Known Issues
Kodak Alaris XTOL
Available in 5-litre bags (reliable) and 1-litre packets (prone to sudden failure). The 1L packets are widely regarded as unreliable — prefer the 5L size.
Temperature
20°C
18–24°C
Dilutions
2
Capacity
20
rolls per litre
Form
Powder
Characteristics
Excellent shadow detail with wide latitude
Dilutions
Maximum film speed, fine grain
Community standard dilution (Kodak no longer officially recommends)
Shelf Life
Concentrate
Unmixed powder indefinite
Working Solution
6 months in full airtight bottles — but prone to sudden failure
Stock solution with replenishment. Similar to D-76 capacity structure.
Development Times
| Film | Dilution | ISO | Time | Temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-X 400 | stock | 400 | 7m | 20°C |
| Tri-X 400 | 1+1 | 400 | 9m | 20°C |
| T-Max 400 | stock | 400 | 6m 30s | 20°C |
| T-Max 400 | 1+1 | 400 | 8m | 20°C |
| T-Max 100 | stock | 100 | 7m 30s | 20°C |
| T-Max P3200 | stock | 3200 | 13m 30s | 20°C |
| T-Max 100 | 1+1 | 100 | 9m 30s | 20°C |
| T-Max P3200 | 1+1 | 3200 | 16m | 20°C |
| Tri-X 400 | stock | 800 | 8m 30s | 20°C |
| Tri-X 400 | stock | 1600 | 11m | 20°C |
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Limitations & Warnings
- 1-litre packets prone to 'Sudden Death' — iron in packaging seal suspected to cause premature oxidation
- Avoid old 1L stock entirely
- 5L bags remain reliable
Descriptions combine manufacturer specifications with community experience. Subjective assessments reflect common sentiment among photographers and may not match your results.