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Atomal 49 Powder B&W Developer, 1000ml

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$3.74 $7.49 In stock

Category: Process

ADOX was founded in 1860 as the world's first photochemical factory. Over the next several decades, it became one of the leading film producers in Europe. Today, ADOX films, papers, and chemistry are proudly manufactured in Germany by an incredibly passionate team of film photography enthusiasts. 

ADOX Atomal 49 is an extra-fine grain, compensating developer for B&W film which offers both excellent use of film speed and high contrast control. The powder concentrate mixes with water make 1 liter of stock solution. The stock solution can be reused for up to 10 rolls of film or further diluted for use as a single-shot developer. Stock solution can be kept in a fully filled container for up to 6 weeks.

This chemical is classified as "Limited Quantity Hazardous" (ORM-D) and can only be shipped via Ground within the Continental United States due to DOT regulations. Within the Continental US, it cannot be shipped to PO boxes.

ADOX Atomal 49 MSDS Sheet

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 13 reviews)

Penelope ★★★★★

This developer mix has a nice fine-grain look that I wasn’t expecting from a powder, and the bottle says it’s from the world’s first photochemical factory, which feels like a bit of history in the darkroom. My negatives came out with solid contrast and clean highlights, and the 1000ml batch was plen

Jacob ★★★★★

Mixed a liter in under three minutes and it was crystal clear with zero residue left in the jug. My negatives came out with noticeably finer grain and better shadow detail than my usual stock developer, and the 1000ml size is perfect for a weekend of tank sessions.

Zoe ★★★★★

This powder dissolved completely in about three minutes with just a bit of stirring, which made mixing up the 1000ml batch feel effortless. The negatives came out with beautifully smooth grain and solid shadow detail, and it’s clearly a formula that respects its 1860s photochemical roots. I’ll be st