fixing agent

• Substance utilisée en photographie, en chimie ou dans le traitement des textiles pour rendre un matériau stable, permanent ou résistant aux modifications, par exemple pour empêcher d'autres réactions chimiques ou fixer les teintures.

A substance used in photography, chemistry, or textile processing to make a material stable, permanent, or resistant to change, such as preventing further chemical reactions or setting dyes.

1. Chemical stabilizerC1formal

   A substance used in photography, textile dyeing, or other chemical processes to make a material stable, permanent, or resistant to change.

   Agent fixateur

   • The photographer used a fixing agent to preserve the developed film.
   • In textile manufacturing, a fixing agent helps the dye bond to the fabric.
   • The lab technician added a fixing agent to stabilize the chemical solution.

2. Adhesive or binderC1formal

   A material used to hold components together or to secure something in place.

   Agent fixateur (adhésif)

   • The carpenter applied a fixing agent to secure the wooden joints.
   • This industrial fixing agent is used to attach metal parts to concrete.
   • A strong fixing agent is required for this construction project.