Pira.mx – Darkroom Helper

Darkroom Helper

Easiest way to automate agitation, temperature and timings for DIY film processing

Innovative magnetically-coupled agitation keeps the tank stationary and upright for mess-free developing!

Built-in heater maintains the right temperature throughout the process

Fully programable cycle including agitation times and frequency

Compatible with Paterson tanks

Tank #1: 2×135 / 1×120
Tank #2: 3×135 / 2×120
Tank #3: 5×135 / 3×120

Develop all types of film

Make no compromises. Thanks to real temperature control there’s no need for complicated software compensation programs or tables. Develop virtually any film with any chemistry by just following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Black & white (including stand development)
C-41 Color negative
E-6 Slide film
ECN-2 Movie film**
Sizes: 35mm, 120* and 4×5*

NEW!
Improved spill-resistant construction

Clear LCD cover prevents liquids from reaching the screen.
Stainless steel screws and internal heater.

Custom program and easy push/pull

You can now create programs with up to 10 separate steps, each with it’s own time, temperature and agitation routine.
Additionally you can push or pull the running process with the press of a button without having to re-edit the times beforehand.

Continuous rotation mode

The PIRA film processor can also work as a rotation-type machine.
This reduces the volume of chemicals required and improves uniformity on medium/large format B&W development.

Extra magnets included

Six additional (removable) magnets, help to increase magnetic strength when working with heavier loads like the 5-reel tank at full capacity.

Small footprint

Measuring just 140x200mm (5.5”x8″) the PIRA – Darkroom Helper is barely any bigger than the tank itself, so it’s easy to store away when not in use.

*When processing medium and large format B&W film at room temperature, use the continuous rotation mode for best results.
**ECN-2 development needs an extra remjet removal step, this requires very vigorous initial agitation and is best done by hand, the rest of the process with normal agitation can be done with the machine.