Fujifilm RA4

TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Process RA4
EnviroChem and CPRA Processing Chemicals
For the processing of papers compatible

with the RA4 process
August 2010
version E14 / 08-10
CONTENTS
I.
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................ 1
II.
PROCESS DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................... 3
III.
PROCESSING STEPS AND FUNCTIONS .......................................................................... 3

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
IV.
Developer ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
Bleach-Fix ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Bleach (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)........................................................................................... 3
Fix (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)................................................................................................. 3
Wash............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Super Stabilizer ............................................................................................................................................. 4
PROCESS OPTIONS ...................................................................................................... 5

1. DEVELOPERS ........................................................................................................5
A. Developer Replenishers ................................................................................................................................. 5
B. Developer Regenerators ................................................................................................................................ 8
2. BLEACH-FIXERS ....................................................................................................9
A. Bleach-Fix Replenishers................................................................................................................................. 9
B. Regenerated Bleach-Fix Replenishers.......................................................................................................... 11
3. SEPARATED BLEACH AND FIX SYSTEM ....................................................................... 12
A. Separate Bleach .......................................................................................................................................... 12
B. Separate Fixer ............................................................................................................................................. 12
4. STABILIZERS ...................................................................................................... 12
5. ADDITIVES ......................................................................................................... 14
A. Ultra Bleach-Fix Extender............................................................................................................................. 14
B. Biological growth in wash tank..................................................................................................................... 14
V.
PROCESS SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................ 15

1. STANDARD PROCESS ............................................................................................ 15
2. SEPARATED BLEACH & FIX SYSTEM: PROCESS RA404 ................................................... 15
3. FAST PROCESSING ............................................................................................... 15
VI.
STANDARD REPLENISHMENT RATES.......................................................................... 16

1. DEVELOPERS ...................................................................................................... 16
2. BLEACH-FIXERS .................................................................................................. 17
3. BLEACHES ......................................................................................................... 17
4. FIXERS ............................................................................................................. 17
5. STABILIZERS ...................................................................................................... 18
VII.
STARTERS.................................................................................................................. 19
1. FOR ENVIROCHEM DEVELOPERS ............................................................................... 19
2. FOR CPRA DEVELOPERS ....................................................................................... 19
3. FOR OTHER SOLUTIONS ......................................................................................... 20
VIII. MIXING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 21

1. DEVELOPERS & DEVELOPER REPLENISHERS ................................................................ 21
2. BLEACH-FIXERS & BLEACH-FIXER REPLENISHERS......................................................... 25
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3. STOP BATH ........................................................................................................ 27

4. BLEACH ............................................................................................................ 27
5. FIXERS ............................................................................................................. 27
6. STABILIZER AND STABILIZER REPLENISHER ................................................................. 27
IX.
CHEMICAL REGENERATION........................................................................................ 28
1. DEVELOPER REGENERATION ................................................................................... 28
A. EnviroPrint Developer .................................................................................................................................. 28
2. BLEACH-FIX REGENERATION ................................................................................... 30
A. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator ............................................................................................ 30
B. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator...................................................................................... 31
C. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Regenerator.............................................................................................................. 33
3. BLEACH REGENERATION ........................................................................................ 33
A. EnviroPrint Bio-Bleach ................................................................................................................................. 33
4. FIXER REGENERATION ........................................................................................... 34
A. SUPER UNILEC .................................................................................................... 34
X.
pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 35

Freshly prepared solutions................................................................................................................................. 35
Seasoned solutions: .......................................................................................................................................... 37
XI.
PROCESS MONITORING .............................................................................................. 39
XII.
HANDLING PROCESSING SOLUTIONS ......................................................................... 39
XIII. CARE AND STORAGE OF SOLUTIONS.......................................................................... 40

XIV. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR THE RA4 PROCESS ............................................................. 40
B.
TROUBLESHOOTING - CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ............................................................ 41
C.
APPENDIX : Discontinued Products .......................................................................... 44
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I.
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INTRODUCTION
This new issue FH TB/RA4/E14/08-10 of the Technical Bulletin "Process RA4 Envirochem and CPRA Processing
Chemicals" contains all information on FUJIFILM Europes products and brings you up to date on the very latest
product releases.
FUJIFILM Europe has complemented its RA4 product range with more economical and ecological products
in all market segments.
FUJIFILM Europe has been very successful with the introduction of Monopart products in the Minilab
market, with a full range of developers covering replenishment rates from 45 to 160 ml/m available. A
comprehensive list of Monopart bleach-fixes for standard and fast processing conditions with associated
starter EnviroPrint MP Starter AC, are available.
All are homogeneous type, single part products offering important benefits. They are very easy to mix, less risk of
mixing error, requiring less packaging and storage space, only one drum to clean and dispose of. The
EnviroPrint Monopart (MP) developer product range "MP60 AC-MP73 AC-MP108-MP160" runs at 38C
complemented with MP45 AC at 38.5C and offers the unique feature of easy conversion from one type to
another by basically adjusting the replenishment rate only. Which product to run depends on seasonal
production volume.
For use at Large Finisher Laboratories only, EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer and CP48 II Bleach-Fix
Replenisher are available for use in Fuji Frontier 350, 355, 370, 375 and 390 systems as a replacement for the
drop-in Fuji CP48S II and CP48HV II cartridges. These products require connection to an external
replenishment tank system, and require high paper throughput .
The Fuji Hunt EnviroPrint FP range of monopart, Air Control products is also available, fully compatible
with the wide range of Fast Processing minilabs found in the market. EnviroPrint FP Developer MR is a
medium replenishment rate product ideally suited to most makes of minilab under a wide range of usage
conditions. The monopart bleach-fixes, EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR and EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix
HR are the ideal companions to the FP developer.
EnviroPrint K15 Developers MP90 is specialy designed for installation on Photo-Me KIS DKS 15xx
DKS 16xx DKS 17xx series of minilabs and complete the Fast Processing product range. More info can be
found in the Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide.
The EnviroPrint ADM Paper Cartridge is FUJIFILM Europes alternative for the Agfa easy paper box 110.
The FUJIFILM Europes ADM Paper Cartridge runs under the same standard conditions as the Agfa product and
is designed to be used in the Agfa D-lab.1 and D-Lab.2 series minilabs. Ask your local FUJIFILM Technical
Representative for further details or visit our web site www.fujiflm.eu/feb
To fulfil the requirements of the Professional market, FUJIFILM Europe advises the use of its CPRA Digital
Pro Developer AC. This odour-free developer is designed especially for use in roller transport processors
dedicated to Photo Digital Printers such as Durst Lambda, Theta and Epsilon, Oc Lightjet, ZBE Chromira,
Polielettronica LaserLab, Noritsu LPS24 Pro, etc., but is also suitable for general RA4 processing.
This 2-part, Air Controlled Developer features a high activity, clean working, secured whiteness and considerably
improved Dmax values on Paper and Display material.
CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix AC is a 2-part odour-free bleach-fix designed to complement CPRA Digital
Pro Developer AC. It is designed for use in medium and wide format paper processors, has excellent
resistance to oxidation in low throughput conditions, and guarantees clean whites.
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This Technical Bulletin has been well accepted by the market. It not only tells you a bit more about the individual
process steps and functions, but just as importantly, it guides you in more detail through the FUJIFILM
Europe Process Option chart making it easier for the customer to make his correct choice.
Once you have confirmed the product of your choice by cross-checking the chapter "Process Specifications",
you find all process specifications such as the physical parameters, chemical specifications and mixing
instructions including regeneration procedures in the individual chapters.
Process Monitoring, Chemical Handling and Storage complete this Technical Bulletin.
Even though this Technical Bulletin does contain a lot of important information, we also realize that additional
information may be wanted in your day-to-day operation.
If you have any queries, FUJIFILM has a large and experienced team of Technical Experts available to you.
Do not hesitate to contact your local FUJIFILM representative, he will be most happy to assist you at any time.
Please also note that additional information such as Technical Information Sheets, processing and process
control tips, and the latest information about new products is always available from the FUJIFILM Europe web
site at www.fujifilm.eu/feb.
II.
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PROCESS DESCRIPTION
CPRA processing chemicals are designed for processing any RA4 process-compatible paper. Developers
work at a temperature of 35C and are available for minilab, leader belt and cin-type processors, plus two
special developers for roller transport machines.
The Envirochem range, represents "state of the art" products introduced by FUJIFILM Europe to reduce
photochemical pollution to a minimum. Their use is equally beneficial to minilabs and traditional labs and includes
developers, bleach-fixers, a low replenishment bleach and non-ammonia paper fix. The developers are designed
to work at a temperature of 38C, apart from EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP45 AC and
EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer, which runs at 38.5C .
Both product ranges offer you a complete product range Air Control products, eliminating the unpleasant smell
of conventional RA4 chemicals and guaranteeing a pleasant environment for the customer.
III.
PROCESSING STEPS AND FUNCTIONS
A. Developer
The developer produces a silver image in the paper emulsion layers from the latent image produced when the
paper is exposed. At the same time, the developer - which is locally oxidised by this reaction - combines with
couplers incorporated in the emulsion and produces colour dyes. The quantity of dye produced is proportional
to the amount of silver image produced.
B. Bleach-Fix
The bleach-fix acts as a combined bleach and fix bath. The metallic silver image produced during development,
plus all undeveloped silver salts remaining in the paper are removed in this bath as soluble silver salts.
C. Bleach (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)

This bath converts the metallic silver image formed during development back into silver halide in order to make it
possible for the fixer to remove the silver from the emulsion. The action is the same as for the bleaching step on
a conventional C41 process.
D. Fix (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)

The fixer removes the bleached silver image and the unexposed and therefore undeveloped silver halide originally
present in the paper emulsion.
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E. Wash
A water wash, as commonly found in larger processors, works by removing all processing chemicals and byproducts from the paper emulsion. A correct wash water rate and temperature are critical with respect to longterm dye stability.
F. Super Stabilizer
The EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC option, commonly used in minilabs in place of a water wash, works
by washing the majority of processing chemicals and by-products from the paper emulsion and then reacting
with any remaining chemicals to form stable, inert compounds and preventing dye fading.
IV.
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PROCESS OPTIONS
1. Developers
A. Developer Replenishers
Two categories of developer replenishers are available:

