CPP-2 discontinued?

[raul_camargo]

<p>Is it true that Jobo discontinued the CPP-2? I was considering getting one for strictly B&W, mostly 35mm, work. Aside from a used CPP-2, what are my other options?<br>

Thank you.</p>

[sattler123]

<p>B&W is really easy to do without a processor - you don't need a CPP-2. I have a Jobo ATL3, but I only use it for color development - B&W I just do manually - it is not even worth getting the machine started. Get some Paterson tanks (or the Jobo tanks) and just inverse them depending on film and developer.</p>

[peterbcarter]

<p>True: Those jobo's are not made anymore. Some manufactures still make processors, but they are *really* expensive.</p>

<p>Even c41 is easier done by hand. The base temp for chemicals is about the same as full hot water from the tap. I stopped using a thermometer a while ago. Special films or slides (e6) is what you need that kind of control for.</p>

<p>Another advantage of doing this by hand: Parts for a cpp-2 will get scarce, if not already.</p>

[peter_dalton]

<p>Here is the 2006 press release ...</p>

<p><a href="http://www.jobo.com/web/uploads/media/2006_06_10_JOBO_Analog_Engl.pdf">http://www.jobo.com/web/uploads/media/2006_06_10_JOBO_Analog_Engl.pdf</a></p>

[rothelle]

<p>I think if you want one rather that they are gone. It's how you take care of it and use it. I have a sidekick and love it.</p>

[raul_camargo]

<p>Thank you all for the info/suggestions.</p>