Data Sheet

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STORAGE
For immediate use, store XP2 SUPER in a cool (10–20°C/50-68°F), dry place in its original packaging.
XP2 SUPER may be stored in a fridge/freezer but allow plenty of time for the film to acclimatise prior to use.
Exposed film
Once exposed, process XP2 SUPER as soon as practical.
Exposed films should always be stored in cool, dry conditions - as recommended above.
Negatives
Store processed negatives in a cool (10–20°C/50-68°F), dry place, in the dark. Suitable storage sleeves
include those made of cellulose triacetate, Mylar, paper (pH6.5–7.5) or inert polyester.
SCANNING
A big advantage of using XP2 SUPER is that that Digital Image Correction and Enhancement (Digital ICE) can
be used to remove dust and scratches automatically from the image. Digital ICE cannot be used with
conventional black and white films as the silver particles reflect the Infra Red light used for detection in the same
way as dust particles.
PRINT MAKING
XP2 SUPER negatives are printed in the same way as conventional black and white negatives. They have
superb image quality which will ensure exceptional quality prints, even from subjects with a wide brightness
range. Prints from XP2 SUPER negatives have a full range of tones including excellent highlight and shadow
detail. XP2 SUPER is designed for use with all black and white
papers. For best results, print XP2 SUPER on one of the range of ILFORD MULTIGRADE variable
contrast papers.
Negative appearance
Correctly processed XP2 SUPER negatives are usually pink or red-brown and slightly darker than other black
and white negatives. Although the exact image colour will depend on the method of processing such
variations will not usually affect the image quality.
Processed XP2 SUPER negatives will lose their overall pink colour when washed for a particularly long time or
when exposed for long periods to daylight. This affects neither image quality nor printing time. It is caused by
the bleaching of the small amount of sensitising dye that remains in the emulsion after processing.
Emulsion side identification
Unlike most black and white negatives, the emulsion side of XP2 SUPER has a glossy surface. To ensure that
negatives are correctly positioned emulsion-side down in the enlarger, check that the frame numbers are
projected onto the baseboard the right way around.
Film contrast
XP2 SUPER negatives have a dye image. Unlike the conventional black and white negative image, which is
made up of silver, the contrast of a dye image is virtually unaffected by the system of enlarger illumination
used. In the majority of cases, XP2 SUPER negatives can be printed on the same grade of paper regardless of
enlarger type. With certain enlargers, however, for example cold cathode, a change of grade may be
needed.