Envirochem Developers
CPRA Developers
Both categories offer you a complete range of Air Control products.
EnviroPrint Developers
The Envirochem range of products has been introduced in order to reduce photochemical pollution to a
minimum. EnviroPrint Developers allow approaching zero overflow from process tanks, greatly reducing
discharge to drain. They are suitable for use in any processors with a reasonable level of throughput, and offer
particular advantages for minilab, leader belt and cin-type and even LVTT processors.
An extremely important benefit of the Envirochem product range is that all developers run at 38C (EnviroPrint
Developer Replenisher MP45 AC and EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer requires 38.5C), so alteration
between these developers is very easy and convenient. You can choose between a low or high replenishment
rate developer, keeping your product always in good condition. This is a very interesting feature as depending on
the season, low or high throughput, your process will always be in good condition. By doing so, you not only
save money, but you will also contribute to a greener environment.
1. EnviroPrint Developer
EnviroPrint Developer is a general-purpose 3-part developer which can also be regenerated (see
section Developer Regenerators page 8).
This developer is a very popular replenisher product (160 ml/m) and is being recommended to those
customers having low to medium throughput production volumes.
2. EnviroPrint Developer MP160

EnviroPrint Developer MP 160 is a standard replenishment rate monopart developer, designed for
easy use under a wide range of processing conditions. This product replaces smaller pack sizes of
EnviroPrint Developer (see above).
Its standard replenishment rate allows this product to be used at times of lower throughput in minilab, leader
belt and roller transport processors that, in busier times, would otherwise be using our EnviroPrint
Developer MP108, MP73 AC or MP60 AC developers.
3. EnviroPrint Developer MP108

EnviroPrint Developer MP 108 is a "medium" rate monopart developer, designed for customers
wishing to work at a lower replenishment rate compared to normal, but who cannot use a true low
replenishment developer. This product replaces the three-part EnviroPrint Developer MR.
Its medium replenishment rate makes it ideal for the lower throughput minilab and conventional laboratories
that cannot justify using our EnviroPrint Developer MP60 AC.
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4. EnviroPrint Developer MP73 AC

EnviroPrint Developer MP73 AC is a low replenishment rate developer recommended when
production volume throughput conditions do not justify the use of EnviroPrint Developer MP60 AC. It
has the advantage of monopart mixing, and is fully compatible with all other MP developers.

EnviroPrint Developer MP60 AC is a very low replenishment rate monopart developer. It is a
homogeneous liquid concentrate that easily mixes with water and is designed to run at a replenishment rate
of 60 ml/m. This product can be replenished on top of any developer belonging to the EnviroPrint
/Envirochem product range.

EnviroPrint Developer MP45 AC is designed to offer the lowest available replenishment rate of only 45
ml/m at a slightly higher temperature of 38.5C. This developer, belonging to the Air Control product range
is best used in combination with EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher 35 RTU AC or the
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher 35 AC..
7. EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer

EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer is provided for use in large Finisher laboratories only as a replacement
for the CP48S II/CP48HV II cartridge system used in FUJIFILM Frontier 350, 355, 370, 375 and 390.
Replenishment and processing conditions are as for FUJIFILM Frontier chemistry. Connection to an external
replenishment tank system is required.
8. EnviroPrint FP (Fast Processing) Developer MR

This monopart product has been extensively tested with a wide range of minilabs running at various short
developer time configurations. It has been optimized for the lowest possible replenishment rate, and offers
flexibility on dilution ratio and replenishment rate to suit development times from 20 to 33 seconds.
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CPRA Developers
The CPRA-range of products is available to meet a variety of specific needs for the photographic market.
1. CPRA Developer AC
Is a 160 ml/m replenishment rate product designed to be used in either a wash or washless system with
RA4 process compatible paper. This is a standard 35C developer, suitable for use in a wide range of
processors.
This product possesses all the features of our developer Air Control product line, eliminating the unpleasant
smell of the conventional RA4 Developers, guaranteeing a pleasant environment for the customer and has
proven to be much cleaner working under difficult circumstances.
Important:
When converting from conventional CPRA Developer to the CPRA Developer AC, there is no
need to dump your running chemistry, as both products are fully compatible; replenishing
on top is the correct decision.
However, if you make a fresh start up, please use the correct starter and starter volume.
(Enviroprint Developer Starter AC, see Chapter VIII Mixing Instructions page 21).
2. CPRA Developer
Is the conventional 160 ml/m replenishment rate product working at 35C.
For more specific details regarding your preferred choice on one of the above mentioned 2 developers,
please contact your local FUJIFILM representative.
3. CPRA Pro Developer

This is a specially designed formula to offset the effects of oxidation due to under-utilisation of a processor typically roller transport processors in professional laboratories. In almost all processing situations, the
replenishment of the developer with CPRA Pro is sufficient to maintain developer activity, even when very
small quantities of paper are processed. The formula has been carefully balanced to allow much higher
replenishment rates ensuring the developer solution is changed sufficiently to prevent serious oxidation
occurring.
4. CPRA Digital Pro Developer AC

This "Professional lab" product has been especially designed for use in large format roller transport
processors dedicated to Photo Digital Printers such as Durst Lambda, Theta and Epsilon, Oc Lightjet, ZBE
Chromira, Polielettronica LaserLab, etc.
The product belongs to the Air Controlled range and consists of only 2 parts. It features a high activity, clean
working, secured whiteness and largely improved Dmax values on Paper and Display material. Additionally,
this developer gives a very stable process, and is also suitable for use with conventional analogue printing.
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B. Developer Regenerators
Developer Regeneration is an alternative to low replenishment rate chemistries, as it offers the lowest possible
developer waste generation and important chemical cost savings. RA4 Developer regeneration is very much
practised in the large photofinishing market. The most commonly system used nowadays is "Developer
regeneration without the use of ion exchange resins". Developer overflow is collected and rebuilt with specially
designed developer regenerator parts. Depending on the type of processors installed, squeegee adjustments
and maintenance applied, the volume of collected overflow will differ. In order to regenerate your developer with
EnviroPrint Developer Regeenrator HV, you must be able to recover at least 650ml of developer overflow for
every litre of replenisher added to the processor. No specialised chemical analyses are required, the only control
needed is density and pH-measurement and related correction. Upon request, fully defined chemical
specifications are supplied to support your process.
The recommended developer to be installed when preparing for developer regeneration is EnviroPrint
Developer. However if you are running a different chemistry, your local FUJIFILM representative will assist
you during the conversion period and avoid any unnecessary chemical draining and environmental pollution.
One developer regenerator option is currently available:

EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV
This option is very flexible and rebuild additions can be adjusted according to available developer overflow
volumes.
1. EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV

Is a variable "High Volume" developer regenerator, allowing regeneration of 650 ml up to 700 ml developer
overflow (or more), to which water and regenerator parts are added to make 1 litre of replenisher. A rebuild
ratio of 65% is equivalent to an effective replenishment rate of 56 ml/m, whereas 70% gives you an effective
replenishment rate of 48 ml/m.
Important:
When the developer is continually recycled, there is an accumulation of dirt and colour from
sensitising dyes and restrainers, which can cause sensitometric deviations. With the
introduction of leader belt free processors, very low developer carry over volumes can be
achieved, resulting in the collection of larger volumes of developer overflow. Large
Photofinishers have explored this situation to regenerate their overflow at rebuild ratios as
high as 80%, giving an effective replenishment rate of only 32 ml/m. The higher the
rebuild ratio, the higher the accumulation of by-products. Installing a filter and also an
adsorber resin will help with clearing up the colour of the developer and take out some
oxidation products, but it will not remove the high tech restrainers released from the
emulsion. Please be aware of this and pay extreme care, otherwise poor print quality may
become your enemy, resulting in loss of business.
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2. Bleach-Fixers
Two categories of Bleach-Fixer Replenishers are available:

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix AC
CPRA Bleach-Fix AC
Both categories offer you a complete range of Air Control products.
A. Bleach-Fix Replenishers
Fuji Hunt Bleach-Fix Replenishers are partly available as 2-part products, partly available as monopart
products, both being Air Controlled.
These products no longer generate the unpleasant smell of acetic acid. They are now much better buffered
against oxidation. Product stability has been greatly improved and, more importantly, better print whites are
guaranteed.
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fixers AC
1. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 215 AC
Is the standard 215 ml/m replenishment rate 2-part product for all types of paper processors. It is equally
suited for use in minilabs, roller transport processors (at high enough throughput), and many other
processors.
It is also the recommended product to be installed when Bleach-Fix regeneration (with or without electrolytic
desilvering) is being considered.

