Reusing Chemicals

[jerry_plemons1]

<p>I shoot 35mm and 120 Tri-X and process in D-76, usually in a 1:1 dilution. After the emultions have been fixed, I use a hypo remover, "Hustler Rapid Bath Hypo Remover" for 30 seconds before the final wash cycle. The Hypro Remover concentrate is diluted 4 ounces per 1 gallon of water. I have always assumed that this is a one-shot usage and is discarded after each roll of film is treated, the same as D-76 1:1 is not reused.<br>

Since the stuff is pretty expensive, can Hypo Remover be used more than once?<br>

Is this product (Hustler Rapid Bath) pretty good? Any recommendations for a different brand of hypo remover?</p>

<p>Thanks in advance for your answers and comments.<br>

Jerrry</p>

[bill_clark___minnetonka_mi]

<p>I don't use a hypo remover. Do you need it? Maybe depends on the water you use.<br /> I'm married now so I don't use hustler rapid bath either!<br /> I wash my developed film for 25 to 30 minutes. I fill the developing can, turn the water off, then changing the water every 4-5 minutes.</p>

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[jerry_plemons1]

<p>Well, using the Hyp Remover reduces the wash time - so the manufacturer claims. I've been useing this product (and I don't care for the name either) for a few years and have not noticed any degredation in my negatives. <br>

I guess the main reason for using it, in addition to the reduced wash time is that I don't have to worry about the negatives having a lot of residual Rapid Fix in them and causing problems later. Again, I'm making these assumptions based on what the manufacturer says.<br>

Jerry</p>

[ed_lusthoff]

<p>Jerry I would not reuse the Hypo. If you notice it is discolored. A 1:4 dilution rate is a gallon workable. I use Kodak or Arista just a couple of bucks. So it is not expensive. MAybe you are paying for the name Hustler? ed</p>

[Monophoto]

<p>I reuse my fixer, but the other chemicals used for film development are strictly one-shot.</p>

[jerry_plemons1]

<p>Thanks folks. As I suspected, the Hypo Remover should be a one-shot deal, just like my D-76 1:1. I reuse my Fixer, but test it frequently with Edwal Hypo Chek.</p>

[ed_lusthoff]

<p>Jerry, iof you want to reuse developer I would suggest using Diafine. It is good for all ISO (100-3200). Some here at photo.net say they have used it continuously for years.</p>