Forte Fortezo Elegance Enlarging Paper extends the scope of excellence for the discerning print maker. It has an extremely long tonal range and subtle tonal representations never before available to the print maker. Forte Fortezo Elegance Enlarging Paper is a silver rich, Baryta base, Chlorobromide type enlarging paper. It has a warm image tone on a pure white paper base. Forte Fortezo is able to withstand extremely wide exposure and development treatments without suffering fogging, contrast crossover, or other problems. An extremely even dispersion of very fine grain silver allows for an excellent response to all toners and toning processes. The hardened emulsion layer of the paper also makes it ideally suited for use in higher processing temperature and/or tropical conditions. Forte Fortezo is designed to give superb rendering to those photographic applications where warm tone papers are preferred, such as in Portraiture, Landscape and Fine Art Photography. It can be processed in trays, continuous processors or roller transport processors. If given reasonable temperature and humidity storage conditions, the paper will remain free of adverse affects (fogging) even after extended periods of time.
SPEED AND CONTRAST
| Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 |
| ISO 160 | ISO 160 | ISO 100 |
WEIGHT:
Forte Fortezo Elegance: Gloss, Semi Mat, Mat, Lustre, Fine Grain,, Satin.
SIZES:
5x7, 8x10, 11x14, 16x20, 20x24, Custom sizes available on special order.
STORAGE:
To maintain the original characteristics of the paper, re-wrap and store
any unused paper in its
original packaging. Store in a cool, dry place.
SAFELIGHT:
OC, greenish yellow or red filter.
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPERS:
Extremely high quality results can be had using the following developers.
| Developer | Dilution | Time 68°F/20°C | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZONAL Pro FACTOR One | 1:15 | 2 to 3 min. | Brilliant Rich Prints; no tonal change at Standard Contrast. |
| ZONAL Pro VARA Soft | 1:15 | 2 to 3 min. | Brilliant Rich Prints; very slight tonal change at 1 to 2 grades softer. |
NOTE: The combination of Zonal Pro Factor One with Zonal Pro Vara Soft developer forms a highly effective Split-Development Print technique system. (Split-Development systems permit accurate, total control of Fortezo Elegance paper). Please write us to request our technical Publication F-DS-1 Split Development Contrast Control for additional information on this technique.
SUGGESTED DEVELOPERS:
The following developers will give good results.
| Developer | Dilution | Time 68°F/20°C | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethol LPD | 1:4 | 1½ to 2 min. | Variable tonal color according to dilution (warmer than normal to extremely warm). |
| Kodak Dektol | 1:2 | 1½ to 2 min. | Slight Cooling; Standard contrast. |
| Kodak Selectol | 1:1 | 1½ to 2 min. | Slight Warming of print tone; allows reduction of contrast ¼ to ½ grade softer. |
| Kodak Selectol Soft | 1:1 | 1½ to 2 min. | Slight Warming with ½ to 1 grade softer. |
STOP BATH:
To halt development, rinse in a water bath, or, to stop development
immediately, use an acid stop for a minimum of 30 seconds at 18 to 24°C
(65 to 75°F) with agitation.
| Stop Bath | Dilution | Time | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZONAL Pro Indicator Stop Bath | 1:66 | 10 - 15 sec. | Immediately stops developer activity. Prevents staining of prints. Increases fixer life. Turns purple when exhausted. Pleasant citrus scent. |
| Kodak Indicator Stop Bath | 1:64 | 30 - 45 sec. | Immediately stops developer activity. Turns purple when exhausted. |
FIX:
Use any standard fixing solution. To assure proper fixation, follow the
manufacturer's recommended dilution and fixing time and do not exceed the
capacity of the fixing solution.
RECOMMENDED FIX:
| Fixer | Time | Agitation | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZONAL Pro EC Rapid Fix | 30 sec. | Constant | Liquid. Minimizes print washing time. Non-hardening. |
| Kodak Fixer - Single Bath | 10 min. | Frequent | None |
| Kodak Fixer - Dual Bath | 5 min. ea. bath | Frequent | Increased capacity of fixing bath. |
| Kodak Rapid Fixer | 5 min. | Frequent | Liquid. |
WASH:
Wash prints thoroughly in running water for a minimum of 60 minutes. The
use of an archival rinse or hypo eliminator is strongly recommended to conserve
water and achieve archival permanence. If a washing aid is to be used, follow
the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the washing agent.
DRYING:
Prints may be dried between new or perfectly clean photographic blotters.
Prints may also be air dried by using a suitable drying rack, placed on an
inert, non-absorbent surface or hung up using suitable clips. We do not
recommend the use of a rotary or flat-bed dryer, due to the possible
contamination of prints from residual fixer in the dryer's blanket or cloth.
