What is BS 5550-3.10.2 – Specification for 35 mm film sprockets about?
Cinematography sets and supports the overall look and mood of a film's visual narrative.
BS 5550-3.10 is a British standard on 35mm film that discusses universal sprockets. BS 5550-3.10.2 relates to the dimensions of 16-teeth intermittent sprockets, and 16-teeth, 24-teeth and 32-teeth feed and hold-back sprockets for 35 mm perforated film having perforations by Type P, N and AC of BS 5550-3.1.1 .
BS 5550-3.10.2 specifies the essential dimensions for accurate engagement with the film and gives recommended dimensions in respect of the form of the teeth.
Who is BS 5550-3.10.2 – Specification for 35 mm film sprockets for?
BS 5550-3.10.2 on the specification for35 mm film sprockets is relevant to:
Film manufacturers
Sprocket manufacturers
Design engineers
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