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Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Developing Tank

BH #PAT355 • MFR #PTP117
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Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Developing Tank
Key Features
  • Fits 5 x 35mm or 3 x 120/220 Rolls
  • Center Column, Funnel, and Lid Included
  • Supplied Without Reels
  • High-Impact Polystyrene Construction
Optimized for developing multiple rolls of film at once, this Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Developing Tank can hold up to five 35mm rolls or three 120/220 rolls. Super System 4 tanks feature a high-impact polystyrene design that's durable, lightweight, and easy to clean. Included with this tank is a matching center column, funnel, lid, and agitator rod; reels are not included, allowing users to build a system of multi-format auto-loading to suit their needs.
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Paterson PTP117 Overview

Optimized for developing multiple rolls of film at once, this Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Developing Tank can hold up to five 35mm rolls or three 120/220 rolls. Super System 4 tanks feature a high-impact polystyrene design that's durable, lightweight, and easy to clean. Included with this tank is a matching center column, funnel, lid, and agitator rod; reels are not included, allowing users to build a system of multi-format auto-loading to suit their needs.

Super System 4
  • High-impact polystyrene construction is durable, lightweight, and easy to clean
  • Included funnel has a unique snap-in design that is light-tight and quick to install and remove
  • Large-diameter design promotes fast filling and dumping speeds for improved developing accuracy
  • Supports both rotary and inversion agitation methods
  • Compatible with Paterson Auto-Load Reels, which are adjustable to accommodate 35mm, 127, and 120/220 film formats
UPC: 223610100667

Paterson PTP117 Specs

Format
5x 35mm Film Rolls
or
3x 120/220 Film Rolls
Material
Plastic
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.06 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.3 x 5.8 x 5.7"

Paterson PTP117 Reviews

Arrived with issues

By Joel
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2026-09-23

I’d love to rate this higher because I love the tank and reels. However, the central column of this larger 5 reel tank is made up of a 3 tank column with a shorter tube glued to it. It arrived in two pieces with visible glue remnants. When I try to use the stick to rotate the column to agitate the tank, it only turns the top two reels. I have emailed Paterson three times over two weeks and received zero response. I do not want to spend money calling an international help line that will cost me $2/minute. I wish they had just responded in a timely manner to let me know what glue would work but not potentially interact with film chemistry.

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By jeffrey
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2025-04-10

I purchased a new Paterson System 4 Multi-Reel 5 tank. The tank arrived in a crumpled Paterson box. I received a used tank judging from the internal wear marks. The funnel has multiple deep scratches; and the elastic softcover is distorted, most likely caused by prolong high temperature in storage. I have worked with Paterson Tanks since I was fourteen years old and I am seventy three this year. The last four Paterson tanks were purchased through B&H and they were all new except the latest one. My first purchased with B&H was in the very late seventies. To add acid to insults, B&H made me pay eleven plus dollars for return shipping.

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How tall is this tank? I am looking for something ...

How tall is this tank? I am looking for something to process 5x12" sheet film.
Asked by: Eric
Sorry but it won’t work for a 5 x 12 negative. The internal height is only 9 inches, bottom to the light barrier funnel, or 11 inches, bottom to lid w/o the light barrier funnel. The internal diameter is 3.75 inches, giving a circumference of 11.8 inches, You could put a 5 x 12 in it horizontally but you would have a .22 in. overlap on the long side meaning your usable negative would only about 5 x 11.5 usable when developed. Hope this helps.
Answered by: Ted
Date published: 2021-05-30

How many Millimeters should be used when ...

How many Millimeters should be used when developing 8x10" sheet film?
Asked by: David
The Paterson Super System 4 Multi-Reel 5 Developing Tank can hold up to five 35mm rolls or three 120/220 rolls. The tank cannot be used for 8x10 or any sheet film.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-10-30

question

Does the item contain center column, funnel and agitator?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, all three items were included in the box. However, I don't use the agitator as part of my developing process as I invert the tank rather than turning it with the agitator.
Answered by: LORRAINE M.
Date published: 2026-08-10

question

How many ounces does this hold when full?
Asked by: Debi C.
it will take 50-52 ozs to fill it up, This unit works well
Answered by: Mike G.
Date published: 2019-06-04

question

how long does it take to fill up the entire tank with chemistry? i believe 5rolls of 135 would require 1500ml of it. do you need to compensate for time to avoid over develop negatives in the bottom?
Asked by: Zulhilmi
Yes it takes 1.5 liter and as far as I can see no need to compensate. I do invert the tank every 30 seconds and all look ok.
Answered by: Alberto B.
Date published: 2022-01-03

question

Is it necessary to fill up the whole tank with chemicals even if you're developing only 1 or 2 rolls ? I understand that empty reels should still be stacked up to prevent the loaded reel to move too much but still need to be sure if the less than full tank affects developing in a bad way ?
Asked by: Faisal M.
No it's not, below the tank you can find the specific volume for each number or reels either 120 or 35mm, just make sure as you said the empty reels are stacked above to prevent it does not get chemicals.
Answered by: Guillermo S.
Date published: 2024-05-24

question

Does this kit come with any reels, or must they be purchased separately?
Asked by: Anonymous
They must be purchased separately. When I ordered mine, I ordered this with it: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/253369-REGThis particular tank also works with the MOD54 setup, which is for use with 4x5 sheet film, in case you're into that. Low-cost alternative to the JOBO rigs.
Answered by: Jonathan R.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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