Paterson Photographic
Paterson Photographic 12x16" 3" Deep Grey Print Developing Tray
Holds 12x16 inch prints during chemical processing with a 3-inch depth, chemical-resistant polypropylene construction, anti-stick base ribs.
- Ideal for school and industrial darkrooms thanks to thick polypropylene construction
- Chemical-resistant material withstands repeated developer and fixer cycles
- Patented thermometer holder stops probes sliding into solution
- Ribbed base prevents prints sticking while maintaining tray rigidity
- Extra-large pouring lip allows drip-free emptying with minimal splash
Photographic Print Developing Tray
The Paterson Photographic developing tray is a 12x16 inch vessel moulded from thick polypropylene for processing photographic prints in wet darkroom workflows. Its three inch depth and grey colour support standard chemical volumes while the ribbed base adds rigidity and prevents prints from adhering during agitation. A patented thermometer holder keeps the probe upright and a generous pouring lip reduces splash when draining solutions.
Darkroom Users Needing Chemical Resistance
The tray suits photographers, educators and labs that require a durable, chemical-resistant container for developer, stop bath or fixer. The polypropylene construction withstands repeated exposure to standard processing chemicals without warping. Buyers who need integrated temperature control, automated agitation or a different footprint should consider alternative processing equipment.
Three Inch Depth Determines Solution Volume
The three inch depth fixes the working volume of chemistry the tray can hold and influences how many prints fit per session. This single dimension decides whether the tray matches your print size, chemical economy targets and workflow speed.
Highlights
- Ideal for school and industrial darkrooms thanks to thick polypropylene construction
- Chemical-resistant material withstands repeated developer and fixer cycles
- Patented thermometer holder stops probes sliding into solution
- Ribbed base prevents prints sticking while maintaining tray rigidity
- Extra-large pouring lip allows drip-free emptying with minimal splash
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Will the polypropylene tray need replacement if it warps from repeated darkroom chemical cycles?
The thick polypropylene construction resists warping and chemical attack, so the tray remains rigid through normal developing sessions.
What limits how many prints I can process in one 12-by-16-inch tray before the solution exhausts?
The 3-inch depth and base ribbing minimise the volume of chemistry needed, letting you run more prints per fill before the developer loses strength.
Does the tray get hot or noisy when left full of developer all day?
The tray is a passive moulded container with no moving parts or electronics, so it produces no heat or noise during use.
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