Camera Negative Microfilm Data Sheet

Camera Negative
Microfilm Data Sheet

KODAK IMAGELINK HQ, CS, CP and FS Microfilms

Description Kodak Imagelink HQ Microfilms are used in a
wide variety of micrographic applications and
Kodak Imagelink Microfilms have been specially used in rotary and planetary microfilmers with
designed to produce high-quality images from a standard fluorescent or tungsten light emissions.
wide variety of source documents. These
microfilms offer superior performance, handling, Kodak Imagelink FS Microfilms are used in
and digital-ready images. They provide clear, micrographic equipment with reduced light
bright, sharp images on reader screens; crisp, emissions or with very short exposure times.
clean prints; and they provide the resolution
required to fax or scan images for electronic Kodak Imagelink CS, CP and FS Microfilms
transmission. are used in a wide variety of check imaging
applications and equipment.
Product applications
All Kodak Imagelink Microfilms provide excellent
Micrographic media such as Kodak Imagelink overall image quality and enhanced performance
Microfilms form the basis of every true imaging in retrieval devices such as the Kodak Imagelink
system. These films provide unparalleled data Digital Workstation or the Kodak IMT-350
and image integrity, as well as portability from Microimage Terminal.
one system to another ensuring low-risk storage
of valuable information which can be retrieved for
years to come.

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Features Features unique to CP Microfilm

• Manufactured to ISO and ANSI standards • Specifically designed for "through film base"
for LE-500 films fluorescent exposures.

• Low printing density • Intended for use in high speed cameras ≥600
Clear master characters (D-min) allow for documents/min.
higher throughput rates of duplicators.
Physical properties
• Medium contrast and high resolution
provide sharp characters and accurately Nominal thickness data
reproduce fine lines and light images
Provides excellent overall image quality. Film Base Emulsion
(mils (mils) Total**
• Excellent halation protection Estar)
Backside reflections and image flare eliminated + backing*
for sharper, crisper images. More images per
roll, less fog during loading and unloading of HQ 1461 5.0 0.2 5.2
cameras. 4.2
HQ 2461 4.0 0.2 2.7
• Superior latent image keeping 2.7
Image density has minimal degradation HQ 3461 2.5 0.2 2.7
between time of exposure and delayed 5.2
processing. CS 3453 2.5 0.2 2.7

• Color sensitivity CP 3450 2.5 0.2
Provides excellent capture of multicolored
documents (checks) and inks, and light FS 1455 5.0 0.2
emissions.
FS 3455 2.5 0.2
• Process insensitive
Image quality and background density are not *Static-resistant—process-survivable
significantly affected by typical operational **Unprocessed
variations in processing.
Photographic properties
• Roll-to-roll and emulsion batch-to-batch
consistency Spectral sensitivity: Panchromatic
Minimizes the need for camera adjustments or
operator intervention between rolls or batches Resolving power: Based on recommended
of film. process.

• Process-surviving anti-static backing Film Test-Object Contrast Lines/mm
Even after processing, static protection is HQ
maintained, reducing dirt and static problems in CS 1.6:1 (ISO-RPL) 250
retrieval, scanning and duplicating equipment CP 1000:1 (ISO-RP) 800
for excellent image quality and reliability over FS
the long haul. 1.6:1 (ISO-RPL) 200
1000:1 (ISO-RP) 630
Features unique to CS Microfilm
1.6:1 (ISO-RPL) 200
• Improved response to the xenon-flash and red 1000:1 (ISO-RP) 630
neon light exposure of the IBM 3890 Document
Processor. 1.6:1 (ISO-RPL) 200
1000:1 (ISO-RP) 630

These values were determined according to a
method similar to ANSI/ISO 6328-1982,
Determining the Resolving Power of
Photographic Materials, except the light source
used was a high-pressure mercury arc.

