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Film resource library including books from Jurgen
Lossau - Atoll Medien and Chris Cottrill - Omni Prints
Publishing, Super 8 Today.  Also DVD sampler from
Rick Charnoshi and Buddy Nichols Productions
(NCP).  All available at Spectra Film and Video!
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For additional items, please inquire. You ask for it and we'll get it!
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Products
We all know the
numerous offerings
for super 8: Pro8mm,
super8 sound, yale,
Pac lab,
chambless... Now
Spectra Film and
Video is here with
better pricing and
service!
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Editing Supplies

Used Wurker Film Splicer - Super 8  
The best tape splicer ever built for the super 8
user.  Very durable and easy to use. Splices are
super strong and long lasting for archival and
telecine purposes.  For use with Wurker tapes listed
to the right. Spectra uses Wurker exclusively for all
lab work!
$125.00

Wurker Super 8 Splice Tape (50 Tabs)
Available as 2 frame or 4 frame tabs
1 Pack = $10.95         10 Packs = $98.00

Wurker Regular 8 Splice Tape (50 Tabs)
Available as 4 frame tabs only
1 Pack = 11.95           10 Packs = 108.00


16mm 100' Daylight Spool (used)      3.00
Also suitable for 100' double 8 and reg 8 film loads.

16mm 400' Can w/ Dark-bag (used)   3.95


White Cotton Editing Gloves
To keep film clean and free of oily dirt produced by
bare hands.  Allows skin to breathe and remain
comfortable for extended periods.

1 Pair = $3.00       12 Pairs = 19.95

Hama Cinepress Super 8 Film Splicer
A good tape splicer for the budget minded.  No frills
light weight design.  Very similar operation to the
professional Wurker splicer.  This splicer is sold as
new and includes a set of instructions for use.  For
use with Hama Cinepress tapes listed to the right.

$29.95

Hama Cinepress Super 8 Splice Tabs
50 splice tapes in each pack .  For use with Hama
Cinepress Splicer.  Also compatible with Agfa F8S,
Alfo Cinepress Automatic, Braun FK4 Automatic,
Noris Splicomat and Wurker Super 8!                        

1 Pack = 12.95          10 Packs = 119.50


Kodak Splicing Cement
1/2 fluid oz bottle with application brush.  Use it with
any 8, 16 or 35mm splicer that works with cement.  
Not for use with plastic leader or polyester films
(such as prints).  Acetate material only.

$10.95

Kodak Super 8 Presstape (20 tabs)     5.95

Kodak Regular 8 Presstape (20 tabs)  5.95

Kodak 16mm Presstape (20 tabs)         5.95

10 Packs any Kodak Presstape = 55.00


Regular 8mm 25' Daylight Spool  2.95

Regular 8mm 25' Film Can             2.95

Reg 8mm Daylight Spool w/ Can 5.00
Camera Supplies
18% Gray Card Set (2  8X10 Cards)
Reduce the guesswork with unreliable lighting
conditions.  Simply take a meter reading off one of these
cards for the best exposure average possible. Based on
the 18% standard reflectance on which all external and
internal light meters are calibrated.  Usable with still and
motion picture (film or digital) cameras!
$19.95
1.35 Volt Zinc Air Photo Battery
An exact replacement for older mercury PX625 and
PX13 exposure batteries.  Unlike common alkaline
batteries you may find elsewhere, these are the only
batteries to have an accurate 1.35 volt rating  to allow
camera meters to expose film correctly.  An option to
this is our new power regulator found here

$7.00


Camera Maintenance Kit
Keep your camera gate and lens clean and clear
of obstructions.  Includes lint-free lens tissue
pack, lens cleaning fluid, soft brush with blower,
cotton swabs and microfiber cleaning cloth.
$14.95

The Filmmaking Catalog
A full color, paperback camera book detailing the
history of 8mm and 16mm cameras made by
Canon, Beaulieu, Aaton, Eumig, Zeiss, Bolex,
Arriflex and numerous others. Both English and
German descriptions.  Great gift!  

$59.00
Film Resources

Movie Cameras Book
An exceptional quality hardcover English/German
book detailing the history of 8mm and 16mm
cameras made by Canon, Nikon, Nizo, Zeiss,
Bolex, Arriflex and numerous others.  Beautiful
color pictures on quality paper.  Great gift for film
buffs!  Perfect centerpiece for any livingroom!
$129.00

Movie Projectors Book
An exceptional quality hardcover English/German
book detailing the history of 8mm and 16mm
projectors made by Elmo, Canon, Eumig, Bolex
and numerous others. The perfect companion to
go with "Movie Cameras Book".  Great gift for film
buffs!  Perfect centerpiece for any livingroom!
$129.00

Super 8 (filmmakers handbook) New!
A full color, hardcover English/German educational book
featuring key information for filmmakers on the go! Find  
detailed walk-though of film formats, processing, editing
and telecine with key gear and basic operation.  Includes
contact information for places that offer small format film
sales, processing, telecine and more (similar to LA411)
$59.00

American Cinematographer
Magazine latest issue or back issues!