The Polygrade V Elegance Fiber Base paper is a exhibition grade variable contrast paper that is uniquely designed to be compatible with both Ilford and Kodak filtration. Forte's extended grey scale is capable of reproducing the subtle tonal differences of any negative. The added contrast range of Polygrade V produces a true grade 00 through grade 5. Polygrade V is designed to give Neutral to Cold tones on a pure white base suitable for applications such as Fine Art, Landscape, Industrial and Portraiture.
AVAILABLE SURFACE:
MAIN CHARACTERISTICS:
SAFELIGHT:
Compatible with Kodak OC safelights and most Red or Orange safe-
lights including red universal. Working distance to direct safelight
illumination should be no closer than 5 feet with a 15 watt lamp.
Maximum safelight exposure time is 2 minutes to protect from
possible safelight fog. Safelight exposure time may be increased by
indirect safelight illumination or by increasing safelight distance from
paper.
CONTRAST CONTROL:
Contrast may be adjusted from grade 00 through grade 5 by the use
of Ilford Multigrade or Kodak Polymax filters. Enlarger color head may
also be used by adjusting Yellow (lowers contrast) or Magenta (increases
contrast) filtration to achieve the contrast desired.
| EFFECTIVE GRADE | ILFORD MULTIGRADE | KODAK POLYMAX |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 00 | -1 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 2.5 | NO FILTRATION | |
Color temperature of light source may affect the grade achieved with filters. The addition of as much as CC70Y may be needed to match the above chart. Initial tests are recommended for each enlarger light source.
COLORHEADS:
POLYGRADE V PAPER is continuously variable allowing fractional contrast
changes best achieved by the use of an enlarger equipped with a colorhead. Most
colorheads fall into two groups; dichroic filters that match Kodak
specifications or Durst specifications.
Kodak: Omega, Chromega, De Vere, Beseler, Saunders
Durst: Durst, Kaiser, Leitz, Dunco
| GRADE | KODAK | DURST |
|---|---|---|
| 00 | 160Y | N/A* |
| 0 | 130Y | 145Y |
| 1 | 80Y | 90Y |
| 2 | 25Y | 25Y |
| 3 | 10M | NO FILTER |
| 4 | 80M | 90M |
| 5 | 130M | 150M |
Individual test should be made to determine exact filtration for your
enlarger.
* Yellow filtration capabilities of Durst filtration not able to produce
grade 00.
EXPOSURE:
POLYGRADE V Elegance has an ISO speed of 400 without filtration.
To determine starting exposure, use a normal grade negative to
create a test print without filtration. When a properly exposed print
has been achieved, the following table may be used as a guide to
determine exposure. Simply multiply your base time by the factor to
adjust exposure time.
| ILFORD Multigrade Filtration |
KODAK Polymax Filtration |
KODAK Colorhead Filtration |
DURST Colorhead Filtration |
||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filter | Factor | Filter | Factor | Filter | Factor | Filter | Factor |
| 00 | 2.8 | -1 | 1.7 | 160Y | 2.1 | 150Y | 3.7 |
| 0 | 2.8 | 0 | 1.7 | 130Y | 1.8 | 70Y | 2.9 |
| 1 | 2.8 | 1 | 1.7 | 80Y | 1.7 | 30Y | 1.8 |
| 2 | 2.8 | 2 | 1.7 | 25Y | 1.2 | NF | 1.0 |
| 3 | 2.8 | 3 | 1.7 | 10M | 1.0 | 45M | 1.9 |
| 4 | 3.5 | 4 | 3.3 | 80M | 1.8 | 100M | 2.3 |
| 5 | 3.9 | 5 | 3.7 | 130M | 2.7 | 170M | 2.4 |
NOTE:
The above table is to be used as a starting point. For best results,
make individual tests and recalibrate figures. To obtain repeatable
results, enlarging and processing conditions must remain constant.
DEVELOPERS:
The all new Polygrade V is very responsive to all developers. Image
tone with developers such as Dektol produce neutral grays and
blacks. Developers such as Zonal Pro's Factor One and Edwal's Ultra
Black produce cool grays and cold blacks. Recommended Developer
times are for 68°F
| DEVELOPER | DILUTION | DEVELOPMENT TIME |
COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zonal Pro Factor One |
1+15 | 2-3 Min. | Produces cool grays & blacks. Brings up blacks and grays during development at an equal rate. |
| Zonal Pro Vara Soft |
1+15 | 2-3 Min. | Produces neutral grays and blacks. Lowers contrast ½-2 grades. |
| Kodak Dektol |
1+2 | 1½-2 Min. | Produces neutral grays and blacks. Blacks develop first and grays follow until end of development |
| Edwal Ultra Black |
1+9 | 1½-2 Min. | Produces hard cold grays & blacks. Blacks develop first with grays gradually coming in until end of development. |
DEVELOPER MANIPULATION:
Forte Polygrade V FB responds well to developer manipulation, The
use of different developers can create a cool neutral or slightly warm
image.