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Processor set up: Specifications for Kodak Imagelink Microfilms HQ, CS, CP and FS

Developer Fixer Dry Dilution

Time Temp Time Temp Temp

Sec °F (°C) Sec °F (°C) °F (°C) Dev Fix
135
Kodak Prostar 13.5 100 13.5 96 (57.2) Ready Ready
(37.8) (35.6) to Use to Use
Medium 160
tank† 23 90 23 85 (71.1) 1:2 1:2
Deep (32.2) (29.4) 1.115-1.125o 1.110-1.120o
tank† 160
48 85 32* 85 (71.1) 1:7 1:3
(29.4) (29.4) 1.045-1.055o 1.080-1.105o

*Dependent on tank size
o Specific gravity of working solution

†NOTE: The above dwell times and temperatures are starting points only. Specific systems or customer needs may demand variation from

these values based on photographic aims. Dwell time is determined by timing film speed from entrance roller to exit roller while

running in the processor. An example follows:

Processing information For Processor: Allen M70

Processors and processing chemicals Type of Film: 16mm HQ
Dwell: 43 seconds
Kodak Imagelink Microfilms can be processed in
most typical continuous-strand type medium and Developer Film Path: 154 feet
deep-tank processors utilizing common Kodak
Processing Chemicals and parameters. See table below for: 1
However, they are compatible with all standard Replenishment (Dev):
microfilm processing equipment and high quality
microfilm chemicals, although results may vary. Replenishment (Fix): 1.25

IMPORTANT: For best results and to avoid Calculated transport
aeration, always add chemical speed:
concentrate to water, not water
to concentrate. 154 feet x 60 sec. = 215 feet / min
43 sec. 1 min (transport speed)

215 feet x 1.0 mL = 215 mL / min*
min. ft
(developer replenishment)

Replenishment rates 215 feet x 1.25 mL = 268 mL / min*

Use the chart and formula provided to determine min. ft (fixer replenishment)
the developer and fixer replenishment rates (mL/
min) by multiplying transport speed (ft/min) Replenishment mL/Linear Ft
(which is determined by dividing the path length
of the developer tank in feet by the dwell time in 16 mm 35 mm 105 mm
seconds and multipling by 60; see example) and
the appropriate processor replenishment Dev Fix Dev Fix Dev Fix
specification (mL/linear ft).

Transport Replenishment/ Replenishment Kodak
Prostar 0.75 0.75 1.5 1.5 N/A N/A
speed X ft of film = rate
Medium
(ft/min) (mL/Lft) (mL/min*) tank 0.80 0.75 1.6 1.5 2.0 3.0

*1 mL/min = 1 cc/min Deep
tank 1.00 1.25 2.0 2.5 6.0 7.5

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Photographic aims centimetre). Thiosulfate limits for Class 1 grain
apply to this film.
D-min: 0.04 or lower
It is recommended that customers establish their
Process handling and storage own compliance with extended-term storage
requirements and optimum storage conditions,
Handling as outlined in ANSI/IT 9.11-1993 and the Kodak
Publication D-31, Storage and Preservation of
Handle and process imaged film in total Microfilms.
darkness. However, you can load and unload
cameras and load processors with the following ANSI/NAPM IT9.11-1993, Imaging Media–
light-tight film holders: Processed Safety Film—Processed Safety
Photographic Films—Storage, and ISO 5466-
Closed cartridges - room-light loading 1996, Photography—Processed Safety
Photographic Films—Storage Practices, give
Flanged spools - subdued-light loading appropriate conditions for extended-term
(permanent) and long-term storage films.
Unflanged spools - total darkness
NOTE: Refer to the latest revision of each ANSI or
Warning: These films may be handled under ISO Standard specified.
safelight conditions only for a limited
time. Testing under actual use Diffuse RMS granularity: Determined at a net
conditions should be performed. If a diffuse visual density of 1.00, using the aperture
safelight is required for safety indicated.
reasons, use KODAK No. 3 Green
Safelight Filter with a maximum 7.5 Film 48-Micrometre Aperture
watt bulb at a minimum of 8 feet HQ 6
away. CS, CP 7
FS 7
Storage
This value represents 1,000 times the standard
Keep unopened packages of films at 70°F deviation of density produced by the granular
(21°C), at 50-percent relative humidity or below, structure of the material when a uniformly
and protected from radiation and x-rays. To exposed and developed sample is scanned with
avoid moisture condensation on film that has a densitometer calibrated to read American
been refrigerated, do not open the package until Standard diffuse visual density, and having a
the film has warmed throughout to normal room circular measuring aperture with the indicated
temperature (1 to 1 1/2 hours for 16 mm film, 2 diameter.
to 3 hours for 35 mm film, and 4 to 6 hours for
105 mm film). Granularity is an objective measurement of the
spatial variation of sample density that generally
Image stability and keeping correlates with graininess, which is the
subjective effect of the image nonuniformity upon
These films are manufactured to ANSI and ISO an observation when comparisons are made at
specifications for extended-term storage use. the same density level.
When processed as recommended, these films
meet both ANSI and ISO specifications for films
intended for long-term storage. These films have
a Life Expectancy LE-500 rating.