A long time resource for learning how the pro's do it
in film.  Includes the latest in film technology for all
professional applications.  
$5.45  Cheaper than News Stand!

Small Format Magazine (latest issue
available) Discontinued!

An all English version of a European magazine
specializing in super 8, regular 8 and 16mm film
and the shooters.  Plus, lots of information on  
products/services only available in Europe.
No Longer Available!

Lens Cleaning Tissue
Essential for keeping filmed images crisp.  A soft, lint
free lens paper specially prepared for cleaning
multi-coated lenses, filters and highly polished glass
surfaces. Approximately 30 - 4 X 5 sheets per pack.

$4.95 per pack


Super 8 Reel Adapter - New Low Price!
Permits newer super 8 reels to be used on 8mm
projectors and editors with small spindle. Now we
buy these in bulk and pass the savings to you!

1 reel adapter = 1.50
10 pack of reel adapters = 4.95

Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Marker
For writing on anything from leader to gaffers tape.
1  = $2.00                Box 1 Doz = $16.00

Editor's Grease Pencil (white)
For marking directly on film to indicate edit points
1  = $3.00                Box 1 Doz = $19.00

6 Pack Duracell AA Alkaline Batteries
Six (6) standard 1.5 volt AA alkaline batteries that will
work in nearly all super 8 cameras (except Beaulieu).
Super 8 cameras typically accept from 2 to 6 of these
batteries to function.

$9.95
20" Cable Release Camera Remote
Hand selected by Spectra from dozens of remotes for
quality and price.  Super durable, vinyl coated steel
cable.  Includes wing grip with metal center lock.  
Powers a camera on/off for animation, telephoto
tripod shots or special camera housings.  Fits any
camera with a standard cable release socket.

$19.95
Used Kodak Universal Film Splicer
This basic tape splicer is the only one capable of
splicing super 8, regular 8 and 16mm formats all in
one!  Excellent for splicing multiple format personal
projects and home movies.  For use with Kodak
Presstapes listed to the right.

$59.00
16mm Heavy Duty Polystyrene Plastic Reels
Better built for continuous use.  Made from thick
polystyrene (will not warp) complete with hardened
steel core insert.  Their non-corrosive plastic makes
them an excellent choice for archiving and storing film.

16mm 1600' Heavy Duty Grey Plastic Reel   $30.00
16mm 1200' Heavy Duty Grey Plastic Reel   $25.00
16mm 800' Heavy Duty Red Plastic Reel       $20.00
6V 10W Halogen Super 8 Viewer Bulb
20 - 30% Brighter!  Upgrade Today!      
Custom manufactured halogen bulb for the brightest
image possible on a super 8 viewer.  Long lasting
and will not produce more heat than incandescent
bulbs. A must for a picture that is easy on the eyes
during long hours of editing.  Fits 8mm viewers
(Elmo, Goko, etc.) with BA15S bayonet socket.
29.95
6V 10W Hama Incandescent
Super 8 Viewer Bulb  
Simply the brightest incandescent viewer bulb we
have found.  Specially produced by Hama for use
with 8mm editors.  Similar filament to bulbs used in
medical optical equipment. Fits all 8mm viewers
(Elmo, Goko, Vernon, Argus and many more) with
standard BA15S bayonet socket.                                      
10.95
8mm Film Storage Boxes
Quality gloss white paperboard lab boxes suitable
for storing film.  Identification labels easily applied.

200' 8mm Reel 5"X 5" Hinged Box
1 box = 2.25             20 boxes = 37.00

400' 8mm Reel 7"X 7" Hinged Box
1 box = 2.75             20 boxes = 45.00
16mm Plastic Camera Core (2")     
1 core = 2.50           20 cores =  40.00

16mm Plastic Lab Core (3")  
1 core = 2.50           20 cores =  40.00

16mm 400' Plastic Reel (economic version)
1 reel = 5.95             20 reels =  100.00
16mm/35mm Film Storage Boxes
Quality gloss white paperboard lab boxes suitable for
storing film.  Will hold 2 16mm spools or 1 35mm
spool (1200' ea). Identification labels easily applied.

