 m Super 8 cartridge and needs the full volume of an 8-reel tank. It does not fit smaller Paterson tanks.

700 ml for rotary processing with AGO. 2,350 ml for inversion or hand-rotary without AGO.

The included roller base sits on a flat surface and guides the film helically onto the reel in total darkness. Load from the cartridge straight to the reel. The step-by-step loading guide PDF is linked on the product page.

Yes. The second re-exposure step (required for B&W reversal) works by placing a light source inside the translucent reel body to expose the film evenly from within. The LED Light for Super 8 is the dedicated tool for this. Then continue with the reversal chemistry as normal.

One Super 8 reel, a roller base for hand-loading and hand-rotary development, and drying clips for hanging processed film.

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