ANSI/NAPM IT9.1-1996, Imaging Materials—
Processed Silver-Gelatin Type Black-and-White
Film—Specifications for Stability or ISO 10602,
Photography—Processed Silver-Gelatin Type
Black-and-White Film—Specifications for
Stability, state that for films with a Life
Expectancy LE-500, the maximum permissible
concentration of thiosulfate ion is 0.014 grams
per square metre (1.4 micrograms per square

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Broadly speaking, granularity measurements Reciprocity data
with the 48-micrometre aperture will indicate the
magnitude of the graininess sensation produced For these microfilms, no exposure corrections
by viewing the diffusely illuminated sample with are required for exposure times of 1 to 1/1000-
12X monocular magnification. second when processed as recommended in a
Kodak Prostar Processor.
It should be noted that if the viewing conditions
are changed from the specified conditions, the With xenon exposure, it is recommended that the
published RMS values may no longer correctly manufacturer of high intensity ultraviolet lamps
indicate the relative sensations of graininess be consulted for safety information pertaining to
produced by various samples. ultraviolet radiation and ventilation requirements
due to ozone generation.
Modulation transfer function: The MTF curve
was determined using a method similar to that Reciprocity* Speed
described in ANSI PH2.39-1977 (R1990).
1/10 1/100 1/1000 Value
Meter setting or speed value
HQ (T) 0 0 0 80
For these microfilms, the value is for a 1/50- CS (T) 1/6 0 -1/6 160
second tungsten exposure calculated using the CS (X) 0 -1/4
formula 45/H, where H is the exposure in lux- CP (T) 1/6 0 0 N/A
seconds required for a density of 1.20 above CP (X) 0 -1/4 -1/6 160
minimum density with indicated processing. This FS (T) 0 0
value can be used directly with incident-light 0 N/A
meters. 0 320

Note: This meter-setting value was chosen to T = Tungsten exposure
indicate a suitable exposure for microfilming X = Xenon exposure
applications. It cannot be compared directly with N/A = not applicable to this film
exposure indexes or other meter-setting numbers *based on processing in a Kodak Prostar Processor,
given for films used in conventional photography. correct for reciprocity failure at a density of 1.20
above minimum density

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Characteristic curves

Kodak Imagelink FS Microfilm
Kodak Imagelink HQ Microfilm
Kodak Prostar Plus Developer, 1000F, 10 fpm; Diffuse Visual

Tungsten Exposure, 1/50 sec

3

FS Microfilm
HQ Microfilm

2

Density

1

0 -3.00 -2.00 -1.00 0.00 1.00 2.00
-4.00

Log Exposure (lux seconds)

Kodak Imagelink CS Microfilm Kodak Imagelink CP Microfilm
Kodak Prostar Plus Developer, 1000F, 10 fpm; Diffuse Visual Kodak Prostar Plus Developer, 1000F, 10 fpm; Diffuse Visual

Electronic Flash, 85 microseconds Tungsten Exposure, 1/1000 sec

3 3

22

Densiyty
Density

11

0 -3.00 -2.00 -1.00 0.00 1.00 2.00 0 -3.00 -2.00 -1.00 0.00 1.00 2.00
-4.00 -4.00

Log Exposure (lux seconds) Log Exposure (lux seconds)

Modulation transfer function curves

Kodak Imagelink HQ, CS, CP and FS Microfilms
Tungsten; All recommended processes;
Diffuse Visual

1000

FS Microfilm
HQ Microfilm
CS Microfilm
CP Microfilm

Response (%) 100

10

1 1000
1 10 100

Spatial Frequency (cycles/mm)

Notice: While the data presented are typical of production coatings, they do not represent standards which must be met by Eastman Kodak
Company. Varying storage, exposure, and processing conditions will affect results. The company reserves the right to change and improve
the product characteristics at any time.

