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OpenAutoLab is an attempt at making a cheap and simple film developing machine. It is inspired by Jobo Autolab machines, but is cheaper, more repairable (citation needed) and open source.

It supports color and black-and-white processes, it is fully documented and doesn’t require components that are too hard to find, and I’m currently working (rather slowly) on making it even easier to produce.

I’m not making or selling any kits, but the estimated cost of all the parts including the optional ones is about 300€, and it’s even less if you don’t need heating (black-and-white processes only) or already have some parts like developing tank.

Here is an introduction video

You can read more here

Here is its git repo