Is a 108 ml/m replenishment rate 2-part product and is the ideal companion for EnviroPrint Developer
MP108.
Is a 70 ml/m replenishment rate 2-part product suitable for use in any processor with high volume
throughput. This gives greatly reduced overflow volumes and lower cost. Its use is not recommended in
roller transport processors. The higher level of oxidation in these machines would cause sulphurization of the
fixing agent and staining due to excessive quantities of oxidised developer from the carry over.
Is designed as low replenishment, non-regenerable bleach-fix for applications in high and medium volume
minilab processors. The recommended replenishment is as low as 55 ml/m and offers the advantage of
greatly reduced overflow volumes and lower cost. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 55 AC is a 2-part product.
5. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix VR AC
Allows you to run your process at a replenishment rate of 55 or 70 ml/m depending on the production
period (medium or high peak sason) you are working in, just by following different mixing instructions.
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix VR AC is a 2-part product
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This innovative extremely low replenishment rate bleach-fix can be used in combination with EnviroPrint
Developer Replenisher MP45 AC. To ensure a constant high product stability, the bleach-fix has been
designed as a two-part product to be mixed with water to make fresh replenisher. The bleach-fix processing
temperature is 38C. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 AC is a 2-part product.
7. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 RTU AC

This product offers the same features as EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 AC. The only difference is in the
preparation of fresh replenisher: Part A and Part B mixed together makes fresh replenisher; no additional
water is required. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 RTU AC is a 2-part product.
8. EnviroPrint CP48 II Bleach-Fix

EnviroPrint CP48 II Bleach-Fix is provided for use in large Finisher laboratories as a replacement for
the CP48S II/CP48HV II cartridge system used in FUJIFILM Frontier 350, 355, 370, 375 and 390.
Replenishment and processing conditions are as for FUJIFILM Frontier chemistry chemistry; please see your
FUJIFILM Frontier documentation. EnviroPrint CP48HVII Bleach-Fix is a 2-part product.
9. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP70 AC (Discontinued )

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP70 AC is an Air Controlled monopart odourless bleach-fix designed as an
easy-to-use alternative to the standard 2-part EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 70 AC for minilabs. The MP70
monopart product offers easy and convenient mixing, giving reduced risk of mixing error, and reduced
packaging waste.
10.EnviroPrint Bleach Fix MP 2150 AC

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP215 AC is an Air Controlled monopart odourless bleach-fix designed as an
easy-to-use alternative to the standard 2-part EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 215 AC for minilabs. This monopart
product offers easy and convenient mixing, giving reduced risk of mixing error, and reduced packaging
waste.
11.EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR is an Air Controlled odourless monopart bleach-fix designed for use with
EnviroPrint FP Developer MR in fast processing minilabs. This monopart product offers easy and
convenient mixing, and is suitable for minilabs designed to accept a monopart bleach-fix concentrate.
12.EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix HR
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix HR is an Air Controlled odourless monopart high replenishment rate bleachfix specially designed for use in Konica NPS 8-series and R1 Super 1400 (PP8610 processor) non-Ecojet
minilabs using the Konica CPK-2-22 (SQA) process. See Product Information Sheet (PIS) and TB Minilab
Chamical Guide for further information.
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CPRA Bleach-Fix AC
1. CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix AC
CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix AC is designed for use with CPRA Digital Pro Developer AC, giving
even better resistance to aerial oxidation and low throughput, and increased resistance to stain formation in
the paper whites all with the standard bleach-fix replenishment rate. Users of the previous CPRA Pro
Bleach-Fix AC product are recommended to switch to CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix AC when stocks of the
Pro bleach-fix are exhausted.
B. Regenerated Bleach-Fix Replenishers

Three options for Bleach-Fix regeneration are possible:

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix regeneration

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix regeneration
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix regeneration
1. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix regeneration is a conventional regeneration system for those
laboratories who wish to desilver the Bleach-Fix prior to rebuilding.
When implementing the Electrolytic Bleach-Fix regeneration system, chemical waste can be reduced and
carry over levels of silver into the wash-water will be decreased to an absolute minimum. Further chemical
waste reduction can be achieved when installing a well configured low flow wash followed by a main wash,
or go for the ultimate waste control system by installing a chemical wash concept.
In order to recover the maximum amount of silver, desilvering of the low flow wash or chemical wash is
recommended.
2. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator

This product is a unique high tech ecological Bleach-Fix. It offers the same features as EnviroPrint
Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator, with the additional ecological benefit that it incorparates a 100%
biodegradable compound.
It can be used as a replenisher or as an electrolytically desilvered and regenerated replenisher.
Reduction of hard complexing agents is becoming a major environmental concern in the European market
and the incorporation of a biodegradable compound proves to be another important step forward in
protecting the environment.
More detailed information can be found in the appropriate FUJIFILM Europe Technical Info Sheet.
3. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix regeneration

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix regeneration is the easiest of the Bleach-Fix regeneration systems currently
on the market.
The Bleach-Fix overflow is collected and rebuilt by adding the EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix regenerator
concentrates, followed by a final pH adjustment.
As silver levels will season out higher than in the Electrolytic Bleach-Fix regeneration system, it is essential for
you to install low flow washes, or decide on a chemical wash configuration followed by electrolytic
desilvering of the resulting overflows, or have them treated off-site.
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3. Separated Bleach and Fix system

A. Separate Bleach
EnviroPrint Bio-Bleach
Is designed to reduce pollution to a minimum. It can easily be regenerated using a single part concentrate,
giving almost no bleach overflow.
This bleach is using a 100% Biodegradable bleaching substance, drastically reducing the total concentration
level of strong complexing agents by as much as 80%. The new product guarantees long-term product
stability.
Your local FUJIFILM technical representative can inform you about all details and supply you with the
appropriate Technical Information Sheet.
B. Separate Fixer
Replenished Fixers
1. Super Unilec Fixer
Super Unilec Fixer is the most commonly used fixer, covering many requirements. It can be used as a
non-desilvered replenished fixer. Super Unilec Fixer can also be used in a closed loop continuous
electrolytic desilvering system at a reduced replenishment rate. Super Unilec Fixer replaces Unilec and
Unimatic Fixer, which have been discontinued.
Regenerated Fixer Replenishers

Three fixing systems are suitable for use with EnviroPrint Bio-Bleach or EnviroPrint Bleach.
1. Super Unilec Fixer

Super Unilec Fixer is the recommended concentrate for fixer regeneration, and replaces XL
Rejuvenator which has been discontinued. When regeneration with Super Unilec Fixer is considered,
please contact your local FUJIFILM representative.
This system may require correction for specific gravity and pH at regular intervals. This fixer can be used in
both film and paper processing systems.
Detailed information can be found in the FUJIFILM Europes Technical Bulletin "Fixing Systems".
Your FUJIFILM technical representative can assist you in making the correct choice of system for your
laboratory.
4. Stabilizers
The main purpose of Super Stabilizers is to remove processing chemicals and unwanted reaction products
from the imaging layers, obtaining optimum whites and guaranteeing long-term image stability. Achieving this
target with the far lower wash volumes applied with Super Stabilizer,, compared to a conventional water
wash, is much more difficult and critical.
Accomplishing this ultimate goal under the different market processing conditions requires well-designed
chemical formulations.
FUJIFILM Europe offers a versatile Super Stabilizer,, which will meet these criteria and meet your most
stringent demands.
1.
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EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC

is a monopart product designed for use in all types of "washless" minilabs. The stabilizer has been specially
formulated to reduce or eliminate the excessive staining commonly associated with washless rinses, and to
minimise or eliminate algae growth.
EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC may also be used in other types of processor that are operated in-line
with manufacturer-recommended specifications for washless operation.
2.
EnviroPrint FP Super Stabilizer AC

This product is designed for use in fast processing minilabs, and should be used in combination with other
FUJIFILM Europes EnviroPrint FP products. Further information may be found in the Technical Information
Sheet (TIS) RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing, or the Technical Bulletin (TB) Minilab Chemical Guide.
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5. Additives
Even though products have been intensively tested and recognized by the market as giving excellent
performance, even under extreme conditions, it is always possible that local conditions temporarily exceed the
acceptable tolerance.
The water quality entering the lab may suddenly have become extremely hard as it is coming from a different
source, processing throughput may be very low on a particular processor.
When these situations occur, FUJIFILM Europe can supply you with an appropriate additive to help you to
keep your production running under the new circumstances.
The following special additives can be supplied by FUJIFILM Europe to meet special requirements. None of
these additives is required in a normal RA4 process; they have all been introduced to address specific problems,
or to fine-tune the process to meet the requirements of well-controlled professional laboratories. These additives
are only available through your FUJIFILM technical representative.
A.
Ultra Bleach-Fix Extender
B.
Biological growth in wash tanks
A. Ultra Bleach-Fix Extender

This product is for use in bleach-fixes and replenishers where excessive oxidation leading to sulphurization is a
problem due to adverse processing conditions.
Dosing: 5 - 15 ml per litre bleach-fix tank and/or replenisher.
B. Biological growth in wash tank

Open wash system
It is unusual for biological growth to be found in well-maintained processors with open wash systems and
adequate wash water flow rates. If problems are experienced, your first step should be an examination the water
supply system and quality, carried out by a specialist company.
Various biocides compatible with photographic processors are available. Please consult your FUJIFILM
representative for further information.
V.
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PROCESS SPECIFICATIONS
1. Standard Process
Bath
Time
Temperature (C)
45 "
38.0C 0.3C
CPRA Developers
45 "
35.0C 0.3C
Bleach-Fix
45 "
33.0C 3.0C
Wash Water
90 "
35.0C 5.0C
90 "
34.0C 4.0C
EnviroPrint Developers
(1)
or
EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC
(1)
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP45 AC and EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer have a processing
temperature of 38.5C 0.3C.
These values are nominal and may need to be altered depending on the requirements of machine and
sensitometric quality.
Note: Wash or EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC is used as required. The wash water rate should be in the
range 2-11 L/m, depending on the number of wash tanks. EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC replenishment
rate is normally 250 ml/m where four counter-current tanks are used, but it may be necessary to increase this if
only three tanks are fitted. See "Standard Replenishment Rates" on the following pages for further details.
2. Separated Bleach & Fix System: process RA404

Bath
Time
Temperature (C)
Replenishment
Rate
45 "
(1)
(2)
15 "
25C 5C
150 ml/m
Wash
15 "
32C 3C
1.5 L/m
Bleach
75 "
32C 3C
100 ml/m
Wash
45 "
32C 3C
2 L/m
Fixer
45 "
32C 3C
Wash
90 "
32C 3C
Developer
Stop Bath
(3)
55 ml/m
(4)
2 - 5 L/m
Note: Times given are minimum times except for developer.