STOP BATH:
To stop development immediately and to extend fixer life, use an
acid stop bath for a minimum of 10 seconds at a temperature
between 65° to 75°F (18° to 24°C). Water may be used as a stop
bath if changed frequently to prevent developer build up in bath.
| STOP BATH | Dilution | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zonal Pro Indicator Stop Bath | 1:66 | 10-15 Seconds |
| Kodak Indicator Stop Bath | 1:64 | 30-45 Seconds |
| Water | NA | 30-60 Seconds |
FIX:
A non-hardening fix is recommended to ensure print
permanenceand will allow the print to readily accept toner. To obtain
proper fixation follow fix manufacturer's guidelines. Test fixing
solution frequently to prevent under fixation due to exhausted fixing
solution. Do not exceed recommended fixing times when using rapid
fixer. Extended times may result in a decrease in D-Max* and/or a
bleaching of highlights. All fix times require constant agitation and a
rotation of prints if fixing multiple prints at the same time.
Recommended fix temperatures 65°F-75°F (18°C-24°C).
| Fixer | Dilution | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zonal Pro EC Rapid Fix | 1:9 | 30 Seconds |
| Kodak Fixer Single Bath | 1:2 | 10 Minutes |
| Kodak Fixer Dual Bath | 1:2 | 5 Min. each Bath |
| Kodak Rapid Fixer | 1:7 | 5 Minutes |
WASH:
Wash prints thoroughly in running water for a minimum of 60
minutes. A washing agent may be used to decrease amount of
wash time required. The following chart is based on a 100% water
exchange every 5 minutes at a temperature of 60°F (16°C) or
higher. Colder water will drastically increase wash times.
Temperatures higher than 80°F will soften emulsion allowing an
increased possibility of damage. Follow individual manufacturers
recommended dilution rates and wash times.
*D-Max; Maximum density of black achieved by any paper. (Loss of D-Max will make blacks look dull).
WASH TABLE:
| Wash Agent or Wash Aid |
First Wash | Wash Agent or Wash Aid |
Final Wash |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Soak | Time | |
| Zonal Pro Archival Rinse | 5 Min. | 10 Min. | 5 Min. |
| Kodak Hypo Clearing Agent | 2-3 Min. | 3-5 Min. | 30-35 Min. |
| Heico Permawash | 5 Min. | 5 Min. | 15 Min. |
| Tap Water | N/A | NA | 120 Min. |
DRYING:
Prints may be dried between new or perfectly clean photographic
blotters. Prints may also be air dried by placing prints with excess
water squeegeed off on suitable drying racks or screens. An inert or
nonabsorbent surface may be used as a drying surface or prints
may be hung using suitable clips. Rotary drum dryers may be used
with a new apron, cloth or blanket to preserve the archival quality of
the paper. Older aprons or blankets may contain fixer and
contaminate the paper.
TONING:
Forte Polygrade V accepts toners readily using standard
techniques. Toners such as Kodak Rapid Selenium Toner works
best when a higher dilution is used. Dilution rate of 1:20-1:66 with
atoning time of 2-10 minutes. Time and dilution rate will depend on
the tonal color desired.
STORAGE:
Unexposed paper should be stored in the original black plastic bag
within the original envelope or box. Unexposed paper may also be
stored in a light tight paper safe. Recommended storage
temperatures should not exceed 80°F (25°C). To extend the life of
the paper, refrigerated storage is recommended. Developed prints
rnay be stored at room temperature with 50-60% relative humidity.
Prints should be protected from direct heat and sunlight. Steam,
gases, and chemicals may also effect image permanence.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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Note: Forte Elegance PolygradeV, Zonal Pro Factor One, Zonal Pro Vara Soft, Zonal Pro EC Rapid Fix, Kodak Dektol, Edwal Ultra Black, Kodak PolyMax, Ilford Multigrade, Kodak, Ilford, Kodak Hypo Clear, Heico Permawash, Zonal Pro Archival Rinse, are registered trademarks.
Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance Enlarging Paper extends the scope of excellence for the discerning print maker. It has an extremely long tonal range and subtle tonal representations never before available to the print maker. Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance Enlarging Paper is a silver rich, Baryta base, Chlorobromide type enlarging paper. It has a warm image tone on a pure white paper base. Warm Tone Polygrade is able to withstand extremely wide exposure and development treatments without suffering fogging, contrast crossover, or other problems. An extremely even dispersion of very fine grain silver allows for an excellent response to all toners and toning processes. The hardened emulsion layer of the paper also makes it ideally suited for use in higher processing temperature and/or tropical conditions. Forte Warm Tone Polygrade is designed to give superb rendering to those photographic applications where warm tone papers are preferred, such as in Portraiture, Landscape and Fine Art Photography. It can be processed in trays, continuous processors or roller transport processors. If given reasonable temperature and humidity storage conditions, the paper will remain free of adverse affects (fogging) even after extended periods of time. Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance Enlarging Paper is variable contrast type paper. The contrast of this paper can be controlled by changing the yellow and/or magenta components of the light source, thereby giving a continuous range of contrasts (viz. grade) from 00 to 5.
