This Arista Premium Fixer Liquid 5L for Photographyfrom Arista Premium Fixer Liquid 5L for Photographyis a rapid acting and non-hardening fixer for both black and white film and paper. Additionally, it is an odorless fixer making it suitable for use in small areas. This item is one 5 L bottle of liquid concentrate.

Rapid, Non-Hardening Formula    For Black and White Film and Paper    Odorless    Suitable for Small Areas

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the difference between Ilford Rapid Fixer and Ilfore Hypam fixer?

A: Essentially the same except that the Hypam is designed to be used with the (optional) Hypam hardener. If you have very thin or potentially fragile emulsion you'd want to harden. I use the rapid for everything.

Q: 2. what is the shelf life, once mixed?

A: Once mixed, the Arista Premium Odorless Powder Fixer should be good for 6-12 months depending on storage conditions.

Q: 3. How long will this fixer last in concentrate in the bottle?

A: Full, unopened bottles of ILFORD RAPID FIXER concentrate stored in cool conditions, 5–20ºC (41–68ºF), will keep for two years. Once opened use completely within six months and keep all bottles tightly sealed until used.

Q: 4. After mixing the concentrate with water. What is the maximum time to be able to reuse it again?

A: The maximum time will depend on how this is stored and if it is being replenished. Properly replenished ILFORD RAPID FIXER in regular use should have a very long life but as a general guide it is advisable to replace it after 12 months in the processing tank. Unreplenished ILFORD RAPID FIXER working strength solutions should last for up to: 6 months in full tightly capped bottles. 2 months in a tank or dish/tray with a floating lid. 1 month in a half full tightly capped bottle. 7 days in an open dish/tray. More details can be found on the Technical Data Sheet linked here. https://www.ilfordphoto.com/amfile/file/download/file/1833/product/711/

Q: 5. Can I reuse the fixer for processing film?

A: Yes you can reuse it but it is recommended to replenish it. The instructions on that is on page 3 at this link, https://bit.ly/3MdKFI1 .

Q: 6. I need to make a liter of fixer what should my measurements be?

A: Anything between 1:4 and 1:9 will work just fine. The stronger, the longer it will last.

Q: 7. Is this an acid or an alkaline fixer?

A: Arista Premium Odorless Powder Fixer consists of. SODIUM THIOSULFATE, SODIUM METABISULFITE, and SODIUM ACETATE--it's acid.

Q: 8. If I use Ilford rapid fixer is it necessary to use hypo clear for film and fiber based paper?

A: Not required, and to my knowledge I have never used hypo-clear on any of my prints. However, it probably covers you for your wash time procedure. I have used it only for film, and even then not too often. I am concerned with washing prints well, however.

Q: 9. Can this be fixer be used without a stop bath - ie - water rinse after developer?

A: Yes, you can use fixer, such as the Arista Premium Odorless Liquid Fixer (32 oz), without a stop bath when printing on RC paper. A water rinse would be recommended to remove the developer prior to fixing.

Q: 10. CAN BE USED ON X RAY FILMS ?

A: Yes. We suggest a three minute fix in Ilford Rapid Fixer for 1+4 and a five-minute wash for x-ray film usage. But this is something an end-user needs to experiment with.