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Spectral sensitivity curves

Log Sensitivity Kodak Imagelink HQ Microfilm Log Sensitivity Kodak Imagelink FS Microfilm
(Sensitivity = reciprocal of 1.4 sec exposure; Kodak Prostar Plus Developer; (Sensitivity = reciprocal of 1.4 sec exposure; Kodak Prostar Plus Developer;
exposure (ergs/sq cm) required exposure (ergs/sq cm) required
to produce specified density) Diffuse Visual to produce specified density) Diffuse Visual

2 2

1 1

0 0

-1 -1
D=0.6>D-min
D=0.6>D-min
-2 -2
250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750
250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750
Wavelength (nm)
Wavelength (nm)

Log Sensitivity Kodak Imagelink CP Microfilm Log Sensitivity Kodak Imagelink CS Microfilm
(Sensitivity = reciprocal of 1.4 sec exposure; All Recommended Processes; (Sensitivity = reciprocal of 1.4 sec exposure; All Recommended Processes;
exposure (ergs/sq cm) required exposure (ergs/sq cm) required
to produce specified density) Diffuse Visual to produce specified density) Diffuse Visual

2 2

1 1

0 0

-1 -1
D=1.0>D-min
D=1.0>D-min
-2 -2
250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750
250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 650 700 750
Wavelength (nm)
Wavelength (nm)

Notice: While the data presented are typical of production coatings, they do not represent standards which must be met by Eastman Kodak
Company. Varying storage, exposure, and processing conditions will affect results. The company reserves the right to change and improve
the product characteristics at any time.

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Ordering information: Chemicals

Chemical CAT Number Working Strength
Solutions
Microfilm DEVELOPER 177 8869
AND Replenisher— 190 1891 At 1:7 yields
Concentrate 190 1917 32 gal
40 gal
1 gal—4/case 817 7222 400 gal
190 1149
5 gal—1 cube 190 1164 At 1:3 yields
16 gal
50 gal—1 drum 102 2490 20 gal
200 gal
Microfilm FIXER AND 102 2656
Replenisher—Concentrate Ready-to-use
solution
1 gal—4/case 4 gal

5 gal—1 cube 4 gal

50 gal—1 drum

Kodak Prostar
Processors:
Prostar Plus Developer
1 gal—4/case
Prostar Plus Fixer

1 gal 4/case

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) on the chemicals (only) are available by calling: 1-800-242-2424, extension 43. You will
need to supply KODAK CAT numbers of the chemicals for which you need MSDSs. Material Safety Data Sheets for the actual
working solutions and caution labels for the processor tanks are also available by calling the same number.

Ordering information: Microfilms
Imagelink CS Microfilm

Code Mil Format Spec Desc #/Case CAT No.
3453
2.5 16 mm x 215 ft 407 Type B plastic core, bulk bag 20 883 7585

16 mm x 215 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20 886 9349

16 mm x 420 ft 407 Type B plastic core 20 169 7531

16 mm x 480 ft 641 R-104 Plastic spool/square hole 20 176 7367

16 mm x 1025 ft 407 Type B plastic core 20 841 1100

16 mm x 1025 ft 642J Type T plastic core 20 137 8041

16 mm x 1025 ft 607 Type T plastic core 20 805 3514

16 mm x 1025 ft 648N B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 10 843 0696

16 mm x 2000 ft 607 Type N plastic core 10 830 2713

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Ordering information: Microfilms (continued)
Imagelink HQ Microfilm

