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01-08-2014, 07:08 PM   #1
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Reloadable Cartridge with DX code

What do you do if can not buy Reloadable Cartridge with DX code. Use the Pentax P3

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Go beg to get an ordinary cartridge with the desired ISO code from a film processing outfit! You can load film into an ordinary cartridge. Use a bottle opener to remove the top and get to the spool.
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This came up on a google search, it may be relevant:

Oddball DX coding stickers/Cassettes.
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The DX code is a pattern of conductive/non-conductive surfaces on the cartridge. The commonly available 100 ISO reusable DX cartridges can be "hacked" to support other ISO values by stripping/masking the appropriate regions. It is a lot of trouble, but might be worth the effort.

DX encoding - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


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01-08-2014, 09:27 PM   #5
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I would recommend getting a camera that allows you to specify the ISO, but you could also just use exposure compensation/math to come up with the correct exposure. It is possible to buy DX coded canisters though.

Arista 35mm Metal Reloadable Cartridge 100 iso 35mm x 36 exp. DX Coded - 5 Pack | Freestyle Photographic Supplies
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sandpaper and nail polish. problem solved.

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QuoteOriginally posted by smithdoor Quote
What do you do if can not buy Reloadable Cartridge with DX code
QuoteOriginally posted by Ole Quote
Go beg to get an ordinary cartridge with the desired ISO code from a film processing outfit! You can load film into an ordinary cartridge. Use a bottle opener to remove the top and get to the spool
All I have ever used to load film in are used cartridges, that's why I have a box full to choose from. It does help that I develop my own film and I always save the cartridges. As Ole said, I'm sure that a friendly local processor would
be willing to give you some used cartridges as they only throw them away.
Glenn
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