Flashpoint - 10' C Light Stand on Turtle Base Kit, Chrome with 40" Grip Arm & 2 Gobo Heads and Baby Pin, Boom Pole Holder

The Flashpoint 10' Century C Stand Kit is a worthy carrier of the time honored C Stand tradition of secure and powerful light and modifier supports for cinema and still studios. The C Stand kit features a 10', two tier spring loaded riser column with a baby pin on top, removable turtle self locking base legs, 2 aluminum 3.0" grip heads and a 40" extension boom arm. The stand base features a specially designed sure locking mechanism that is unique to the C Stand series. Each leg firmly sets to a preset lock position for easy swing setup and then flat for compact storage and transport. Individual legs can be swung to any angle, breaking out of fixed leg stance of classic stands. The 'Turtle Base' provides an exceptionally low center of gravity, balancing off axis gear without tipping the assembly, especially when secured with saddlebag style sandbags. The unique staggered curved leg design allows C Stands to be nested allowing for several to be used in close proximity. The lower leg can also be slid under many objects. The kit's extension gobo rod arm precisely slips into the aluminum 3.0" grip heads, supporting light modifiers, arms, scrims, cantilever flags, gobos or smaller lights, into exact position. The 5/8" diameter arm and Grip/Gobo/KnuckleHead combination can be used as a short boom, is tremendously helpful on still life sets, supporting everything from reflectors to soup spoons in clamps. The cast aluminum head design has interlocking facing surfaces to keep a fixed position when supporting accessories on the steel arm in one of its four 3/4", 5/8", 3/8", and 1/8" diameter channels. The jaws open to a maximum of 1-1/8" to hold rods, dowels and studs. The channel disks pivot about the center tightening handle and is grooved to friction hold firmly. When used atop light stands, it attaches via a 5/8" baby pin receiver hole with a choice of two places on the length for the tightening grip handle, taking best advantage of shorter studs on standard light stands or the included 5.5" longer baby pin ends on Century Stands Altogether, the C Stand stands alone in the wish list of absolute 'must-haves' for your studio. Qliq Qwip The name 'Century Stand' goes back to the days of motion picture production. There were no artificial light sources. No large tungsten lamps and certainly not quartz bulbs to illuminate. Just light from the sun. The film sets would revolve on platforms to assure a constant light from the sun above. Carefully positioned giant reflectors would be strategically placed to deflect the sunlight up onto the stages and thereby illuminate the scene and actors. While the reflectors were made in many sizes and shapes, the most popular was the 100 inch, or 'century', sized reflector. Stage assistant then created tools to aid them in the support of these 100" reflectors and invented what we now call C Stands. The first C Stands could not adjust or swivel, but they easily nested together just as they do today. Time tested and proven as an invaluable stage property, today's Century Stands, or C Stands, are an essential element in the image maker's inventory of tools.

From the studio to on-location shoots, the Flashpoint FPLSB13 Heavy Duty Boom Light Stand is the professional's choice for reliable and versatile lighting support. Engineered with precision, this stand boasts a robust construction that ensures durability without sacrificing portability. Its air-cushioned design provides a safeguard for your delicate lighting equipment, allowing for smooth height adjustments and minimizing the risk of damage from sudden drops.The stand's impressive height range, extending up to 13 feet, makes it ideal for a variety of lighting setups, including hair, rim, and overhead illumination. The reversible 1/4" or 3/8" screw on a 5/8" stud offers compatibility with a wide array of lighting accessories, ensuring that virtually any light, modifier, speedlight, or bracket can be securely mounted.Perpendicular mounting capabilities enhance the stand's versatility, allowing for off-axis light positioning to achieve the perfect lighting angle for your subject. The large, easy-to-grip knobs are designed for effortless adjustments, providing the leverage needed to securely raise, lower, and lock the stand in place without the risk of pinching your fingers.Variable tension control enables precise adjustments to the stand's sections, ensuring safe and incremental raising or lowering. The sturdy legs, crafted from tubular aircraft-grade aluminum, offer exceptional support and stability while maintaining a lightweight profile. The optimal footprint-to-height ratio guarantees a solid base for your equipment.Rubber-tipped feet enhance the stand's stability, preventing unwanted sliding and protecting floors from damage. The included counterweight bag helps maintain the perfect balance for your setup, ensuring that even with heavy loads, the stand remains stable and secure.For photographers and videographers seeking a professional-grade boom light stand that combines lightweight balance with unwavering stability, the Flashpoint FPLSB13 is the quintessential choice. Its thoughtful design and high-quality materials make it a dependable addition to any creative toolkit, ensuring that your lighting is always on point, shot after shot.

Let the Flashpoint 10' Century C Stand Kit elevate your studio setup with its robust and reliable design, a true testament to the revered tradition of C Stands in both cinema and still photography environments. This comprehensive kit includes a 10-foot, two-tier spring-loaded riser column with a baby pin on top, a detachable turtle base with self-locking legs, two precision-crafted aluminum 3.0" grip heads, and a versatile 40" extension boom arm.Crafted from durable steel with a sleek chrome finish, the stand is engineered for stability and longevity, boasting a load capacity of up to 30.1 to 31 lbs. The turtle base features a unique sure-locking mechanism exclusive to the C Stand series, ensuring each leg is firmly set in a preset lock position for swift setup and secure support. The legs can be independently positioned at any angle, offering flexibility beyond the fixed stance of traditional stands, and when not in use, they fold flat for efficient storage and transport.The 'Turtle Base' is designed to provide an exceptionally low center of gravity, allowing for stable support of off-axis gear without the risk of tipping, especially when counterbalanced with sandbags. The staggered, curved leg design not only allows for nesting multiple C Stands in close proximity but also enables the lower leg to slide under furniture and other obstacles for versatile placement.The kit's 40" extension gobo rod arm seamlessly integrates into the aluminum grip heads, enabling precise positioning of light modifiers, scrims, flags, gobos, or smaller lights. The 5/8" diameter arm, coupled with the Grip/Gobo/KnuckleHead assembly, can function as a short boom, proving invaluable on set for supporting a wide array of items from reflectors to intricate props.The cast aluminum grip heads feature interlocking surfaces that maintain a secure hold when supporting accessories on the steel arm, which offers four different diameter channels (3/4", 5/8", 3/8", and 1/8"). The jaws of the grip heads open up to 1-1/8", accommodating rods, dowels, and studs with ease. The pivot disks are designed to friction hold firmly around the center tightening handle, ensuring your setup remains steadfast.When mounted atop light stands, the C Stand connects via a 5/8" baby pin receiver hole, with two placement options for the tightening grip handle to optimize the use of shorter studs or the included 5.5" longer baby pin ends.The Flashpoint 10' Century C Stand Kit is not just a piece of equipment; it's a legacy of the film industry's ingenuity, born from the necessity to harness natural sunlight with century-sized reflectors. Today, it stands as an indispensable tool in the arsenal of photographers and filmmakers, embodying the spirit of innovation and the pursuit of perfect lighting.