Vintage Visual 4x5‘ spiral for 4x5’ films is an accessory for photographers who work with analogue large format films. This precise, durable and easy-to-use spiral is an indispensable tool for the even and consistent development of negatives, whether in a professional laboratory or at home.

The Vintage Visual 4x5‘ film reel is a newly developed film reel for the precise development of all 4x5’ sheet films in a standard Paterson Multi-Reel 3 or 8 developing tank. This precision-engineered spiral reel is designed for photographers looking for a simple and reliable development workflow, and its compatibility with existing Paterson film development containers makes it an affordable solution for developing sheet film at home.

The film reel can hold up to 4 sheets of 4x5" film and is made from high-quality PETG plastic, ensuring durability and chemical resistance. A Paterson Multi-Reel 3 tank holds one reel, allowing you to develop 4 sheets at a time. Want to develop larger quantities? A Paterson Multi-Reel 8 developing tank can hold two reels, expanding the maximum capacity to 8 sheets.

Loading and unloading the film is easy thanks to the clever reel design, which holds the sheets firmly in place for even development. No more undeveloped edges and consistent results, regardless of the development process used: black and white, C-41 or E-6. The reel can be used with any agitation technique, such as standard inversion development, but is specifically designed for rotational development, such as when using the AGO film processor.

• Compatible with 4x5" and 9x12 cm: supports the most common film formats.
• Open design: uniform circulation of the baths and reduction of air bubbles.
• Chemical-resistant material: durability and dimensional stability.
• Easy assembly and disassembly: quick maintenance after each use.
• Modular use: compatible with the VINTAGE VISUAL film processor.
• Precision manufacturing: perfect hold of the film throughout the entire development process.
• Consistent results: uniform and controlled development.

A tool for precise development

This spiral is designed for 4x5 inch (or 9x12 cm) sheet film and is compatible with the VINTAGE VISUAL Film Processor. It ensures a firm and even hold on the film during chemical development and guarantees an even flow of the baths over the entire emulsion surface.

Thanks to its open design, it limits the risk of air bubbles and drain marks and ensures an even distribution of chemicals. Photographers can thus achieve consistent results and optimally control the density and contrast of the negatives.

Robust construction and easy maintenance

This spiral, made of high-quality technical plastic, is completely resistant to temperature fluctuations and the chemicals used in the various development stages. Its rigid structure retains its shape even after prolonged use.

The VINTAGE VISUAL spiral can be easily disassembled for cleaning and drying, preventing cross-contamination between two developments. This is an important advantage for demanding photographers who seek reliability in their analogue workflow.

Compatibility and modularity

This spiral integrates perfectly with the VINTAGE VISUAL Film Processor, a modular system that can be used to develop multiple film formats. Each spiral can hold a 4x5" sheet film (or 9x12 cm), and multiple spirals can be used simultaneously in the same tank, optimising lab productivity.

Versatile and easy to use, it is suitable for both experienced users and enthusiasts who want to familiarise themselves with the development of large format sheet film.

Technical data

Compatible format: 4x5" / 9x12 cm

System compatibility: VINTAGE VISUAL Film Processor

Material: High-strength technical plastic

Number of films per spiral: 1

Care: Can be dismantled and washed

Dimensions: approx. 130 × 130 × 25 mm

Weight: approx. 157 g

Contents of the box

• Spiral for 4x5" films
• Instructions for use