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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

  1. Glossary of Motion Picture Terms · Kodak

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