The Filmomat is made out of laser-engraved acrylic glass. The process chemistry (500mL for each step) is stored in three acrylic…
The Filmomat is made out of laser-engraved acrylic glass. The process chemistry (500mL for each step) is stored in three acrylic tubes, which are surrounded by a waterbath. A powerful 650W heater brings the waterbath to the correct temperature. Throughout the whole developing process, the waterbath is kept at the desired temperature with 0.1° accuracy. Two digital temperature sensors inside the waterbath and the chemistry tanks ensure accurate temperature measurement.
Separated from the heated waterbath is an additional 7-liter containing compartment, which is used for rinsing steps. Just fill it with fresh water and the Filmomat will draw from it for rinsing and presoaking. No water connection is required for using the Filmomat! The water in this rinsing-reservoir is not heated - you have to fill it with pre-warmed water beforehand. Used water is drained through a waste-water-exit, which can be connected to a discharge or a collection tank by a hose. Used chemicals are always pumped back into their storage tubes. Once you are finished, you can drain them by the drain valves on the right of the machine.
The film is loaded into a processing tank, which can be connected to the Filmomat by a spill-free quick coupling.