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seog - 18 Dec 2005 19:20 GMT

I got 2 gallons (minimum order) of Kodak Flexicolor Fix at B&H for about $8.
ea. How is that different from Ilford RapidFix at $25. a gallon? As I
understand it they're basically the same - ammonium thiosulfate based fixer,
ie rapid fixer. In any case I'm using the Flexicolor Fix 1:4 the same as
Rapid Fix. Works great so far. I'll have to take a peak in 25 years.

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Nick Zentena - 18 Dec 2005 20:39 GMT

> I got 2 gallons (minimum order) of Kodak Flexicolor Fix at B&H for about $8.
> ea. How is that different from Ilford RapidFix at $25. a gallon? As I
> understand it they're basically the same - ammonium thiosulfate based fixer,
> ie rapid fixer. In any case I'm using the Flexicolor Fix 1:4 the same as
> Rapid Fix. Works great so far. I'll have to take a peak in 25 years.

Just take a look at the MSDS. Last time I looked it seemed pretty similar
to TF-3 fixer. pH is about 6.3 IIRC. It's likely even cheaper if you buy
bigger jugs.

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