Jobo CPP2

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Chris Wilding
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Jobo CPP2

Post by Chris Wilding » Wed Mar 14, 2012 4:32 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Hi there

I have just upgraded to a Jobo CPP2. And I think I got a bit over excited, As I understand it those with serial numbers above 22000 were made with the latest motor circuit, but I think mine would have been one of the first generation (it hasn't arrived yet).

My question is has anybody had any experience using expert drums with the earlier design and if they had any problems did they work out any solutions? also does anybody know if the relevant upgrades are still available if I need to go down that route?

Any further tips gratefully received.

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Ed Moss » Sun Mar 18, 2012 11:19 am Etc/GMT-1+01:00

I bought a well used one a couple of years ago, still going fine with an 3006 expert drum.
Think they struggle if you put lots of chemicals in them, I haven't had a problem, yet, as I use b/w dev 1+1, 300ml total solution, even better if you use stock as for 6 5x4 you would need approx 150ml dev.

Also I always try and dev 6 sheets at a time colour and b/w.
Suppose time will tell, how it was used previously will determine how much life you get out of it.

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Chris Wilding » Sun Mar 18, 2012 2:40 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Thanks for the advice Ed, appreciate it.

I have now received it and it looks in pretty good condition so we'll see.....

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Valerio Trigari » Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:14 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

On the subject, can anyone explain me what an expert drum is? The Jobo website doesn't make it clear at all. Are they actually better for film processing than the normal tanks?

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Chris Wilding » Sat Apr 07, 2012 8:37 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

Hi Valerio

I have not put my hands to an expert drum yet as they are expensive but I intend to. I believe they are much easier to load,as they do not require a spiral type insert,they can take more sheets at once cutting down on chemicals and I have also read that due to their design they ensure even distribution of the chemicals giving good even processing. A pump is required for removing the lid.

You probably know this but they wont fit on the CPE2 units, thats why I bought a CPP2

This series of videos is very informative.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn1exvcJ ... ure=relmfu

If you use one maybe you could let me know how you get on.

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Ed Moss » Sun Apr 08, 2012 6:35 pm Etc/GMT-1+01:00

They are the best and easiest way to process sheet film ,no more spirals and they ensure the chemicals are spread really evenly.
Once you use one you will never go back, consistent good negs, every time.

A lot of money for a bit of plastic, but worth every penny :D

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Re: Jobo CPP2

Post by Valerio Trigari » Tue Apr 10, 2012 11:54 am Etc/GMT-1+01:00

I'm very tempted to get my hands on an expert drum now, though the price is very excessive for a new one... Better look on eBay! ;)

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