Complete preservation systems and engineered upgrades for animation cels — tested & validated by Cel Nexus.
Engineered Frames
The Archival Cel Frame
From $369.99
- Preservation First: Engineered to provide true showcase-style storage with active buffering.
- Aluminum Body: High thermal conductivity ensures rapid equilibration with ambient temperatures.
- Handling Kit Included: Every frame comes complete with a Preservation Handling Kit (nitrile gloves, microfiber cloth, and assembly tools).
- Transport Dynamics: Designed with specific air cavities to dilute and manage localized acetic acid concentrations.
- Two Editions: Choose Standard as a great way to manage acid emission and light exposure for stable cels, or Premium for better transport dynamics, expanded capacity, and active RH buffering.
Custom Archival Frames
Consultation Required
- Oversized & Pan Cels: Tailored preservation framing for cels having non-standard dimensions.
- Modified & Cut Cels: Secure, customized mounting solutions for cels that have been trimmed or irregularly cut over time.
- Wavy & Buckled Cels: Engineered with a deeper mounting lip to providing stable, low-stress anchoring for significantly warped acetate without pinching or forcing it flat.
Archival Foundation Boards
Artcare™ Archival Foam Board
$7.99
- The DIY Frame Upgrade: An affordable way to add active preservation to any existing frame by simply replacing your current backing board.
- Outperforms "Specialty" Frames: Placed directly behind a cel (without original backgrounds), this board alone provides better acid control than many expensive, non-scavenging frames.
- Active Scavenging: Utilizes patented zeolite technology to actively trap and neutralize acetic acid emissions.
Custom Cut Preservation Boards
$19.00 Flat Rate
- Precision Fit: Have an odd-sized or pan cel? We will precision-cut Artcare foam to your exact specifications.
- Sizing Limits: Max Length: 20", Max Width: 16". Cuts are made from our 16x20" master sheets.
- Maximum Protection: Prevent shifting inside custom boxes while maintaining a highly active scavenging environment.
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Preservation Kits & Supplies
Itoya Preservation Upgrade Kit (10 Inserts)
$69.99
- Break the Feedback Loop: Vinegar syndrome is autocatalytic—trapped acid causes faster decay. These inserts actively absorb that acid to cut the degradation loop.
- Ten 11x14" Thin Inserts: Sized perfectly to replace the passive black "acid-free" paper inside standard Itoya portfolio binders.
- Drop-In Protection: No tools required. Keep your current binder, but instantly upgrade the microenvironment from a stagnant trap to an active acid sink.
Polypropylene Cel Sleeves (100 Pack)
$19.99
- Optimal Clarity: Crystal clear polypropylene material for pristine showcase viewing.
- Safe Storage: Archival grade sleeves reduce the risk of paint sticking compared to standard plastics.
- Bulk Pack: Includes 100 sleeves per pack to easily protect and organize your growing collection.
IPI A-D Strips (Acid Detection)
$80.00
- Industry Standard: Originally developed by the Image Permanence Institute (IPI).
- Vinegar Syndrome Test: The collector friendly way to measure acetic acid off-gassing.
- Complete Kit: Contains 250 detector strips, color reference pencil, and chart.
- Critical for Storage: Determine if your cels need cold storage immediately.
Nitrile Handling Gloves (100 Pack)
$19.99
- The Mandatory Accessory: Gloves are often overlooked in the hobby, but they are essential. Bare hands transfer oils and acids that can permanently degrade acetate.
- Preserve Visual Clarity: Nothing ruins the presentation of a beautiful cel faster than greasy fingerprints and hand smudges. Keep the acetate crystal clear.
- Snag & Powder-Free: Smooth nitrile prevents accidental scratching, and the powder-free finish ensures absolutely no residue is left on your artwork.