Equipment
Blackwrap
A heat-resistant black foil used to flag, mask, or shape light around a fixture or accessory.
A heat-resistant black foil used to flag, mask, or shape light around a fixture or accessory.
Use cases
- Choose the tool based on the required result, environment, and manufacturer limits.
Setup
- Inspect before use, secure the setup, and keep paths clear.
Alternatives
- black foil
- cinefoil
Safety notes
- Follow manufacturer instructions and local workplace rules.
In practice
Crews form the matte-black metal foil into small flags, snoots, masks, or spill control around compatible fixtures. It can become hot and sharp, so it must not block ventilation, contact a lamp, or replace a rated accessory.
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Sources
- Griptionary: Grip and Gaffer Slang Terms Glossary — Matthews Studio Equipment
- Lighting Handbook — ARRI