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Box of Fomaspeed Variant III 312 matte RC paper, 25 sheets 5x7 inches

Foma Film

Foma Film Fomaspeed Variant III 312 VC RC Paper Matte 5x7" 25 Sheets #41252

SKU CH-RK8S-D4FHB

Variable-contrast matte RC paper, 25 sheets, neutral-to-warm tone, 60-90 second development

  • Matte finish reduces glare for clear viewing
  • Variable contrast grades 00-5 via filter adjustment
  • Silver chlorobromide emulsion gives neutral-to-warm tones
  • RC base enables 60-90 second processing times
  • 25 sheets in 5x7 inch format for darkroom work

Fomaspeed Variant III 312 VC RC Paper Matte

This traditional black-and-white enlarging paper uses a resin-coated base with a silver chlorobromide emulsion. It delivers a neutral-to-medium warm tone on a matte finish. The variable-contrast design covers a full range from extra soft to ultra hard grades using colour filters during exposure. Each pack contains 25 sheets in a 5x7 inch format.

Suitable for darkroom printers who need variable

Photographers and artists seeking a versatile matte paper with a warm image tone and fast processing will find this paper fits the workflow. The RC base suits both manual tray development and machine processors. It is not suited for buyers who require a glossy or pearl surface finish, or those who need a cold-tone emulsion for neutral-black reproduction.

Variable-contrast grades adjusted by colour filters

The single specification that decides suitability is the variable-contrast emulsion, which lets you change print contrast from extra soft to ultra hard by switching filters at the enlarger. This replaces the need to stock multiple fixed-grade papers. Development completes in 60 to 90 seconds, accelerating darkroom throughput for edition printing.

Highlights

  • Matte finish reduces glare for clear viewing
  • Variable contrast grades 00-5 via filter adjustment
  • Silver chlorobromide emulsion gives neutral-to-warm tones
  • RC base enables 60-90 second processing times
  • 25 sheets in 5x7 inch format for darkroom work

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I set up Fomaspeed Variant III 312 VC RC Paper in the darkroom, and what step is often missed?

Handle the paper only under a safelight rated for VC grades, load it emulsion-side up in the easel, and remember to select the contrast filter that matches the grade you want — skipping the filter gives an uncontrolled result.

What chemicals and storage does this 25-sheet pack need over time?

Process with any standard RC black-and-white developer, stop bath and fixer; development takes 60–90 seconds. Keep unused sheets sealed in the original black bag at cool room temperature to prevent fogging.

What limits print consistency during a long session with this variable-contrast emulsion?

Developer exhaustion and temperature drift change contrast and tone first; replenish or replace the developer bath and hold it at a steady temperature to keep grades 00–5 repeatable.

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