Stearman Press SP455 4x5 developing tank system

Item: 26056

Process up to 4 sheets of 5x4 film, using just 475ml of solution

5 reviews

pdf Stearman Press SP445 System Instructions.pdf

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Product Description

This new we offer an original 5x4 inch developing system, made in the USA, by Stearman Press. A new name for us but a great product, nevertheless. It loads like a film holder (double dark slide). Just load in a darkroom or changing bag, then process in daylight.
It lets you process up to four sheets of 4x5 film at a time and uses only 16 oz (475ml) of solution during processing. It's daylight safe and fills and drains very quickly. It uses Inversion agitation, Stand development or anything in-between.
The tank includes built-in liquid level indicators, and you can easily use a thermometer during processing. It's made from rugged ABS plastic and features an Industry standard O-ring seal.

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Customer Reviews

By JohnAnderton on 2nd July 2024

"In my opinion, the Stearman Press SP445 is the easiest system for developing 4x5 inch sheet film. Some people have, in the past, complained about the tank leaking but, if the instructions are followed closely (squeeze the tank slightly before screwing on the fill/vent cap) it is totally watertight. Once you get the hang of loading the tank, it’s as easy as developing roll film. I’m also going to be buying the 645 system which allows the developing of 6 sheets at a time rather than 4."

By JohnFontana on 28th March 2022

"A good product. Purchased to facilitate 5x4 processing where I have no light tight room. It’s a little tricky loading the film into the tank in a traditional changing bag, but I imagine practice will help. The tank is slightly unstable when sitting on a work top, but development even and no leaks. Emptying the tank after each cycle is slower than a 120 Patterson tank but I imagine has negligible effect on development. Overall, I feel I made the right choice in buying this product"

By StephenLawson on 8th June 2021

"Cheapest solution for developing 4x5 film. Easy to use and not wasteful of chemicals. Great service, fast delivery."

By JakeStockwell on 16th March 2021

"Great product quickly despatched. Thanks! "

By Steve on 27th June 2019

"A bit hard to get the lid to seal. My best tip is to not to add too much liquid. There needs to be some air left in the "Fill" hole after you have squeezed the sides. Also check inside the tank for bits of plastics that stick out, remains of the injection process. Easy enough to sand them down or cut them off with a knife."

Manufacturer's Description

* Large Format Film Processor for use in a Paterson 3 reel tank
* Process 6 sheets Black & White or Colour film
* One of the easiest methods to develop 4x5 inch sheet film
* Ridges on processor help load the film correctly
* An insert for the Paterson 3 Reel tank

The MOD54 is a bespoke adaptor for processing sheet film. Designed to fit in the Paterson 3 reel
tank and featuring ridges to assist in easy loading in the darkroom, it can process 6 sheets of 4x5
sheet film in one go.

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Delivery

Most orders incur a total order delivery charge of £7.99 including VAT for mainland UK delivery. All goods are shipped by courier services. The companies we use are DPD or DHL and parcels are delivered in 48 hours or sooner from date of despatch. Exceptions to this, including lower delivery charges, can be found in the Information section for Delivery at the bottom this page.