1200' 35/16mm 11"X 11" Box
1 box = 2.50             20 boxes = 40.00
Super 8 50' Plastic Reel (3" across)    
1 reel = .95             20 reels = 17.00

Super 8 200' Plastic Reel (5" across)
1 reel = 1.49             20 reels =  24.00

Super 8 400' Plastic Reel (7" across)
1 reel = 2.95              20 reels = 48.00
Plastic Film Leader - 16mm, Super 8, Reg 8
Stronger than acetate.  Suitable for tape splices only.
Kodak Acetate Leader  
Suitable for cement and tape splices.
White Paper Tape
Used in labs and editing rooms to tack up spools of
film.   Easy to write on and will not leave residue.
1/4" Roll White Paper Tape
1 roll = 5.00                10 rolls = 40.00

1/2" Roll White Paper Tape
1 roll = 7.00                10 rolls = 55.00
16mm White Plastic Leader (Double or single perf)
100' on core = 12.00       1000' bulk  on core = 60.00
Super 8 White Plastic Leader     
50' on reel = 5.50              1000' bulk on core = 40.00
Regular 8 White Plastic Leader
50' on reel = 8.95              1000' bulk on core = 50.00
16mm White Acetate Leader (Double or single perf)
100' on core = 15.00       1000' bulk  on core = 80.00
Super 8 White Acetate Leader     
50' on reel = 8.00              1000' bulk on core = 85.00
Regular 8 White Acetate Leader
50' on reel = 11.00   
Book of Movie Photography (Used)

The best educational book for beginning
filmmakers bar-none!  This hardcover book  offers
detailed descriptions on camera equipment, how
to shoot, edit (the old school way) and compose a
proper film.  Lots of beautiful color illustrations
and very easy to understand.  Once the book  of
choice for the USC film program!                                
                                         Reduced!      $39.00

SMPTE 16mm Count Down Leader Print
Old school protective countdown film we all
remember for audio sync and picture start points.  
But why stop there?  Use it to create cool retro
effects for your next creative film project. One
countdown per film ordered.
16mm Countdown Film = $20.00

Official "Do Not X-ray" Stickers
Critical when shipping or flying with film to and from
locations.  Instructions on the sticker tell the
handler to return the package if opening the film
container or an x-ray is mandatory.  These simple
stickers can save a production from disaster! 12
stickers per 8.5 X 11 page.
$4.95 per page

Used Ciro - Guillotine Film Splicer
Quick and easy splices for super 8. This splicer
uses less expensive roll tape that folds around
the film in one easy step. The splicer punches the
perforation holes in the tape to assure secure
coverage over the entire film surface.  Roll tape
sold for this splicer is listed directly to the right.
$125.00
Empty Kodak Cartridges  Silicone Treated
These are bought in bulk from Kodak for loading
custom films.  Now Spectra makes them available
with our exclusive silicone treatment added for
significantly improved reliability!  Double or even triple
expose entire rolls of film! These cartridges can be
loaded (taped shut) and re-used again and again.
Empty Super 8 Cartridge - Silicone Treated!
1 cartridge = $8.00    20 cartridges =  $140.00
Willard's Trichloroethane (Trike) Film Cleaner - The Real Deal!
Willard’s Film & Tape cleaner contains 100% 1,1,1-trichloroethane (trike), touted by Kodak as the
most effective film cleaning solvent ever produced since manufacturing was banned in the US.  Also
originally used in all ultrasonic cleaning machines.  Take it from us, trike is the best film cleaner ever!

Now, old Mr. Willard has bottled some up for sale from his dwindling stash (he's not entirely happy
about it)!    Safe for mag stripe film, audio tape, old prints, slides, nitrate, acetate, polyester and more!

Willard's Film Cleaner:     8oz bottle $59.00    16oz bottle $105.00
Willard's Double Layer Flannel Cleaning Roll (11'):    $6.50
Super 8 Today Magazine - Final Issue!
Unfortunately, this informative magazine has
ceased publishing!  The good news is that we
managed to buy up limited quantities of the final
issue for our customers!  This special issue is
packed with interesting info for film makers of all
levels - including an exclusive article on Spectra!

$6.95  
Pinched Rubber Bands for Reels/Cores
Original reel rubber bands rotted and broken?  These
custom lab rubber bands are the perfect replacements!  
Holds film securely to any  8mm, 16mm or 35mm reel
or core with 50 - 200' of film.  Special low sulfur formula
keeps them from drying out.  Washed and powder-free
for use with film.  Includes pinch grip for easy removal.

Bag of 50 = $19.95       Bag of 100 = 29.95
Used Semi-Pro Film Cleaning Device
Difficult to find cleaner designed for use in small
labs.  Mounts between rewinds.  As film is wound
its surface is gently cleaned between a dampened
flannel roll (see Willard's Flannel Roll below).  Film
cleaning solution is automatically applied through
an adjustable valve.  Saves on film cleaner!  Usable
with all film formats up to and including 35mm!
                                          395.00
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Clear Roll Ciro - Guillotine Editing Tape
Clear, unperforated roll tape for use with Ciro -
Guillotine 8mm or 16mm splicers.
Single Roll 8mm Tape (600 splices)       6.00ea

Single Roll 16mm Tape (300 splices)    6.50ea

10 Roll Pack any Ciro Tape = 55.00
New!  Molecular Sieves - Film Protector
Zeolite sieve technology in packets developed
especially for film storage!  Absorbs moisture and
harmful vapors.  Actually retards acids and vinegar
syndrome that would accelerate film decay.  Simply
toss a packet or two in your film can and store it away
in a cool, dry place for years of added protection.
1 packet = 3.00      10 packet saver = 25.00