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Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack

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Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack
Key Features
  • Chemistry for 1x 120 or 2x 35mm Rolls
  • 1 x 60mL Sachet of Film Developer
  • 1 x 30mL Sachet of Stop Bath
  • 1 x 100mL Sachet of Fixer
Containing all of the necessary chemistry for developing black and white film, the SIMPLICITY Starter Pack from Ilford contains pre-measured portions of four concentrated chemicals to produce working solutions for processing one roll of 120 or two rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.
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Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack Overview

Containing all of the necessary chemistry for developing black and white film, the SIMPLICITY Starter Pack from Ilford contains pre-measured portions of four concentrated chemicals to produce working solutions for processing one roll of 120 or two rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.

SIMPLICITY Film Developer
Film developer sachet contains 60mL of ILFOSOL 3 concentrate, which is then mixed with 540mL of water (1+9 dilution) at temperature to create a 600mL working solution for developing one roll of 120 or two rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.

ILFOSOL 3 is characterized by its ability to produce fine grain results with high sharpness and full film speed, and it is particularly well-suited for use with medium-speed films.
SIMPLICITY Stop Bath
Stop bath sachet contains 30mL of ILFOSTOP concentrate, which is then mixed with 570mL of water (1+19 dilution) at temperature to create a 600mL working solution for processing one roll of 120 or two rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.

ILFOSTOP is a low odor, citric acid-based stop bath that stops the development process and helps to prolong the life and activity of the fixer solution. It is recommended to ensure accurate development times.
SIMPLICITY Film Fixer
Fixer sachet contains 100mL of RAPID FIXER concentrate, which is then mixed with 500mL of water (1+5 dilution) at temperature to create a 600mL working solution for processing one roll of 120 or two rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.

RAPID FIXER is a rapid-acting, non-hardening fixer that should not be used with any hardeners.
SIMPLICITY Wetting Agent
Wetting agent sachet contains 25mL of ILFOTOL, of which two cap-fulls are required per use during the final rinse. This sachet contains enough wetting agent for eight rolls of 120 or 16 rolls of 35mm film in a two-reel, 600mL developing tank.

ILFOTOL is a non-ionic wetting agent that aids in rapid, even drying of film, helps to prevent water spots from forming, and promotes anti-static qualities.
UPC: 019498178856

Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack Specs

Included Materials
1x Liquid Film Developer (2 fl oz / 60 mL)
1x Liquid Stop Bath (1 fl oz / 30 mL)
1x Liquid Fixer (3.4 fl oz / 100 mL)
1x Liquid Wetting Agent (0.8 fl oz / 25 mL)
Working Solution Volume
0.6 qt / 600 mL per Solution
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.74 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.45 x 4.15 x 3.25"

Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack Reviews

Eazy development good result

By Zongtang
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-16

I bought the Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack as an easy way to get into developing black and white film at home, and overall it’s been a really positive experience. The biggest strength is convenience. The kit comes with pre-measured single-use sachets of developer, stop bath, fixer, and wetting agent, which removes a lot of the measuring and mixing anxiety for beginners. You basically dilute each sachet to 600 ml and follow the standard develop → stop → fix → wash workflow. For someone just starting darkroom work, this makes the process feel approachable instead of technical. Performance-wise, results have been consistent. Many users report reliable negatives and professional-looking results thanks to the standardized chemical amounts, and I found that to be true as well. It’s also nice that one pack can handle about two rolls of 35 mm or one roll of 120, which is perfect for occasional shooters. There are some tradeoffs. Because everything is single-use, it’s less economical long-term and produces more waste compared to mixing larger chemistry batches. Advanced users may also find it limiting because you can’t really customize dilutions or workflow much. From community discussions, it seems most people treat the developer as one-shot, and while stop bath and fixer might be reusable, quality and consistency can vary, so following the one-use design is safest.

Couldn't be Simpler!

By Sarah
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-07-28

I really enjoyed using the simplicity starter pack. Not only did it finally give me results on a process I have been trying to perfect for years, but it gave me the perfect amount of chemical portions to develop 2 rolls of 35 mm film. I don't develop often enough to need huge batch chemicals so these pouches were perfect for that.

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I'm with other person's question. Every video I ...

I'm with other person's question. Every video I watch of home development shows people mixing chemicals and using them for multiple batches of film...is there a reason this batch mixes up and can ONLY be used once? What's different here than buying bottles of chemicals, mixing and using each one of those for multiple rolls of film?
Asked by: Kelly
The Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack is a simple starter set and teh chemicals can only be used once.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2021-10-19

Like other chemicals, are these reusable (except ...

Like other chemicals, are these reusable (except for the developer) until exhausted? How many 600mL tanks would you recommend they can develop if so? Thanks.
Asked by: Caroline
This is a single use kit, I would not recommend using this chemistry multiple times.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-04-02

How long does each chemical last in the packet ...

How long does each chemical last in the packet unopened? How long do they last after they are opened? How long do they last after dilution?
Asked by: Eleanor
According to the manufacturer, "new sachets can be kept for up to 2 years, once opened they should be used immediately, if opened accidentally and resealed then use within 6 months."
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2021-11-28

Can this chemical kit be used to develop 4x5 ...

Can this chemical kit be used to develop 4x5 sheets?
Asked by: Seth
Yes, this Ilford SIMPLICITY Starter Pack can be used to develop 4 x 5" B&W film.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-02-08
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