Studio print tongs Paterson PTP341 — 3-pack

The Paterson print tongs (PTP341) are a set of three hand tools for handling photographic prints and wet paper during darkroom and studio processing. Supplied as a colour-coded 3-pack (light grey, dark grey and red), these tongs are intended to hold prints securely and minimise direct contact with emulsion surfaces while moving items between trays or for drying.

Advantages

Each tong features a textured side panel for a firmer grip and deep shoulders that prevent the tong from sliding into processing trays. Colour coding helps keep tongs assigned to specific trays to reduce the risk of chemical cross-contamination between developer, stop bath and fixer solutions.

Suitable for

• Handling photographic paper and prints during darkroom chemical processing
• Transferring wet prints between trays and racks
• Minimising fingerprints and creases on sensitive emulsion surfaces

Key specifications

• Pack contents: 3 tongs (light grey, dark grey, red)
• Model: Paterson PTP341
• Brand: Paterson
• EAN: 5022361010677

How to use

Assign each colour-coded tong to a specific processing tray and use it exclusively in that tray to avoid chemical carry-over. Grip prints by the dry or non-emulsion edges using the textured side panel for control, then lift or transfer the print steadily to the next tray or drying rack. Avoid inserting the tong too deeply into trays; the deep shoulders are designed to limit accidental submersion.

Usage recommendations

Always rinse and inspect tongs between processing sessions and replace any tong that shows signs of contamination or damage. Maintain the colour-code practice to prevent fixer or developer contamination of other trays.