Jobo CPP-2 Film Processor

[Don12x20]

Don: I don't think we can find one "correct answer" about the need to turn the motor on and off when operating the lift. The Jobo sites that are still accessible expressely say NOT to turn the motor off when using the lift. People like you who have much experience with the Jobo insist that turning off the motor makes alot of sense, and others state that turning the motor on and off multiple times during a developing session can cause unnecessary stresses on the motor. One wishes that the correct answer...if there is one...is known.

Ed

Well, Ed
As I point out, I have a well used early SN CPP2 that has been going strong since 1991. No motor replacement, no gear replacement, no board replacement.

People need to make their own decisions, and they can take or ignore the inputs of others that are more experienced.

I'll keep turning on/off my switch -- that switch can be far more easily replaced or substituted than the motor/board.

Oh, and by the way, I removed and discarded the lift handle years ago. Its cheaply made attachment (plastic on my lift) won't stand up to lifting 1 liter of developer plus drum. Instead use left had to grab the bottom of the lift, and the right to lift the drum.

And I got tired of algae stink, so I drain the unit after use. Its fast to use the Haas intellifaucet to fill with perfect 68C bath water.

And for those that might live in hotter climates, such as Phoenix (I spent 10 years there) - the cold water input will require either a chiller (think $$) or you can get a wastebasket, install a evap cooler fitting (flat tank to hose), attach via hose to jobo water inlet. Now elevate that wastebasket a foot or two, toss in two bags of crushed ice and fill it with water. Works perfectly in areas where the "cold" water comes out at 85 degrees in summer.

[Trond]

I asked Jobo (Germany) about availability of spare parts and repairs for my ATL-1000, and also if they still had any new machines for sale, and I quote:

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JOBO ATL1000 spare-parts are still available and machines can be repaired by
our service.
JOBO ATL-1500 and 4080 Colorprocessor CPP-2 are available ex stock.
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This was September last year.

Trond

[alanrockwood]

If it is just film you want to process in the machine, as opposed to prints, then consider getting a Photo-Therm. It is a higher quality machine and easier to use. You can sometimes find them on ebay for a few hundred dollars. New they cost a few thousand dollars.

[Mahler_one]

No argument here Don! Obviously there are many different ways to work. I really do appreciate your taking the time to offer the input and help. There is no substitute for experience.

Ed

Well, Ed
As I point out, I have a well used early SN CPP2 that has been going strong since 1991. No motor replacement, no gear replacement, no board replacement.

People need to make their own decisions, and they can take or ignore the inputs of others that are more experienced.

I'll keep turning on/off my switch -- that switch can be far more easily replaced or substituted than the motor/board.

Oh, and by the way, I removed and discarded the lift handle years ago. Its cheaply made attachment (plastic on my lift) won't stand up to lifting 1 liter of developer plus drum. Instead use left had to grab the bottom of the lift, and the right to lift the drum.

And I got tired of algae stink, so I drain the unit after use. Its fast to use the Haas intellifaucet to fill with perfect 68C bath water.

And for those that might live in hotter climates, such as Phoenix (I spent 10 years there) - the cold water input will require either a chiller (think $$) or you can get a wastebasket, install a evap cooler fitting (flat tank to hose), attach via hose to jobo water inlet. Now elevate that wastebasket a foot or two, toss in two bags of crushed ice and fill it with water. Works perfectly in areas where the "cold" water comes out at 85 degrees in summer.

[tmayes]

I have a JOBO CPP2 with lift and accessories that I would like to sell.

[mike_murtaugh]

Thanks guys this is great information! Cheers.

[ZoneIII]

Hello. I'm looking into purchasing a Jobo CPP-2 Film Processor or any comparable model. Does anyone know where I could find one? new or used? Also is Jobo USA still in business? Thanks for any leads.

If there isn't a way to get one what do people recommend for processing B&W 4x5 sheet film? I figured on building a tray and actually would do that first before a Jobo but would love a Jobo if the opportunity presented itself.

I know this is an old thread, but for anyone who is also wondering about ways to process 4x5" sheet film, you may want to check out my videos on the subject on YouTube. Just look for the ZoneIII channel. Or just do a Google search for "zoneIII" and the very first hit will be a link to my YouTube channel. Although I do have a Jobo processor in which I process my E6 film and I also have a line sink setup, I prefer to process b&w sheet film in trays and I have a detailed 8-part series of videos on YouTube covering the subject.