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Film perforation
Also known as perf.
A regularly spaced hole along motion-picture film used for transport and image registration.
In practice
Match pitch, gauge, perforation type, winding, and equipment; damaged perforations can destabilize transport.
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Sources
- Glossary of Motion Picture Terms · Kodak
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