(1)
Depends on developer, see "Standard Process" above for further details.
(2)
Depends on developer, see "Standard Replenishment Rates for Developers".
(3)
Stop Bath is a 0.7% acetic acid solution.
(4)
Super Unilec Fixer with continuous closed loop desilvering. Other options are available; see the FUJIFILM Europe
Technical Bulletin "Fixing Systems" for further information.
3. Fast Processing
Full information is available in the Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide and Technical Info Sheet RA4 FP
chemistry for Fast Processing. Contact your local FUJIFILM Technical Representative or visit our web site
www.fujifilm.eu/feb if you require further information.
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VI.
STANDARD REPLENISHMENT RATES
1. Developers
Standard Replenishment Rate ml/m
EnviroPrint Developer
(1)
160
EnviroPrint Developer MP160
160
108
EnviroPrint Developer MP73 AC
73
60
45
EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer
45
EnviroPrint FP Developer MR
See TIS RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing and TB Minilab Chemical Guide (5)
CPRA Developer
(2)
CPRA Developer AC
CPRA Pro Developer
160
(2)
160
(3)
CPRA Digital Pro Developer AC
250
(4)
215 - 325
(1) When regenerating this developer, the effective replenishment rate can be as low as 48 ml/m when regenerating 70%
of the overflow.
(2) Replenisher amount per 25 x 20 cm (10" x 8") is 8 ml.
(3) The suggested replenishment rate of 250 ml/m for CPRA Pro Developer may be varied within the range 200 - 500
ml/m according to the specific conditions on your processor. Suggested replenisher amount per 25 x 20 cm (10" x 8")
is 12.5 ml; this may be varied within the range 10 - 25 ml.
(4) The suggested replenishment rate for paper processing may be varied within the range 215 325 ml/m according to
the specific conditions on your processor. In times of high productions volumes, resulting in a very high tank turn over (
> 0.75 TTO/week), it can be considered to lower the replenishment rate as low as 180 ml/m for paper. At any time the
standard replenishment rate for display material is 495 ml/m.
(5) Replenishment rate depends on developer time and temperature. See the Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP
chemistry for Fast Processing or the Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide for more details.
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2. Bleach-Fixers
Standard
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Regenerator
Replenishment Rate ml/m

215
21
(1)
EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator
Effective
(1)
215
17 - 21
215
17 - 21
215
CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix AC
215
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 108 AC
108
70
55
35
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 RTU AC
35
EnviroPrint CP48 II Bleach-Fix
35
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP 215 AC
215
EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator

(2)
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix HR
(1)
(2)
(3)
(1)
See TIS RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing and TB

Minilab Chemical Guide (3)
See TIS 322 Konica Minilab NPS 8-series / R1 Super
1400 Paper Minilabs (3)
Exact replenishment rate depends on carry over and evaporation.

Replenisher amount per 25 x 20 cm (10" x 8") is 11 ml for processing colour papers. For processing display materials
such as FujiTrans and FujiClear, the recommended replenishment rate for these products is 495 ml/m. Use of
regenerated bleach-fix in roller transport processors is not recommended.
Replenishment rate depends on bleach-fix time. See the Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP chemistry for Fast
Processing or Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide for more details.
3. Bleaches
Standard
Effective
(1)
100
Standard
Effective
(1) Exact replenishment rate depends on carry over and evaporation.
4. Fixers
Super Unilec (1 + 4 Dilution)
Super Unilec (1 + 3 Dilution)
(1)
Super Unilec (Regeneration)

(1) With continuous "in-line" electrolytic desilvering.
250 - 300
250 - 300
55
55
290
~11
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5. Stabilizers
The indicated replenishment rates below are valid for EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer AC
# Cascaded tanks
Replenishment rate (ml/m)
160
200
250
350
EnviroPrint FP Super Stabilizer AC

See the Technical Information Sheet (TIS) RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing, or the Technical Bulletin (TB)
Minilab Chemical Guide for further information.
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VII. STARTERS
1. For Envirochem Developers
Ensure that the correct starter is used for the following tank solutions:
Developer
Starter
EnviroPrint Universal Developer Starter
EnviroPrint Developer Starter AC
No starter; use FUJIFILM CP-48S II P1 1x4.2L

or FUJIFILM CP-48S II P1 1x10L
RA4 Quick Starter
Notes::
Never use starters designed for E6 or Negacolor (C41) processes. This would result in having to discard the
developer.
RA4 Quick starter is the correct starter to be used in fast processing. More info can be found in the FUJIFILM
Europe Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing and in the Technnical Bulletin
Minilab Chemical Guide.
2. For CPRA Developers

Ensure that the correct starter is used for the following tank solutions.
Developer
Starter
CPRA Developer
CPRA Pro Developer
CPRA Developer AC
Note::
Never use starters designed for the Ektaprint 2 (EP2), E6 or Negacolor (C41) processes. This would result in
having to discard the developer.
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3. For Other Solutions

Generally starters are not required for bleach-fix, RA4 bleach and fix, or stabilizer systems, except :
Bleach-Fix
Starter
(1)
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP Starter AC
(1)
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP Starter AC
Notes::
When preparing a new working tank of Bleach-Fix MP tank-solution, 2 options are available to guarantee the
best possible print quality from the start :
- Option 1: Mix fresh tank solution in combination with EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP Starter AC.
- Option 2: Mix fresh tank solution without starter. This option requires 8-12 hours chemistry re-circulation
in the processor to optimise the processing condition.
(1) See the Technical Information Sheet (TIS) RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing, or the Technical Bulletin
(TB) Minilab Chemical Guide for further information.
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VIII. MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
FUJIFILM Europe supplies chemicals in a variety of pack sizes to suit most requirements. However,
particularly for the smaller user, it may be necessary to split packs to suit specific needs. For this reason, the
information needed to mix intermediate volumes of chemicals is given below.
FUJIFILM Europe does not recommend this as general practice; concentrates are less stable in partially filled
bottles and containers than in full, unopened bottles. If possible, it is always better to purchase chemicals in the
pack size that suits your mixing requirements rather than buying a larger pack and splitting it.
Working or tank solutions must be prepared when initially filling a processor, or when using chemicals on a "oneshot" basis.
They may be prepared by the more convenient of two routes either directly from replenisher concentrates or
from already mixed replenisher. The choice whether to mix directly from concentrates or from mixed replenisher
is a matter from the laboratory; as long as the correct amount of water and/or starter is added, the end result is
the same.
Generally it is necessary to add a starter with developers and some bleaches; other solutions are normally used
either at replenisher strength, or just with simple dilution of the replenisher.
1. Developers & Developer Replenishers

For mixing instructions for EnviroPrint FP Developer MR, please see the FUJIFILM Europe Technical
Information Sheet (TIS) RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing, or the Technical Bulletin (TB) Minilab Chemical
Guide.
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Part C
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
884.5 ml
28 ml
9 ml
38.5 ml
40 ml
REPLENISHER
892.1 ml
40 ml
12.9 ml
55 ml
Tank from Repl
260 ml
700 ml
40 ml
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP160

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
810 ml
140 ml
50 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
250 ml
700 ml
50 ml
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EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP108 * - manufactured before March 2009

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
850 ml
100 ml
50 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
450 ml
500 ml
50 ml
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP108 * (from March 2009 batch DR332)

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
830 ml
120 ml
50 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
350 ml
600 ml
50 ml
*, Note : EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP108 is changing with all batches manufactured afrom March
2009 onwards. The previous MP108 product has a batch number xxxxxDR273. The new MP108 from March
2009 onwards has a batch number xxxxxDR332. Please ensure that you follow the correct new working tank
mixing instructions for the chemistry you are using. Replenisher mixing instructions are unchanged.
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP73 AC * - manufactured before Sept 2009

Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
790 ml
100 ml
110 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
390 ml
500 ml
110 ml
To make 1 litre
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP73 AC* ( from Sept 2009 batch DR335)
Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
790 ml
100 ml
110 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
390 ml
500 ml
110 ml
To make 1 litre
*, Note : EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP73 AC is changing with all batches manufactured from
September 2010 onwards. The previous MP73 AC product has a batch number xxxxxDR273. The new MP73
AC from March 2009 onwards has a batch number xxxxxDR335. Please ensure that you follow the correct new
working tank mixing instructions for the chemistry you are using. Replenisher mixing instructions are unchanged.
EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP60 AC

Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
800 ml
80 ml
120 ml
REPLENISHER
800 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
480 ml
400 ml
120 ml
To make 1 litre
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EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher MP45 AC

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
792 ml
78 ml
130 ml
REPLENISHER
740 ml
260 ml
Tank from Repl
570 ml
300 ml
130 ml
EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer Replenisher

Water
To make 1 litre
Conc.
Use FujiFilm CP-48SII P1 1x4.2L or FujiFilm CP-48SII P1 1x10L
TANK
REPLENISHER
740 ml
260 ml
CPRA Developer Replenisher AC

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Part C
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
875 ml
30 ml
15 ml
30 ml
50 ml
REPLENISHER
875 ml
50 ml
25 ml
50 ml
Tank from Repl
350 ml
600 ml
50 ml
CPRA Developer Replenisher

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Part C
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
890 ml
35 ml
9.94 ml
35 ml
30 ml
REPLENISHER
885.8 ml
50 ml
14.2 ml
50 ml
Tank from Repl
270 ml
700 ml
30 ml
CPRA Developer Replenisher (with CD60)

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Multigen
CD60
Part C
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
891,7 ml
35 ml
8,3 ml
35 ml
30 ml
REPLENISHER
888,2 ml
50 ml
11,8 ml
50 ml
Tank from Repl
270 ml
700 ml
30 ml
CPRA Pro Developer Replenisher
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To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Part C
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Univ.
Dev. Starter
TANK
855 ml
40 ml
40 ml
40 ml
25 ml
REPLENISHER
850 ml
50 ml
50 ml
50 ml
Tank from Repl
175 ml
800 ml
25 ml
CPRA Digital Pro Developer Replenisher AC

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
EnviroPrint Dev.
Starter AC
TANK
796 ml
84 ml
80 ml
40 ml
REPLENISHER
795 ml
105 ml
100 ml
Tank from Repl
160 ml
800 ml
40 ml
See chapter "IX Chemical Regeneration" section "1. Developer Regeneration" on page 28 for details on
EnviroPrint developer regeneration.
See the Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing for details of mixing and using
EnviroPrint FP Developer Replenisher MR.
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2. Bleach-Fixers & Bleach-Fixer Replenishers

