[LargeFormat] A better way

[Pete Caluori]

From: "Hornford, Dave" <Dave.Hornford@hp.com>
Date: Wed, 7 Aug 2002 11:40:54 -0400

Pete,
What is the difference between the expert & standard drums?
The final price isn't the issue, its value for price, if you follow my
meaning. I do not understand what I'll get with the expert drum.

Dave

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Hi Dave,

The Expert drums are of a much larger diameter (approximately 12") while the 
standard drums are ony about 6".  The Expert drums have a series of 5 holes 
around the circumference, each holds two sheets.  There are two large ribs 
that run the length of the hole and a sheet is cupped and slid between these 
ribs.  On a standard drum the sheets are spiraled onto a reel (much like 
roll film.)

You can get Expert drums that hold 10 sheets of 4x5 (3010), 5 sheets of 8x10 
(3005), etc.  Custom drums are also made for ULF sheet film.  I've never 
seen or used one, but I have processed 11x14 sheet film in the print drums, 
though I think I prefer trays for 11x14.

Regards, Pete

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