Adjustable lights
Aug 3, 2016 10:39:53 #
I am building a system that will be surrounded by a grid of metal rods, to hold lighting and other accessories. For the lights I need something that can move along, and rotate round, the rod and also swivel left and right. I hope the diagram shows this clearly.
My problem is that I cannot find anything quite like this on line. It may be a problem of the site's pictures not showing precisely how the light can move in each dimension. If any of the forum members either have, or know of such a system, I would be grateful for information on where it is available.
Many thanks
My problem is that I cannot find anything quite like this on line. It may be a problem of the site's pictures not showing precisely how the light can move in each dimension. If any of the forum members either have, or know of such a system, I would be grateful for information on where it is available.
Many thanks
Aug 3, 2016 11:16:14 #
MACT wrote:
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Check this out for a fairly rugged adjustable clamp with a 5/8" stud mount for strobe lights. I have half a dozen that look just like it made by LumoPro. The are very handy to have.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tether-Tools-Rock-Solid-Master-Clamp-/182049127967
Two more clamps:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tether-Tools-Rock-Solid-MaxClamp-55lbs-Capacity-RS223-/391511988984
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Avenger-Swiveling-C-Pipe-Clamp-for-L-106-99-/331911980594
Aug 3, 2016 14:11:18 #
These lab clamps would do the job - don't know about the cost. http://www.troemner.com/lab-equipment/clamps
Aug 4, 2016 10:18:21 #
Aug 4, 2016 10:46:01 #
Two things.
1 Are you able to hang things like done in many studios?
2 Look into something like a microphone gooseneck.
1 Are you able to hang things like done in many studios?
2 Look into something like a microphone gooseneck.
Aug 4, 2016 16:21:05 #
MACT wrote:
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Check with a theatrical / stage supply they hve more GOOD stuff than you can shake a stick at.
Aug 4, 2016 16:50:29 #
Look at multi spot light rails. These generally are used in commercial premises to light up displays or art work. The light will be constant rather than strobe. Alternative is to make a wood or aluminium runner 3 -4 inches below ceiling and clamp on individual 'bendy' light fittings . I suppose that fixing flash shoes to the runner and wiring them as slaves would also work at an expence
Aug 4, 2016 18:00:04 #
Have you considered a boom arm for strobes? They have a clevis that attaches to a tube, which might work in your instance.
MACT wrote:
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Aug 5, 2016 08:29:26 #
MACT wrote:
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Manfrotto:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=283924&gclid=Cj0KEQjw8pC9BRCqrq37zZil4a0BEiQAZO_zrP9whKTjmAyPkfmj4BImunFmuAcFC-f9I5yb0yShq6saAoeu8P8HAQ&is=REG&ap=y&c3api=1876%2C52934715962%2C&Q=&A=details
Delta:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=250247&gclid=Cj0KEQjw8pC9BRCqrq37zZil4a0BEiQAZO_zrMg8t_B2Tg5s6mm5U6rMBL54Tv10xCt-A4VhrabmnR4aAkfw8P8HAQ&is=REG&ap=y&c3api=1876%2C52934714882%2C&A=details&Q=
And companies like FOBA, JTL, Bowens, Arri all make stuff like this.
If you have the time and inclination, you can do something DIY. Here is one idea with constant lighting:
http://blog.vonwong.com/diy-vonstudio/
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