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix & Replenisher 215 AC
To make 1 litre
TANK & REPLENISHER
Water
Part A
Part B
760 ml
120 ml
120 ml
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix & Replenisher 215 AC should be used if fresh (non-regenerated) bleach-fix
replenisher is required for use with the EnviroPrint bleach-fix regeneration processes. For details of EnviroPrint
bleach-fix regeneration, see chapter "IX. Chemical Regeneration Section 2 Bleach-Fix Regeneration" on page
30.
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher 108 AC

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
TANK
760 ml
120 ml
120 ml
REPLENISHER
670 ml
180 ml
150 ml
Tank from Repl
334 ml
666 ml

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
TANK
760 ml
120 ml
120 ml
REPLENISHER
600 ml
220 ml
180 ml
Tank from Repl
445 ml
545 ml

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
TANK
775 ml
125 ml
100 ml
REPLENISHER
550 ml
250 ml
200 ml
Tank from Repl
500 ml
500 ml

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
TANK
666 ml
167 ml
167 ml
REPLENISHER
330 ml
335 ml
335 ml
Tank from Repl
500 ml
500 ml
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher MP215 AC Option 1

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc
EnviroPrint BX
Replenisher
MP Starter AC
TANK
730 ml
250 ml
20 ml
REPLENISHER
700 ml
300 ml
Tank from Repl
147 ml
20 ml
833 ml
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EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher MP215 AC Option 2

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc
EnviroPrint BX
Replenisher
MP Starter AC
TANK
700 ml
3000 ml
REPLENISHER
700 ml
300 ml
20 ml
833 ml
Tank from Repl

147 ml
/
* Option 2 requires 8 12 hours recirculation in the processor before use.
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix Replenisher MR - Option 1

(replacement for EP Bleach-Fix MP70 AC)
To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
EnviroPrint BX
MP Starter AC
Replenisher
TANK
705 ml
275 ml
20 ml
REPLENISHER
500 ml
500 ml
Tank from Repl
430 ml
20 ml
550 ml
Replenishment rate for 45 seconds bleach-fix processing time is 70 ml/m
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix Replenisher MR - Option 2

(replacement for EP Bleach-Fix MP70 AC)
To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
EnviroPrint BX
MP Starter AC
Replenisher
TANK
705 ml
275 ml
20 ml
REPLENISHER
500 ml
500 ml
20 ml
550 ml
Tank from Repl

430 ml
/
* Option 2 requires 8 12 hours recirculation in the processor before use.
Replenishment rate for 45 seconds bleach-fix processing time is 70 ml/m
EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Replenisher 35 RTU AC

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
Replenisher
TANK
500 ml
250 ml
250 ml
REPLENISHER
500 ml
500 ml
Tank from Repl
500 ml
500 ml
EnviroPrint CP48 II Bleach-Fix Replenisher

To make 1 litre
TANK
REPLENISHER
Water
Part A
Part B
Use FUJIFILM CP-48S II P2 1x4.2L FUJIFILM CP-48S II P2 1x10L

330 ml
335 ml
335 ml

To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
Part B
TANK & REPLENISHER
720 ml
120 ml
160 ml
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See the Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing or Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide
for details of mixing and using EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fixes..
3. Stop Bath
RA4 Stop Bath
To make 1 litre
Water
Acetic Acid 60% w/w
TANK & REPLENISHER
988.3 ml
11.7 ml
4. Bleach
To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
Nitric Acid 20% w/w
TANK
835 ml
165 ml
REPLENISHER
748 ml
250 ml
2 ml
For details on bleach regeneration see chapter "IX Chemical Regeneration" section 3 Bleach Regeneration" on page 33.
5. Fixers
Super Unilec Fixer - Closed loop electrolytic silver recovery
To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
TANK (=1+4)
800 ml
200 ml
REPLENISHER (=1+3)
750 ml
250 ml
Super Unilec Fixer - Non-Closed loop electrolytic silver recovery

To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
TANK & REPLENISHER (=1+4)
800 ml
200 ml
See the FUJIFILM Europe Technical Bulletin "Fixing Systems" for full information on the process options
available.
Details of use of Super Unilec fixers in RA4 fixer systems can be found in the FUJIFILM Europe Technical Bulletin
Fixing Systems.
6. Stabilizer and Stabilizer Replenisher

EnviroPrint Super Stabilizer & Replenisher AC
To make 1 litre
Water
Conc.
TANK & REPLENISHER
990 ml
10 ml
See the Technical Information Sheet RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing or Technical Bulletin Minilab Chemical Guide
for details of mixing and using EnviroPrint FP Stabilizer..
page 28
IX.
CHEMICAL REGENERATION
1. Developer Regeneration
It is the policy of FUJIFILM Europe to offer regeneration procedures and products wherever possible with the
intention of reducing chemical effluent and laboratory processing costs as much as possible. Regeneration can
be operated by adding regenerator concentrates to a measured volume of overflow.
No analyses or resin regenerations are necessary.
A. EnviroPrint Developer
EnviroPrint Developer is very easy to regenerate by using EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV
concentrates. Parts 1R, Multigen CD60 and 3R are available, with variable addition rates depending on the
volume of overflow recovered. Instead of Multigen CD60, Multigen CD50 can also be used. See instructions on
the next page.
System Startup / Tank Replacement

An EnviroPrint Developer regeneration system is usually started from a normal replenished system.
Originally the developer replenisher would have been standard EnviroPrint Developer; when a new
regeneration system is started, the first step is to collect the developer overflow from the processor in a suitable
tank. As more replenisher is required, this collected overflow is regenerated to make more replenisher following
the instructions below. This rebuilt replenisher is then used exactly as before, with no change of replenishment
rate.
If you do not have enough regenerated replenisher to keep the system running for some reason such as
contamination, loss of developer overflow due to poor squeegees, or leakage you can always make more fresh
replenisher from standard EnviroPrint Developer packs as required.
Replacement of a working tank solution in a processor because of contamination or some other reason is
much the same as for non-regenerated chemistry. Instructions are given below :
EnviroPrint Developer Regeneration Replenisher & Tank Solution

Replacement
Fresh or
Regenerated
Replenisher
EnviroPrint
Universal Dev.
Starter
55 ml
7.5 ml
38.5 ml
40 ml
28 ml
9 ml
38.5 ml
40 ml
700 ml
40 ml
To make 1 litre
Water
Part A
REP (from HV)
901 ml
22 ml
10.8 ml
TANK (from HV)
889 ml
18 ml
TANK (from packs)
884.5 ml
Tank from fresh or

regenerated Repl
260 ml
Part B
Part C
When making replacement working tank solutions from concentrates, standard EnviroPrint Developer
Replenisher kits can be used.
Tank solution can also be prepared from EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV part 1R (part A above), Multigen CD60
(part B above) and EnviroPrint Developer Replenisher part C. It is not possible to use EnviroPrint HV part 3R to
prepare fresh developer replenisher solutions. Your are advised to keep a minimum stock of EnviroPrint Developer
Replenisher part C (and EnviroPrint Universal Developer Starter) to allow for emergency retanking and preparation of
fresh replenisher.
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EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV allows a substantial volume of developer overflow to be reutilised. The High Ratio (HR) system can be used to rebuild 650 or 700 ml of overflow. This is equivalent to an
effective replenishment rate of just 56 ml/m or 48 ml/m respectively. In this case, EnviroPrint Developer
Regenerator HV Part 1R, Multigen CD60 and EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV Part 3R
will be used. Please discuss mixing instructions for rebuilds with less than 650 ml or more than 700 ml overflow
with your local FUJIFILM representative.
Normally it is not necessary to carry out analytical tests whilst rebuilding, but if a laboratory wishes to monitor its
process analytically, operating concentrations of key ingredients can be provided by FUJIFILM Europe. In
particular, the FUJIFILM Europe OASIS Pro chemical and process control system is ideally suited to this
task. The attention of users of EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV is drawn on the fact that any
regeneration system is a dynamic balance achieved under the specific conditions of a given processor.
Processors vary from one to another in operating characteristics, in particular carry over on paper and leader
belts. Processors without leader belts may need modified chemical rebuild formulae compared to machines with
leader belts. All formulae for rebuilding specified volumes of overflow are only approximate. More particularly it is
not possible to guarantee the achievement of the correct pH or solution density. It is essential for optimum
photographic quality that adjustments at the rebuilding stage are made by the laboratory to achieve pH and
density within specification. Out of specification rebuilt developer replenisher will certainly give rise to out of
control photographic results.
To regenerate EnviroPrint Developer overflow:

Option 1: Rebuilding Ratio 65/35
EnviroPrint
Dev. Overflow
Water
HV Part 1R
Multigen
CD60
Regenerator HV Part 3R
650 ml
315 ml
10.5 ml
6 ml
18 ml

Option 2: Rebuilding Ratio 70/30
EnviroPrint
Dev. Overflow
Water
HV Part 1R
Multigen
CD60
Regenerator HV Part 3R
700 ml
270 ml
9.5 ml
5.6 ml
15 ml
These volumes may be varied to modify replenisher activity if required.