SPEED AND CONTRAST
ISO (No Filtration) Approximately 320
| Filtration in cc | None | 160 Yellow |
130 Yellow |
50 Yellow |
10 Magenta |
75 Magenta |
100 Magenta |
125 Magenta |
155 Magenta |
| Equiv. Grade | 2 | 00 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
PLEASE NOTE:
Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance is sensitive to the blue and green
portion of the spectrum of the light source used. The color temperature of the
light source, lamphouse type (viz. Condenser of Diffusion) and the color cast
and contrast of your enlarging lens can greatly alter the affect of any filter
pack on paper grade. It is highly advisable that tests be run with the
specific light source, lens and filter set to determine the true range of
contrasts that Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance is producing under your
specific darkroom conditions. It is possible to use Kodak, Ilford and other
manufacturers contrast control filter sets. Your results will vary
accordingly. Typical of this variation is the following chart for a specific
enlarger, light source and lens using Kodak Polycontrast II and Ilford
Multigrade III filter sets:
| Kodak Filter # | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Effective Grade | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2½ | 4 | 4½ |
| Ilford Filter # | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Effective Grade | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4½ | 4½ |
A different Enlarger, Light Source, Lens or Filter Set may produce a completely different result.
WEIGHT: Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance: Double Weight (DW).
SURFACES: Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance: Glossy, Semi Matte, Satin.
SIZES: 5x7, 8x10, 11x14, 16x20, 20x24, Custom sizes available on special order.
STORAGE: To maintain the original characteristics of the paper, re-wrap and store any unused paper in its original packaging. Store in a cool, dry place.
SAFELIGHT: RED safelight. (OC and greenish-yellow filters are not recommended as they may cause fogging).
RECOMMENDED DEVELOPERS: Extremely high quality results can be obtained using the following developers.
| Developer | Dilution | Time 68°F/20°C | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZONAL Pro FACTOR One | 1:15 | 1½ to 3 min. | Brilliant Rich Prints; no tonal change at Standard Contrast. Economical |
| ZONAL Pro VARA Soft | 1:15 | 1½ to 3½ min. | Brilliant Rich Prints; very slight tonal change at ½ to 2 grades softer. |
DEVELOPERS: The following developers will give good results.
| Developer | Dilution | Time 68°F/20°C | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethol LPD | 1:4 | 1½ to 2½ min. | Variable tonal color according to dilution (warmer than normal to extremely warm). |
| Kodak Dektol | 1:2 | 1½ to 2½ min. | Slight Cooling; Standard contrast. |
| Kodak Selectol | 1:1 | 1½ to 2½ min. | Slight Warming of print tone; allows reduction of contrast ¼ to ½ grade softer. |
| Kodak Selectol Soft | 1:1 | 1½ to 2½ min. | Slight Warming with ½ to 1 grade softer. |
STOP BATH:
To halt development, rinse in a water bath, or, to stop development
immediately, use an acid stop.
RECOMMENDED FIX:
| Fixer | Time | Agitation | Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZONAL Pro EC Rapid Fix | 30 sec. | Constant | Liquid. Minimizes print washing time. Non-hardening. |
| Kodak Fixer - Single Bath | 10 min. | Frequent | None |
| Kodak Fixer - Dual Bath | 5 min. ea. bath | Frequent | Increased capacity of fixing bath. |
| Kodak Rapid Fixer | 5 min. | Frequent | Liquid. |
| Ilford Universal Fix | 1 min. | Constant | Liquid. Non-hardening. |
WASH: Wash prints thoroughly in running water for a minimum of 60 minutes. The use of an archival rinse or hypo eliminator is strongly recommended to conserve water and achieve archival permanence. If a washing aid is to be used, follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the washing agent.
DRYING: Prints may be dried between new or perfectly clean photographic blotters. Prints may also be air dried by using a suitable drying rack, placed on an inert, non-absorbent surface or hung up using suitable clips. We do not recommend the use of a rotary or flat-bed dryer, due to the possible contamination of prints from residual fixer in the dryer's blanket or cloth.
TONING: Forte Warm Tone Polygrade Elegance Papers readily accept toner using standard techniques. We recommend using a more dilute solution of toner with Forte Polygrade Elegance papers to achieve your desired results. This will yield a finer degree of control over the toning processes.
Revised: May 30, 2001