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Paterson Orange Safelight

Paterson Orange Safelight - Main image
$33.58 $46 In stock

Category: Print & Print Processing Printing Processing Equipment

To work in the darkroom and perform the art of printing, the first requirement is a safelight.


For a reliable black and white safelight we recommend the 15w Paterson Red/Orange model. Made in the UK, it is designed to stand on a bench, hang on the wall, or suspend from the ceiling. Ready to use with bulb, this mains safelight can be used within a personal darkroom bay or a number together can be used for general lighting on the wall of the darkroom. The replacement bulb is a Pygmy SES 15w.


Remember, 15 watts of light is the maximum for black and white work - colour output should be no more than 5 watts unless using an LED design.


Replacement Lamp: PTP769

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Alexander K. ★★★★★

Switched from a basic red bulb to this 15w orange model and the contrast in my prints is noticeably cleaner, with no fogging even on Ilford paper. The UK build quality feels solid, and it was easy to install in my existing lamp housing.

Aurora R. ★★★★★

Switched from a cheaper red bulb to this 15w orange model, and the difference in shadow detail while printing is night and day. The UK build feels solid too, no flicker at all.

Robert ★★★★★

The orange glow is exactly what I needed—no more fogged test strips. It's warm and even, and the 15w bulb is plenty bright enough to see my prints clearly. Finally, a safelight that just works.