FUJIFILM Europe recommends measuring pH after rebuilding and to adjust to the specification if necessary,
using either potassium hydroxide or sulphuric acid.
Caution:
If acid is added to the developer, there will be an effervescence of carbon dioxide due to the carbonate present
in the developer. It is also necessary to control the density within the given specification. This can be achieved by
adjusting the density of the overflow prior to regeneration if automatic blending equipment is used. Do not
change replenishment rate from 160 ml/m.
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2. Bleach-Fix Regeneration
Note: Use of regenerated bleach-fix is not recommended on roller transport processors.
A. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 215 AC can also be regenerated with EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix
Regenerator chemicals using the conventional route of desilvering the bleach-fix prior to regeneration.
The bleach-fix system is started by filling the processor and replenisher tank with EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix
215 AC.
Important::
In the Photographic market, two systems are being offered of which system 2 is a so-called "economical and
low tech approach".
Fuji Hunt is in favor of offering the original "high tech" version, guaranteeing a more stable chemistry (system
1). Whenever customers insist on using the "economical, low tech version" (system 2), your local FUJIFILM
Technical representative will give you all support you need.
To maintain and assure good processing conditions it is necessary to periodically check
tank and rebuilt replenisher for their key ingredients. More detailed information can be
obtained through your local Fuji Hunt representative.
To regenerate the Bleach-Fix overflow:

1. System 1:
1.
Collect overflow from bleach-fix tank.
2.
Add 15 ml EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator Part A for every litre of

overflow.
3.
Check pH, and adjust if necessary to within the range 7.8 - 8.1.
4.
Desilver electrolytically to 0.5 - 1.0 g/L silver.
5. If necessary aerate desilvered overflow until most of the ferrous iron is converted back to ferric iron (24 hours). The maximum ferrous iron level is 10% of total iron.
6. Add EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator Parts B & C, plus acetic acid as
follows:

Desilvered,
aerated Overflow
Part B
Part C
Acetic Acid
60% w/w
Water
860 ml
32 ml
57 ml
13 - 18 ml (1)
To make 1 L
1000 ml
37 ml
66 ml
15 - 21 ml (1)
Makes 1160 ml
(1)
7.
It may be necessary to vary additions of acetic acid to obtain the correct pH. See page 35.
Pump regenerated overflow back to bleach-fix replenisher tank.
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2. System 2:
1. Collect overflow from bleach-fix tank.
2. Check pH, and adjust to pH range 7.8 - 8.1.
3. Desilver electrolytically to 0.5 - 1.0 g/L silver.
4. If necessary aerate desilvered overflow until most of the ferrous iron is converted back to ferric iron (24 hours). The maximum ferrous iron level is 10% of total iron.
5. Add EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator Parts B & C, plus acetic acid as
follows:

Desilvered,
aerated Overflow
Part B
Part C
Acetic Acid
60% w/w
Water
900 ml
24 ml
40 ml
13 - 18 ml (1)
To make 1 L
44 ml
(1)
1000 ml
(1)
27 ml
15 - 21 ml
Makes 1110 ml
6. Pump regenerated overflow back to bleach-fix replenisher tank.

System 2 doesn't necessarily guarantee a long-term stable rebuilt replenisher. Some additional Bleach-fix
stabilising compound is omitted by not adding part A.
B. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator is using a 100% readily biodegradable
complexing agent achieving a drastic reduction of minimum 50% of the hard complexing agent EDTA in the
waste stream. The product is designed for use in the conventional RA4 Bleach-Fix regneration system and for
those laboratories that wish to desilver prior to rebuilding. The processing and handling conditions of this
product are exactly the same as for the EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Regenerator; however, addition volumes
of the regenerator parts do differ. This formula guarantees long-term product and image stability.
The bleach-fix system is started by filling the processor and replenisher tank with EnviroPrint Electrolytic
Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator.
Tank solution
Replenisher solution
Water
764 ml
764 ml
EnviroPrint Electr. Bio-Bleach-Fix Part A
112 ml
112 ml
EnviroPrint Electr. Bio-Bleach-Fix Part B
124 ml
124 ml
End volume
1000 ml
1000 ml
In the photographic market, two systems are offered of which system 2 is a so-called "economical and low tech
approach". FUJIFILM Europe is in favor of offering the "high tech" version, guaranteeing a stable chemistry
(system 1). Whenever customers insist on using the "economical, low tech version", your local FUJIFILM
technical representative will give you all support you need.
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To regenerate the Bleach-Fix overflow:

1. System 1:
2. Add 12 ml EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator Part C for every litre of
overflow.
3. Check pH, and adjust if necessary to within the range 7.8 - 8.1, with ammonia solution or sodium
hydroxide 30%.
4. Desilver electrolytically to 0.5 - 1.0 g/L silver or lower to meet your requirement.
5. Aerate desilvered overflow until most of the ferrous iron is converted back to ferric iron (2-4 hours).
FUJIFILM Europes advised maximum level of ferrous iron is set at 10% of the total iron.
6. Add EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator Parts A & B, plus acetic acid as
follows:
(1)
Desilvered,
aerated Overflow
Part A
Part B
Acetic Acid
60% w/w
Water
860 ml
30 ml
35 ml
15 - 20 ml (1)
To make 1 L
1000 ml
35 ml
41 ml
17 - 22 ml (1)
To make 1160 ml
2. System 2:
2. Check pH and adjust if necessary to within the range 7.8 - 8.1, with ammonia solution or sodium
hydroxide 30%.
3. Desilver electrolytically to 0.5 - 1.0 g/L silver or lower to meet your requirement.
4. Aerate the desilvered overflow until most of the ferrous iron is converted back to ferric iron (2-4 hours).
FUJIFILM Europes advised maximum level of ferrous iron is set at 10% of the total iron.
5. Add EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator Parts A & B, plus acetic acid as
follows:

Desilvered,
aerated Overflow
Part A
Part B
Acetic Acid
60% w/w
Water
900 ml
25 ml
30 ml
15 20 ml (1)
To make 1 L
33 ml
(1)
1000 ml
(1)
28 ml
17 - 22 ml
To make 1110 ml
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C. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Regenerator

CPRA Bleach-Fix can readily be regenerated with EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix Regenerator chemicals.
Because of the difficulties associated with electrolytic desilvering of the low pH EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix AC
solutions, FUJIFILM Europe has designed a system whereby the removal of silver has been transferred from
the bleach-fix to the low flow wash. With this process it is no longer necessary to desilver the bleach-fix overflow
before regenerating it for reuse as replenisher.
The bleach-fix system is started by filling the processor and replenisher tank with EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix
215 AC. The overflow is collected and regenerated by the addition of EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix
Regenerator Part 1F, 2F and 3F. The solution is checked for pH and density, and adjustments made if
necessary. It is then ready to be used as bleach-fix replenisher. Volume increases within the system are limited
to the volume of regenerator chemicals added, less any evaporation that occurs.
To regenerate bleach-fix overflow:

Bleach-Fix
Overflow
Part 1F
Part 2F
Part 3F (2)
(Acetic Acid)
Water
883.3 ml
82 ml
21.2 ml
13.5 ml (1)
to make 1 L
1000 ml
93 ml
24 ml
15.3 ml
(1)
to make 1132
ml
(1)
It is desirable to operate with the lowest density possible in order to reduce chemical waste. Normally a regenerated
overflow with a density of 1.100 will produce acceptable bleaching and fixing. If difficulties are experienced, e.g. retained
silver or leuco-cyan dye, the density should be increased. It should not be allowed to exceed 1.150 in the regenerated
replenisher.
(2) Part 3F is acetic acid. Adjust volume used to achieve a pH within specification. See page 35.
3. Bleach Regeneration
The rebuilding instructions given below are approximate. The volume of the concentrate and acid required to
obtain a rebuilt replenisher within specification, depends on the characteristics of the proces-sing machine.
A. EnviroPrint Bio-Bleach
To regenerate bleach overflow:
(1)
Overflow
Conc.
Nitric Acid 20% w/w
942 ml
50 ml
8 ml
1000 ml
53 ml
8.5 ml
(1)
Adjust volume to achieve a pH within specifications. See page 35.
It is essential for this bleach that the density of the tank solution does not drop below the minimum required
value of 1.024 g/cm at 20C. For the correct pH value, see page 35.
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4. Fixer Regeneration
The rebuilding instructions given below are approximate. The volume of the concentrate and acid required to
obtain a rebuilt replenisher within specification, depends on the processor characteristics.
A. Super Unilec
Super Unilec has replaced XL-Rejuvenator for RA4 fixer regeneration, and also has the advantage of minimising
fixer overflow volume. The fixer solution in the processor should be continuously electrolytically desilvered in the
processor or batch-wise before regeneration to a silver concentration of 0.5 - 1.0 g/L. Either Super Unilec or
Unimatic Fixer can be used to fill the processor.
To regenerate the fixer overflow:

Super Unilec
(1)
Fixer overflow
Conc.
1000 ml
27-38 ml (1)
It may be necessary to add more Super Unilec concentrate if there is a high carry over of wash water into the
processor fixer tank.
The pH aim of 6.70 0.50 in the processor tank may need addition of acetic acid (to decrease pH) or ammonia
solution (to increase pH) to the rebuilt overflow.
X.
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pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS
Freshly prepared solutions

pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS FOR FRESHLY PREPARED TANK SOLUTIONS
Product
EnviroPrint Developer MP108 (1)
CPRA Developer AC
CPRA Developer
CPRA Developer (with CD60)
CPRA Pro Developer
Tank
pH 25C
Density (g/cm)20C
Density (g/cm) 25C
10.30 0.05
1.028 0.003
1.027 0.003
10.40 0.05
1.027 0.003
1.026 0.003
10.33 0.05
1.026 0.003
1.025 0.003
10.40 0.05
1.025 0.003
1.024 0.003
10.30 0.05
1.033 0.003
1.032 0.003
10.22 0.05
1.031 0.003
1.030 0.003
10.15 0.05
1.031 0.003
1.030 0.003
See TIS RA4 FP chemistry for Fast Processing
10.25 0.05
1.045 0.003
1.044 0.003
10.20 0.05
1.025 0.003
1.024 0.003
10.30 0.05
1.026 0.003
1.025 0.003
10.30 0.05
1.026 0.003
1.025 0.003
10.35 0.05
1.027 0.003
1.026 0.003
10.35 0.05
1.033 0.003
1.032 0.003

EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP215 AC
(option 1 )
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR (3)
EnviroPrint Elect. Bio-Bx Regen.
5.80 0.20
5.80 0.20
5.80 0.20
5.80 0.20
5,65 0.20
5,65 0.20
1.067 0.005
1.067 0.005
1.067 0.005
1.067 0.005
1.080 0.005
1.080 0.005
1.066 0.005
1.066 0.005
1.066 0.005
1.066 0.005
1.079 0.005
1.079 0.005
6.00 0.30
1.070 0.005
1.069 0.005
3.40 0.10
Super Unilec Fixer Regeneration

Super Unilec Fixer (1 + 4)
Use Super Unilec Fixer for fresh start-up.

