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
Why should you use BS 5550-3.10.2 – Specification for 35 mm film sprockets?
Cinematography sets and supports the overall look and mood of a film's visual narrative. Each visual element that appears on the screen, of a film, can serve and enhance the story. A sprocket is a toothed drum for transporting film.
BS 5550-3.10.2 provides you with the dimensions for 16-tooth, universal sprockets (feed, intermittent and hold-back), dimensions for 24-tooth universal sprockets (feed and hold-back) and dimensions for 32-tooth universal sprockets (feed and hold-back) that assist in manufacturing durable and high-quality sprockets for use in 35mm film.
Overall, BS 5550-3.10.2 assists you in enhancing the efficacy of 35mm film by providing the best industry guidance regarding sprockets used in the film.
