Description
Micrographics Data 35mm Positive Duplicating Microfilm
35mm • 1000 ft (305 m) • Silver Halide • Polarity-Reversing • LE500 Archival Rated
The Micrographics Data 35mm Positive Duplicating Microfilm is a premium silver halide, polarity-reversing duplicating film designed to produce exceptionally sharp, high-contrast positive copies from negative master microfilm. Engineered for archival preservation, government agencies, libraries, service bureaus, and records management professionals, it delivers outstanding image quality, consistent processing performance, and long-term archival stability.
Developed as a high-performance replacement for Fujifilm Mini Positive II print microfilm, this film combines excellent tonal reproduction with archival durability, making it ideal for preservation projects where image fidelity is critical.
At a Glance
- Produces positive duplicates from negative master microfilm
- Premium silver halide emulsion for exceptional image quality
- Excellent grayscale and halftone reproduction
- High resolution with outstanding sharpness
- ISO LE500 archival life expectancy when properly processed and stored
- Durable 4 mil clear polyester film base
- Anti-static backing minimizes dust and handling contamination
- Compatible with standard silver halide duplicating processors
- Manufactured for professional archival and records management applications
Key Technical Advantages
Polarity-Reversing Technology
Designed specifically for duplicating negative master microfilm.
The film reverses image polarity during processing, producing crisp, easy-to-read positive copies with black text on a white background for optimal viewing and scanning.
Outstanding Image Sharpness
The fine-grain silver halide emulsion delivers:
- High resolution
- Excellent edge definition
- Superior character readability
- Consistent reproduction quality
Ideal for preserving even the smallest document details.
Excellent Gray Scale Reproduction
Unlike traditional high-contrast duplicating films, Micrographics Data Positive Film reproduces subtle tonal variations with exceptional fidelity.
Perfect for:
- Photographs
- Historical manuscripts
- Engineering drawings
- Architectural plans
- Maps
- Newspapers
- Documents containing halftones or shaded graphics
LE500 Archival Permanence
When processed and stored according to ISO recommendations, the film meets the ISO LE500 standard, providing an estimated life expectancy of 500 years.
Ideal for permanent preservation of:
- Government records
- Historical archives
- Court documents
- Genealogical collections
- Corporate records
- Cultural heritage materials
Durable Polyester Base
Constructed on a 4-mil clear polyester base for superior strength and dimensional stability.
Benefits include:
- Tear resistant
- Excellent handling characteristics
- Stable during processing
- Long-term dimensional accuracy
Anti-Static Protection
An integrated anti-static backing reduces dust attraction during handling and duplication, helping maintain cleaner images and reducing the likelihood of scratches or processing artifacts.
Typical Applications
- Archival duplication
- Government records preservation
- Library collections
- Museum archives
- Historical document preservation
- Corporate records management
- Newspaper preservation
- Service bureau duplication
- Security microfilm reproduction
Physical Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Product |
Micrographics Data 35mm Positive Duplicating Microfilm |
| Film Type |
Silver Halide, Polarity-Reversing |
| Film Width |
35 mm |
| Film Length |
305 m (1000 ft) |
| Film Base |
4 mil Clear Polyester |
| Backing |
Anti-static |
| Image Type |
Positive duplicate from negative master |
| Archival Rating |
ISO LE500 |
| Expected Life |
Up to 500 years (properly processed and stored) |
| Processing |
Standard silver halide duplicating processors |
Why Choose Micrographics Data?
Micrographics Data Positive Duplicating Microfilm combines archival permanence, superior image quality, and dependable processing performance in a professional-grade duplicating film. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of archival institutions and records management professionals, it offers an excellent replacement for legacy positive print microfilms while ensuring long-term preservation of valuable information.
Professional Quality. Archival Permanence. Exceptional Image Fidelity.
