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Anhtu Vu
Film Handler

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From: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Registered: Jun 2013

posted 11-03-2015 02:22 PM

I believe the standard Foot Lambert rating for 2D / 35 mm is 16 FL.

Is that measured with open gate or with a piece of clear film ? The clear film will knock down roughly 2 FL.

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Mike Schulz
Expert Film Handler

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From: Los Angeles, CA
Registered: May 2007

posted 11-03-2015 03:21 PM

You are correct. 16fL is measured without any film rolling through the gate. This accommodates the 2fL loss when film is present to give you the 14fL you need.

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