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Photographers' Formulary Potassium Oxalate - 1 Lb.

BH #PHPOLB • MFR #10-1060 1LB
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Photographers' Formulary 10-1060 1LB Overview

Two of the most commonly used developers in the Platinum/Palladium processes are Potassium Oxalate and Ammonium Citrate. Potassium Oxalate is preferred for several reasons. It produces warmer tones, it does not become exhausted but can be replenished as needed and used indefinitely, and it can be used with the dichromate method of contrast control.

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Photographers' Formulary 10-1060 1LB Specs

Synonyms
Oxalic acid, dipotassium salt
Ethanedioic acid, dipotassium salt
Appearance
Transparent, colorless crystals
Odorless
Uses
Platinum printing
Platinotype process
To remove stains in photography and in analytical chemistry
Chemical Formula
K2C2O4 . H2O
Notes
Standard mixture for potassium oxalate is 454 grams (1 pound) to 48 ozs. Water. Basically the hotter the developer the warmer the print. Developer should be around 150°F.
Caution: Potassium oxalate is very poisonous substance, use with care.
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5 x 3 x 3"

Photographers' Formulary 10-1060 1LB Reviews

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Is this the same thing as Photographers' Formulary Oxalic Acid (BH #PHOA100G • MFR #10-0850 100G)? Thanks!
Asked by: Genesis
No, the Photographers' Formulary Potassium Oxalate uses potassium for developing. Photographers' Formulary Oxalic Acid uses oxalic acid for preserving.
Answered by: Ejona G
Date published: 2024-05-08
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