Code Mil Format Spec Desc #/Case CAT No.
1461 822 3232
5 16 mm x 100 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20 840 3594
2461 853 7946
35 mm x 100 ft 425 R-200 Black plastic spool 20 834 6512
3461 130 0375
Thin 105 mm x 30.5 m 832 S-126 Metal spool: In bag, box 163 1027
Base 158 1263
105 mm x 180 ft 832 S-126 Metal spool: In bag, box 4 807 9352
828 8151
105 mm x 200 ft 827 UU Core: Roomlight load 8 808 5243
803 7863
105 mm x 200 ft 906 UU Core: Bulk in a bag 8 811 9182
845 1502
4 16 mm x 40 m 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20 812 9884
815 4296
16 mm x 600 ft 482 T-Core: COM-Pack Cartridge 10 123 4368
156 5779
16 mm x 600 ft 682 T-Core: COM-Pack 10 156 8849

35 mm x 1000 ft 756 U-Core: Bag 10

35 mm x 40 m 425 R-200 Black plastic spool 20

2.5 16 mm x 215 ft 407 B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 20

16 mm x 215 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20

16 mm x 215 ft 490 R-186 Black plastic spool 20

16 mm x 420 ft 407 B-Core: Bulk Pack 20

16 mm x 1025 ft 407 B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 20

16 mm x 1025 ft 642J T-Core: Bulk in a bag 20

16 mm x 1025 ft 648N B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 10

Imagelink CP Microfilm

Code Mil Format Spec Desc #/Case CAT No.
3450 20 154 1457
2.5 16 mm x 215 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20 869 4903
20 170 8320
16 mm x 420 ft 407 Type B plastic core 10 884 5026

16 mm x 480 ft 641 R-204 Plastic spool/square hole

16 mm x 1025 ft 407 Type B plastic core

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Ordering information: Microfilms (continued)
Imagelink FS Microfilm

Code Mil Format Spec Desc #/Case CAT No.
20 833 0896
1455 5 16 mm x 100 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool
838 6047
16 mm x 100 ft 603 R-186 Black plastic spool; 1 Perf: B wind 20 159 7095
16 mm x 164 ft
641 R-204 Black plastic spool/square hole 20 815 0393
165 9242
3455 2.5 16 mm x 50 ft 444 R-236 Plastic spool 20 836 6882
826 5779
16 mm x 100 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 817 5259
146 4148
16 mm x 103 ft 444 R-236 Plastic spool 20 830 1475
125 6429
16 mm x 215 ft 615 R-186 Black plastic spool 20 158 9886
16 mm x 215 ft 407 Type B plastic core 20 173 3872
16 mm x 420 ft 642J Type T plastic core 20 823 7356
16 mm x 420 ft 407 Type B plastic core 20 811 0520
16 mm x 420 ft 648N B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 10 830 2432
16 mm x 480 ft 641 R-204 Plastic spool/square hole 20 103 8991
16 mm x 500 m 439 Type N plastic core 10
16 mm x 500 m 607 Type N plastic core 10
16 mm x 1025 ft 642J Type T plastic core 20
16 mm x 1025 ft 607 Type N plastic core 20
16 mm x 1025 ft 648N B-Core: Scanner-Pack B Cartridge 10

READ THIS NOTICE: The sensitometric curves EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY
and data in this publication represent product Business Imaging Systems
tested under the conditions of exposure and Rochester, NY 14650
processing specified. They are representative of 1-800-243-8811
production coatings and, therefore, do not apply
directly to a particular box or roll of photographic KODAK CANADA INC.
material. They do not represent standards or Business Imaging Systems
specifications which must be met by Eastman Toronto, Ontario M6M 1V3
Kodak Company. The company reserves the right 1-800-465-6325
to change and improve product characteristics at Kodak, Imagelink, Estar, IMT-350,
any time. Scanner-Pack, COM-Pack and Prostar
are trademarks of Eastman Kodak
Company.

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Kodak Imagelink HQ, CS, CP and FS Microfilms Kodak Publication No. D-30
CAT No. 872 3611, 3/98 Printed in U.S.A. ©Eastman Kodak Company, 1998