Mixtape Pan 86 | Tri-X Pan 400 Film Development Chart
Film Background
Mixtape Pan 86 is a vintage Kodak Tri-X Pan 400 black-and-white negative film, manufactured in 1986 and respooled for a second life behind your lens. With nearly four decades of age, it delivers bold grain, deep contrast, and unpredictable beauty. Though officially rated at ISO 400, we recommend exposing it at ISO 200–250 to compensate for sensitivity loss over time. Perfect for creative experimentation and lovers of analog texture, this film thrives in classic developers and reveals its character with every frame.
| Developer | Dilution | ISO Rating | Development Time | Temperature | Agitation | Notes/Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-76 / ID-11 | 1:1 | 200 | 9.5–10 min | 20°C (68°F) | Standard | Classic tones, moderate contrast, balanced grain |
| Rodinal | 1:50 | 200 | 13 min | 20°C (68°F) | Standard | Very pronounced grain, strong edge sharpness |
| HC-110 | 1:31 (Dilution B) | 200 | 7.5–8 min | 20°C (68°F) | Standard | High contrast, punchy shadows, faster workflow |
| XTOL | 1:1 | 200 | 9 min | 20°C (68°F) | Standard | Smooth midtones, forgiving highlights |
| Diafine | Stock A + B | 250 | 3 + 3 min (no rinse between baths) | 20°C (68°F) | Minimal | Wide exposure latitude, lower contrast, usable ISO 250 |
* These times are starting points based on aged Tri-X Pan 400 emulsion. Results may vary depending on exposure, storage conditions, scanning, and water chemistry. Always bracket your shots and run a test roll when possible.