Kodak GEN 5 GRDM, GEN 5 GRD7, GEN 5 GRD User Manual

Kodak Gen 5 GRD, GRD7, GRDM & GR7M Film

Technical Information Instruction Sheet – TI2375
August 2006

Features / Customer Product Specifications

Kodak Gen 5 films are fast, high contrast, broad band red-sensitive film. Their sharp dots are capable of

high resolution at fine screen rulings. These films are optimized for exposure on film recorders that use a
helium-neon laser (633 nm) or a red laser diode (630 to 670 nm) as the exposing source.

These films feature high processing speeds (development in as little as 20 seconds) and low
replenishment rates in rapid-access developer and fixer, which contribute to improved productivity and
reduced operating costs.

Gen 5 films are coated on a dimensionally stable Estar base with antistatic and surface properties to
ensure dependable transport and handling behavior.

Safelight Recommendations

Use an EncapSulite T20/ND.75 safelight or equivalent. Keep the film at least 1.2 metres (4 feet) from
the safelight. Do not expose the film to safelight illumination for longer than two minutes.

European office:

EncapSulite International Ltd.
Auf dem Loor 14a
51143 Köln Germany
Phone: [phone]

US office:

EncapSulite International Inc.
1220 Bamore Road
Rosenberg, TX 77471
Phone: [phone]

Storage

Keep unexposed film and processed film in a cool, dry place, preferable at a temperature of 70° F (21° C)
or lower and 50% RH. Process film as soon as possible after exposure.

Exposure

These films are intended for use on film recorders that use a 633 nm helium-neon (HN) laser
or a 630 to 670 nm red laser diode (RLd) as the exposing source. Follow the exposure
procedures recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

Mechanized Processing

Notice: Observe precautionary information on products labels and on the Material Safety Data Sheets.

Gen 5 films can be processed in Kodak RA 2000 developer and replenisher, diluted either 1:2 or 1:4. To
achieve the highest productivity (20-second development time) and the best image quality and linearity,
use a 1:2 dilution. To achieve the maximum savings in chemical usage, use a 1:4 dilution and a 30-second
development time.

The recommended starting points for development and replenishment, using Kodak RA 2000 developer
and replenisher (1:2) are:

Rapid Access Processors, 20 seconds at 95° F (35° C)

Tank Turnovers per Week Percent Exposed Area Basic Replenishment Rates

Minimum of 0.5 50% 0.23 mL/sq in (350 mL/ sq m)

The recommended starting points for development and replenishment, using Kodak RA 2000 developer
and replenisher (1:4) are:

Rapid Access Processors, 30 seconds at 95° F (35° C)

Tank Turnovers per Week Percent Exposed Area Basic Replenishment Rates

Minimum of 0.5 50% 0.30 mL/sq in (465 mL/ sq m)

© Kodak, 2006. Kodak and Gen 5 are trademarks of Kodak.