Ars-Imago M-Box for Lab Box

Ars-Imago M-Box for Lab Box

The Ars-Imago M-Box is a motorised agitation accessory designed specifically for the Lab Box daylight developing tank. It automates the agitation process during film development, helping you achieve more consistent and reliable results with both 35mm and 120 film. Compact, well thought out and easy to use, it is a natural upgrade for anyone looking to refine their home developing workflow.

Why We Like It

If you are already using the Lab Box, the M-Box makes a noticeable difference to both consistency and ease of use. Manual agitation can vary from roll to roll, especially for beginners, but this system removes that variable by delivering controlled, repeatable movement throughout the process. It is particularly useful when working on important rolls where even development across skies and flat backgrounds really matters. It also frees you up to focus on timing and chemistry rather than constantly rotating the tank, which is a welcome improvement during longer sessions.

Key Features

• Designed specifically for the Ars-Imago Lab Box daylight developing tank
• Automated motorised agitation for consistent film development
• Three rotation programmes for different stages of processing
• Slow continuous mode, ideal for stop, fix and wash stages
• Intermittent rotation mode, optimised for even development results
• Fast continuous mode for quicker processing when needed
• Approx. 40 rpm (slow) and 80 rpm (fast) rotation speeds
• Compact, portable design in matte black with orange accents
• Simple control dial with LED indicators for power and battery level
• USB-C charging with approximately 60 to 70 minutes runtime
• Magnetic motor connection for secure attachment to the Lab Box

What's in the Box

• 1x M-Box motorised agitation unit
• 1x USB-C charging cable
• 4x rechargeable AA batteries
• 1x silicone cap
• 1x crank disc and magnetic crank pin

Ideal For

• Lab Box users looking to improve consistency in film development
• Film photographers developing 35mm or 120 at home
• Students learning darkroom and processing techniques
• Anyone wanting more controlled and repeatable agitation
• High-volume shooters who want to streamline their workflow