7.50 0.20
1.087 0.010
1.086 0.010
7.50 0.20
1.110 0.010
1.109 0.010

6.00 0.30
1.077 0.005
1.076 0.005
5.93 0.20
1.073 0.005
1.072 0.005
5.80 0.20
1.073 0.005
1.072 0.005
6.50 0.20
1.072 0.005
1.071 0.005
1.039 0.003
Notes :
(1)
(2)
(3)
EnviroPrint Developer MP108 with batch number xxxxxDR273

EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR (replacement for MP70 AC) when used for 45 second processing
1.038 0.003
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pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS FOR FRESHLY PREPARED REPLENISHER

Product
CPRA Developer AC
CPRA Developer
CPRA Pro Developer
(option 1 )
EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bx
Regen.
Replenisher
Density (g/cm
Density (g/cm)
pH 25C
25C
)20C
10.85 0.05
1.031 0.003
1.030 0.003
11.95 0.05
1.028 0.003
1.027 0.003
12.00 0.05
1.034 0.003
1.033 0.003
12.05 0.05
1.029 0.003
1.028 0.003
12.33 0.05
1.036 0.003
1.035 0.003
12.40 0.05
1.037 0.003
1.036 0.003
12.55 0.05
1.043 0.003
1.042 0.003
12.55 0.05
1.046 0.003
1.045 0.003
10.60 0.05
1.031 0.003
1.030 0.003
10.70 0.05
1.030 0.003
1.029 0.003
10.60 0.05
1.030 0.003
1.029 0.003
10.70 0.05
1.028 0.003
1.027 0.003
10.70 0.05
1.034 0.003
1.033 0.003
5.80 0.20
5.70 0.20
5.60 0.20
5.60 0.20
5.50 0.20
5.50 0.20
1.067 0.005
1.097 0.005
1.118 0.005
1.129 0.005
1.155 0.005
1.155 0.005
1.066 0.005
1.096 0.005
1.117 0.005
1.128 0.005
1.154 0.005
1.154 0.005
5.80 0.30
1.080 0.005
1.079 0.005

5.70 0.30
1.135 0.005
1.134 0.005
4.80 0.20
1.132 0.005
1.131 0.005
5.80 0.20
1.073 0.005
1.072 0.005
6.50 0.20
1.072 0.005
1.071 0.005
3.20 0.10
1.059 0.003
1.058 0.003

7.50 0.20
7.50 0.20
1.087 0.010
1.110 0.010
1.086 0.010
1.109 0.010
Notes :
(1)
(2)
(3)

EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR (replacement for MP70 AC) when used for 45 second processing
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Seasoned solutions
pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS FOR SEASONED REPLENISHED SOLUTIONS(1)
Product
Tank
Density (g/cm)
pH
25C
20C
25C
processing
temperature(3)
CPRA Developer AC
CPRA Developer
CPRA Pro Developer
10.30 0.05
1.031 0.003
1.030 0.003
1.026 0.003
10.30 0.05
1.033 0.003
1.032 0.003
1.028 0.003
10.27 0.05
1.032 0.003
1.031 0.003
1.027 0.003
12.05 0.05
1.029 0.003
1.028 0.003
1.024 0.003
10.15 0.05
1.040 0.003
1.039 0.003
1.035 0.003
10.25 0.05
1.040 0.003
1.039 0.003
1.035 0.003
10.08 0.05
1.050 0.003
1.049 0.003
1.045 0.003
10.28 0.05
1.053 0.003
1.052 0.003
1.048 0.003
10.15 0.05
1.032 0.003
1.031 0.003
1.028 0.003
10.20 0.05
1.030 0.003
1.029 0.003
1.026 0.003
10.20 0.05
1.030 0.003
1.029 0.003
1.026 0.003
10.15 0.05
1.032 0.003
1.031 0.003
1.028 0.003
10.20 0.05
1.037 0.003
1.036 0.003
1.032 0.003

(option 1 )
6.50 0.20
6.50 0.20
6.70 0.20
6.70 0.20
7.20 0.20
7.20 0.20
1.069 0.010
1.087 0.010
1.097 0.010
1.099 0.010
1.125 0.010
1.125 0.010
1.068 0.010
1.086 0.010
1.096 0.010
1.097 0.010
1.124 0.010
1.124 0.010
1.065 0.010
1.083 0.010
1.093 0.010
1.095 0.010
1.120 0.010
1.120 0.010
6.50 0.20
1.074 0.005
1.073 0.005
1.070 0.005
Super Unilec Fixer
6.70 0.50

6.70 0.30
1.097 0.010
1.096 0.010
1.092 0.010
6.30 0.20
1.106 0.010
1.105 0.010
1.104 0.010
6.50 0.20
1.075 0.010
1.074 0.010
1.071 0.010
3.60 0.10
1.039 0.003
1.038 0.003
1.036 0.003
1.090 0.010
1.089 0.010
1.087 0.010
Notes :
(1)
(2)
(3)
(3)
(4)

After 3 tank turn-overs. A tank turn-over is defined as the consumption of a volume of replenisher equal to the tank
solution volume.
Recommended mid-spec processing temperature, see page 15.
EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR (= replacement for MP70 AC) when used for 45 second processing
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pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS FOR SEASONED RECYCLED SOLUTIONS(1)

Product
TANK
Density (g/cm)
pH
25C
20C
25C
processing
temperature(2)
EnviroPrint Developer Regen. HV 65/35

10.20 0.05
10.25 0.05
1.041 0.003
1.042 0.003
1.040 0.003
1.041 0.003
1.036 0.003
1.037 0.003
EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Reg.

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Reg.
6.60 0.20
6.60 0.20
6.40 0.20
1.115 0.020
1.115 0.020
1.110 0.020
1.114 0.020
1.114 0.20
1.109 0.020
1.111 0.020
1.111 0.020
1.106 0.020
3.60 0.10
1.027 0.003
1.026 0.003
1.024 0.003
6.70 0.50
1.090 0.020
1.089 0.020
1.087 0.020
Super Unilec Fixer
(3)
Product

pH
25C
10.75 0.03
10.80 0.03
REPLENISHER
Density (g/cm)
20C
25C
1.040 0.003
1.039 0.003
1.041 0.003
1.040 0.003
EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Reg.

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Reg.
6.30 0.20
6.30 0.20
5.80 0.20
1.125 0.020
1.125 0.020
1.120 0.020
1.124 0.020
1.124 0.020
1.119 0.020
3.20 0.10
1.035 0.003
1.034 0.003
6.70 0.50
1.100 0.020
1.099 0.020
Super Unilec Fixer

(1)
(2)
(3)
(3)
After 3 regeneration cycles.

Recommended mid-spec processing temperature, see page 15.
See the FUJIFILM Europe Technical Bulletin "Fixing Systems" for more details.
XI.
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PROCESS MONITORING
It is recommended that the activity level of the chemical baths in each paper processor should be monitored
daily. Pre-exposed control strips should be run at least 2 or 3 times each day; the first strip prior to processing
paper, and then at evenly spaced intervals during production.
FUJIFILM Europe chemicals for the RA4 process are designed to be used with any RA4-compatible paper.
However, it is most important that you monitor your paper process with process control strips from the same
manufacturer who makes your paper. There are quite significant differences between the papers from different
manufacturers.
Whenever corrective action is taken, either to improve process control or to adjust the processing machine, a
control strip should be run to determine the effects of the change. It is wise to adjust the processor only after a
trend has been established, which usually requires at least three control strips to have been run.
It is strongly urged that each photo processing laboratory keeps at least two code numbers or series of strips on
hand as variations between different series can be quite large. A sharp variation with a new code number may
not be the processor, but rather may be the difference between the control strips themselves. It should be
standard practice to process a strip with a new code along with one of the current code numbers to determine
that both strips record the same chemical activity. It is also recommended that the densitometer be re-calibrated
and that reference strips be re-read in case any large deviations are experienced. This procedure will eliminate
erroneous readings due to a problem with the densitometer or strips.
FUJIFILM Europe recommends the plotting of D-max values in addition to the normal control plots of D-min
(Stain), LD (Speed), and HD-LD (Contrast). With the RA4 process, the D-max step can be a considerable aid in
early detection of many processing problems, as this reading is representative of the point at which all of the
chemicals are having to work at their hardest. The D-max step is particularly sensitive to changes in chemical
activity, while the HD-LD step is rarely affected (unlike the C41 or EP2 processes).
XII. HANDLING PROCESSING SOLUTIONS

All photographic processing solutions can exert harmful effects when brought into contact with human tissue to
a greater or lesser extent depending on the nature of the solution and its concentration. All users of such
solutions should exercise the greatest care to avoid the chemicals contacting the skin, eyes or other parts of the
body. Always wear solution resistant gloves and effective eye protection.
In case of accidental contact with processing solutions wash the affected part with plenty of clean cold running
water. Wash with an acidic soap and rinse thoroughly with water. Consult a medical doctor. Some photographic
solutions produce irritating vapours therefore thorough ventilation is essential. Do not inhale air above processing
solutions.
Always read the hazard information on the packs of solution concentrate before attempting to handle the
solutions.
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XIII. CARE AND STORAGE OF SOLUTIONS

