Freshly processed negatives are at their most vulnerable during the drying stage. The Zebra 4×5/5×7 Film Drying Rack is designed to keep your film safe, organized, and protected while it dries.
Each sheet is held securely only by its edges, leaving the image area and emulsion surface completely untouched. Individual slots keep films separated throughout the drying process, preventing wet emulsions from coming into contact with each other and reducing the risk of scratches, sticking, or handling marks.
The open design allows air to circulate freely around every sheet, helping promote even drying while maintaining a compact footprint in your darkroom. Unlike hanging systems that require clips or additional handling, the rack provides a simple and reliable way to support your negatives without placing stress on the film.
Designed by photographers who regularly process sheet film, the rack combines stability, practicality, and portability. It can hold up to 7 sheets of 4×5 or 5×7 film at once, assembles in seconds, and quickly breaks down into flat components for easy storage or transport. Whether you’re working in a permanent darkroom, teaching a workshop, or processing film in the field, the Zebra Film Drying Rack offers peace of mind when your negatives need it most.
Key Features
- Holds up to 7 sheets of 4×5 or 5×7 film
- Supports film only by the edges
- Keeps individual sheets safely separated
- Prevents contact with the emulsion and image area
- Reduces the risk of scratches, sticking, and drying marks
- Promotes even airflow around each sheet
- Compact footprint compared to hanging multiple films
- Sturdy and stable construction
- Quick assembly and disassembly
- Packs flat for convenient storage and travel
- Ideal for darkroom, workshop, and field use
