What is GAF "Recording Type 2005" film, and how should it be exposed?
Asked 10/19/2018
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I found some old 35mm film canisters labeled only:
"GAF Corporation. Open in total darkness. Recording Type 2005."
I haven’t been able to find reliable information online. Does anyone know what kind of film this is (black and white or color) and what ISO it was originally rated at? Since it appears to be very old, any advice on shooting it would also help.
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Black & White Super Hypan 500 ISO Quite outdated - Why bother using - maybe best to send to a museum. GAF (General Aniline & Film) Binghamton NY. Emerged from bankruptcy now making roofing supplies.
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Based on the information shared, GAF “Recording Type 2005” appears to be black-and-white GAF Super Hypan film rated at ISO 500.
Because it’s old film, its original speed may no longer be reliable. Age, heat, and storage conditions can all reduce sensitivity and increase fog, so results may be unpredictable. If you want to experiment, treat it as expired black-and-white film and consider giving it a bit more exposure than box speed, then process it as B&W.
The “open in total darkness” warning suggests it may have been intended for bulk loading or specialized use rather than standard consumer packaging.
So in short:
- Type: black and white
- Original speed: about ISO 500
- Condition now: likely heavily expired, with uncertain performance
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