All FUJIFILM Europe chemicals for use with the RA4 process are supplied as all-liquid concentrates. They
dissolve readily in water and no excessive mixing time is required. A maximum of 30 seconds mixing is needed
to ensure complete dissolution of each concentrate to the solution being prepared.
None of the chemicals when used under normal conditions is subject to undue oxidation. However, the volume
of developer and bleach-fix replenisher prepared should not be for more than one weeks normal consumption.
Longer storage times will increase the degree of oxidation and lead to lower process activity. The use of floating
lids where replenishers are stored in vats will assist in reducing oxidation.
In processors with abnormally low turnover, oxidation of both the developer and bleach-fix will become a
problem. In this case it is better to change to a developer with a higher replenishment rate (e.g. from
EnviroPrint Developer MP73 AC to EnviroPrint Developer MP160).
NEVER mix or store developer in containers, which have contained bleach-fix or fix, due to the risk of severe
developer contamination. It is good practice to check the calibration of mixing vats once per year to ensure that
changes in the shape of the vat have not occurred, causing incorrect volumes.
Note: Under no circumstances may Ultra Developer Extender (designed for the EP2+R3 process) be
added to any RA4 process developer. This would cause severe loss of photographic activity. Any remaining
stocks should be safely disposed of. Ultra Bleach-Fix Extender may however be used with all RA4 BleachFixes.
XIV. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR THE RA4 PROCESS

Within the scope of this brochure, it is not possible to give a full description of all the process variations that can
occur with different manufacturers papers. You are advised to obtain a copy of the relevant process control
manual for the paper/control strips from the manufacturer of the paper products concerned. There are
significant differences between the papers themselves, and it is true that a manual for one paper will be based
on that companys chemicals and conditions. However, the differences between the results on different
manufacturers chemicals are in general small compared to the results on different papers, and the paper
manufacturers manual will serve as the best guide. It is however possible to lay down some general guidelines
and hints for all papers. These are to be found in the chart on the following pages.
As a general rule, where you have a choice of actions for solving or investigating a process control problem and
you have no specific indication that one particular course of action is the answer, choose a simple physical
change as the first test - usually temperature. It is easy to change a temperature up or down, and little time is
lost. You should only make chemical changes when you have checked the basic physical parameters - once you
have put chemicals (or water) into a processor tank, you cannot take them out!
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B. TROUBLESHOOTING - CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

Problem
Low values in LD and D-max.
Probable Cause(s)
1. Developer temperature too low.
Corrective Action(s)
1. Increase developer temperature. It should
not be necessary to exceed +1C above
process specification.
2. Development time too short.
2. Check developer time is 45 sec. and

adjust as necessary. Check developer
solution in processor tank.
3. Insufficient developer agitation.
3. Check developer filters and recirculation

pump. Change as required.
4. Developer underreplenished.
4. Check and correct developer

replenishment rate. Add developer
replenisher to processor tank. Take
care with regenerated developer
systems - underreplenished developer
overflows can cause production of an
unbalanced replenisher.
5. Developer oxidised.
5. Dump developer and replace with fresh

solution.
6. Incorrect mixing or regeneration of
6. Check mixing or regeneration chemical
developer replenisher: pH too low,
additions. Either correct problems with
too diluted, insufficient developing
chemical analysis or dump replenisher
agent, too much developer starter
and replace with a fresh mix.
added.
Low blue D-max, possibly low
1. Developer
underreplenished.Low
1. Correct as above. Preferably correct by
blue LD and HD-LD (Fuji
CD3 in developer. Due to either
chemical analysis; otherwise add CD3 by
paper).
incorrect mixing or regeneration of
adding appropriate concentrate. Take
previously
care
developer.
underreplenished
with
regenerated
developer
systems - incorrect addition can cause

unbalanced developer overflows causing
production of an unbalanced replenisher.
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Problem
High value in LD and D-max.
Probable Cause(s)
1. Developer temperature too high.
1. Decrease developer temperature. It
should not exceed -1C below process
specification.
2. Development time too long.
2. Check developer time is 45 sec. and

adjust as necessary.
3. Developer overreplenished.
3. Check and correct developer

replenishment rate. Add developer starter
and water to processor tank. Take care
with regenerated developer systems overreplenished developer overflows can
cause production of an unbalanced
replenisher.
4. Developer overconcentrated.
4. Check density and add water to

processor to correct to aim. If this is a low
throughput processor, instigate a system
of regular checks and corrections for
density, particularly with EnviroPrint
Developer MP73 AC, EnviroPrint
Developer MP60 AC and
EnviroPrint Developer MP45 AC..
5. Incorrect mixing or regeneration of
5. Check mixing or regeneration chemical
developer/ replenisher: pH too high,
too concentrated, excess
developing agent; not enough
and replace with a fresh mix.
developer starter added

High blue D-min (yellowish
whites on paper).
1. Exhausted or dirty super stabilizer or
1. Dump super stabilizer and replace with
washes.
fresh solution. Clean and refill wash

tanks.
2. Too high a pH in Stop Bath in RA4
2. Check replenisher mixing and
separated bleach and fix process.
replenishment rate. (0.7% acetic acid
Maximum pH is 4.5.
solution).
3. Dirty bleach-fix; usually caused by
3.
Dump bleach-fix and replace with fresh
excessive developer carryover plus
solution. Instead, it may be possible to
low throughput.
clean the bleach-fix through an active

carbon filter.
4. Low sulphite in bleach/fix with Air

Control (AC) Developers
4.
Use a higher replenishment rate bleachfix to ensure good tank turnover rates,
use CPRA Digital Pro Bleach-Fix,
or add Ultra Bleach-Fix Extender..
Problem
Low red D-max (reddish
page 43
Probable Cause(s)
1.
pH of bleach-fix too low.
1.
Check and adjust bleach-fix pH to within

recommended values.
blacks on paper).
2.
Bleach-fix time too long.
2.
Adjust bleach-fix time to 45 sec. for RAtype bleach-fixes.
3.
Contamination of developer with
3.
super stabilizer.
Dump developer and replace with fresh

solution. Ensure that paper leaders are
not being reused on processor.
4.
Incorrect mixing or regeneration of
4.
Check mixing or regeneration chemical
developer replenisher: too much
antioxidant added.

and replace with a fresh mix. Never add
sulphite to developers.
5.
Incorrect mixing or inadequate
5.
Check bleach-fix starter was added
recirculation of monopart bleach-
when preparing fresh monopart bleach-
fix.
fix working tank. If starter not used,

ensure recirculation time in processor
exceeds 8 hours after retanking or use
EP Bleach-Fix 70 AC.
Low green D-max and LD
1. Developer contaminated with
1. Dump developer and replace with fresh
(cyan/green blacks on Fuji
bleach-fix (or fixer on separate
solution. Take care with regenerated
paper).
bleach and fix systems).
developer systems - contaminated

developer overflows can cause
production of a contaminated replenisher.
Ensure any contaminated processor is
isolated from developer collection system.
Retained silver in paper

(verified with infra-red viewer).
1. Underactive bleach-fix - possibly
1. Check and adjust developer squeegees;
underreplenished bleach-fix,
check bleach-fix mixing and
excessive developer carry over,
replenishment; check bleach-fix time.
incorrect mixing or regeneration,
Correct any chemical errors (density, etc.)
high ferrous (iron II) levels, etc.
by chemical analysis, or dump and

replace bleach-fix.
2. Underactive bleach and/or fix

(separate bleach and fix systems).
2. Check parameters as for bleach-fix

above.
Brown precipitation in RA4
Excessive carry over of bleach into the
Check bleach tank squeegees.
fixer tank solution.
fixer tank.
Ensure fix pH value is within tolerance (see

pages 35, 36 and 38).
page 44
C. APPENDIX : Discontinued Products
1. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP70 AC

Since 1 July 2010, this monopart bleach-fix is discontinued. Alternative monpart and two-part bleachfixes continue to be available in a number of pack sizes to suit all requirements. You may wish to consider
switching to either EnviroPrint FP Bleach-Fix MR (monpart) or EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 55 AC (two part)
both are suitable alternatives. . Please contact your FUJIFILM representative if you require further
information.
2. Reduced pack size options

Since 1 July 2010,a number of products is only available in a more limited range of pack sizes. The
products affected include :
CPRA Developer
EnviroPrint FP products

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TECHNICAL BULLETIN

For the processing of papers compatible

PROCESS DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................... 3

PROCESSING STEPS AND FUNCTIONS .......................................................................... 3

PROCESS OPTIONS ...................................................................................................... 5

PROCESS SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................ 15

STANDARD REPLENISHMENT RATES.......................................................................... 16

VIII. MIXING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 21

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

3. STOP BATH ........................................................................................................ 27

pH AND DENSITY SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................. 35

PROCESS MONITORING .............................................................................................. 39

HANDLING PROCESSING SOLUTIONS ......................................................................... 39

XIII. CARE AND STORAGE OF SOLUTIONS.......................................................................... 40

TROUBLESHOOTING - CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ............................................................ 41

APPENDIX : Discontinued Products .......................................................................... 44

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

PROCESSING STEPS AND FUNCTIONS

C. Bleach (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)

D. Fix (for separate RA4 bleach and fix process)

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

Both categories offer you a complete range of Air Control products.

2. EnviroPrint Developer MP160

3. EnviroPrint Developer MP108

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

4. EnviroPrint Developer MP73 AC

5. EnviroPrint Developer MP60 AC

6. EnviroPrint Developer MP45 AC

7. EnviroPrint CP48 II Developer

8. EnviroPrint FP (Fast Processing) Developer MR

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

3. CPRA Pro Developer

4. CPRA Digital Pro Developer AC

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

One developer regenerator option is currently available:

EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV

1. EnviroPrint Developer Regenerator HV

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

Both categories offer you a complete range of Air Control products.

2. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 108 AC

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14/ 08-10

7. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix 35 RTU AC

8. EnviroPrint CP48 II Bleach-Fix

9. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix MP70 AC (Discontinued )

10.EnviroPrint Bleach Fix MP 2150 AC

FEB Technical Bulletin RA4 / E14 / 08-10

B. Regenerated Bleach-Fix Replenishers

EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix regeneration

1. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bleach-Fix Regenerator

2. EnviroPrint Electrolytic Bio-Bleach-Fix Regenerator

3. EnviroPrint Bleach-Fix regeneration