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EPM White Reels Are Safe for Long-Term Storage
EPM white reels, spools, cores and black boxes are made of chemically inert polystyrene and are safe for long-term film storage.
All EPM spools, cores, reels and black boxes are made of polystyrene plastic. This material is chemically inert and safe for long-term film storage.
Highlights
- Material: polystyrene, chemically inert
- White reels are designed for reader printers and are marked "not for camera use"
- Because of their core configuration, these reels do not fit in cameras
- The use of polystyrene is covered by the following ISO standards:
- ISO 18911: Storage practices for safety films
- ISO 18902: Filing enclosures for storage
- ISO 18916: Photographic Activity Test for enclosure materials
Source:Eastman Park Micrographics(epminc.com)(opens in a new tab)
Frequently asked questions
What are EPM white reels made of?
They are made of polystyrene plastic, which is chemically inert.
Are EPM white reels safe for long-term film storage?
Yes. Polystyrene is chemically inert and safe for long-term film storage.
Can EPM white reels be used in cameras?
No. They are designed for reader printers, are marked "not for camera use", and do not fit in cameras because of their core configuration.
Which ISO standards cover the use of polystyrene?
Polystyrene use is covered by ISO 18911 (storage practices for safety films), ISO 18902 (filing enclosures for storage), and ISO 18916 (Photographic Activity Test for enclosure materials).
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