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Doran Economy Darkroom Safelight with Red Filter (5 x 7")

BH #DOSL57R • MFR #SL-5R
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Doran Economy Darkroom Safelight with Red Filter (5 x 7")
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Doran SL-5R Overview

The Premier/Doran 5 x 7" Safelight is an excellent choice for the home darkroom. It is a small, economical unit allowing for interchangeable filters to satisfy different darkroom printing needs. Its head can be tilted up or down.

NOTE: A red filter is used for standard photographic and litho materials, contact duplicating, and diffusion transfer materials.

Sturdy metal construction
Interchangeable filters possible

Doran SL-5R Specs

Application
Standard black and white, or litho-orthographic printing.
Rotating Head
Yes; Tilts up or down
Mounting System
Ceiling, or wall mountable
Replacement Bulb
15 W maximum
Interchangeable Filters
Yes, 5 x 7"
Voltage
120 VAC
Dimensions
Not specified
Weight
Not specified
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.18 x 8.25 x 6.5"

Doran SL-5R Reviews

Just what I needed

By Chris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-13

I'm building out a darkroom and installed two of these lights. They work perfectly and are exactly what I was looking for.

Safe

By Jared
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-01

I tried some other options that fogged my prints before buying this. It's not quite as bright as I was hoping but it works as a safelight should. My dark room is approximately 5x8 and one does the trick.

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question

How long will the bulb last and what size does it use?
Asked by: Jay L.
The General Brand Lamp for Safelights (15W/130V) B&H # GBLSL15W is the replacement lamp for this safelight, which has a lamp life of about 2500 hours.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2026-05-28

Do you have a battery operated Safelite that I ...

Do you have a battery operated Safelite that I can use in the field for Wetplate?
Asked by: Martin
Unfortunately no, we do not have any battery powered safelights.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2021-11-09

Does it work on 220v electricity?

Does it work on 220v electricity?
Asked by: Dmitry
No, unit will only run on voltage 120 VAC
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2021-11-07

Can this light be used for tintype ...

Can this light be used for tintype developing/coating?
Asked by: Alexandria
Yes.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-09-01

Can I use this with any film or is it specific ...

Can I use this with any film or is it specific with film, for example, Ilford HP5 or Portra 400?
Asked by: Jordan
You must load your film in complete darkness into a light-tight developing tank. This safelight is only for black and white printing paper.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2020-01-02

What is the weight of this safelight?

What is the weight of this safelight?
Asked by: Andr
Safelight on my kitchen scale weighs 1.86 lbs.
Answered by: Kathi
Date published: 2021-04-23

Can you mix red and yellow filters? Which is ...

Can you mix red and yellow filters? Which is better?
Asked by: Carol
You can use 2 or more different colored safelights as long as your materials are rated safe for each color. Most black and white papers can be used under either red or amber. However some materials such as ortho lith films can only be used with red safelights.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2021-12-22

question

How do you open the premier safelight? Mine came right out of the box and does not turn on. I can hear a chain rattling around but I can't open it to get it out. The light flashes on and then goes out.
Asked by: Anonymous
The top and bottom flanges of the lens retainer have holes through which stubby pins from the chassis register and hold the retainer in place. If one flange is gently pried away from the chassis the retainer will swing away, allowing access to the lamp.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2022-10-29
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