I bought as a hair light option. I usually use a 5/8" stud w/ grip arm. How to mount this thing? Product photos are misleading...
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I probably wouldnt use the stud route as this would mean using the LED light's hot shoe stand.I think I'd prefer to use the light with a hot shoe bracket at the top of the boom arm.Doingvyhis will eliminate the uncertainty of stud sizes andcr3duce the need fo moving parts. The more moving parts tge higher the chances for misplacing ir for getting pieces. I've had shoots where I had forgotten the stud and couldn't mount a light...reduce the need for small moving parts.
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Use an adapter like http://www.amazon.com/Talent-MSA1-Female-Stand-Adapter/dp/B00IU3GCZQ/ref=pd_cp_MI_2 or similar.
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Use an adapter like Talent MSA1 1/4&quot;-20 Male to 5/8&quot;-27 Female Mic Stand Adapter or similar.
1222822
Mounting at angles (depending on how much angle your talking about) may not be the best method. It would be advisable to contact the Mfg. before proceeding with an angle mount.
151819
current chain is pretty short. the mounting point is on the bar, the chain is just to secure it. I just use it on the floor, haven't mount on the wall/ceiling yet.
2255494
FYI, the other people who have answered are correct - you'll want to cut a board and use it to mount. It mounts very easily from that point and you will be happy with the result!
175118
Well that a very tuff question. Because if I say one of the brackets . And you don't hit a stud. This would be very bad. I used both brackets an its still hanging. So for the money! I would rather be safe then sorry. Thats just me. Hope this helped.
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I installed this in typical drywall, not into wooden stud. Because I used self drilling drywall anchors (available at all hardware stores & most discount stores - I used heavy duty, i.e. able to hold a 50 lb load, but could have used those for 15-25 lbs just fine), all I needed was a phillips-head screwdriver. The biggest challenge was determining the height to place it at. Here's what I did: I put the mirror on the base/extension unit (just screws on - easy). Then I held the base to the wall where I thought the height of the mirror would be right....then I extended the mirror to where I would typically stand to use it when it was extended (this may take a buddy to hold the base to the wall while you stand where you need to). With the mirror extended, I adjusted the height so that that part of my face that I needed in the magnifying mirror was centered. THEN I marked the upper and lower holes of the base on the wall...moved the base, screwed the anchors into the wall and screwed the base into the anchors with screws. The only glitch is that the screws that came with the mirror were longer than I needed for the anchors I had, so I used the screws provided with the anchor package instead. IF you decide you want to use the screws and non-screw-in anchors provided with the mirror, you'll need to find the correct location/height and mark the holes, then drill a hole large enough for those anchors to fit tightly before you use the screws provided. Just remember, measure twice before you drill/screw/cut. Take your time, it's pretty easy even for a beginner. And your local hardware person can also give you some advice if I'd made it more than a little confusing. Good luck.
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It depends, if you just mean putting the beauty dish on the lightstand portion then I suppose it will work but if you want to mount a beauty dish on the arm I wouldn't. It's made for holding a reflector not a light and modifier. Lots of better choices.
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I used drywall screws (instead of the screws that come with it), and it seems pretty secure in the drywall.The mounting holes are about 28" apart, so you will not be able to get both sides in a stud. It's not that heavy though, so it shouldn't be a problem.
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It is suggested to mount it on studs but it is not really that heavy. I like to hit at least one stud. It can be mounted in any different ways and it can be centered.
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No problem. The mounting hardward doesn't show. I would recommend however that you purchase also from a local store a strip of cord cover for the picture down to the outlet. Makes it look a whole lot neater.Regards,
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I think you have to use the bracket. You might be able to mount it directly, but you may have to use/purchase an alternate screw
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The bracket kit comes with 2 arms the short one and a 3 1/2" long one. I used the long one for the ceiling mount and short one for wall mount.
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You have a couple of choices. There is a side mount or you can make a simple hole with a drill (just enough to allow a screw to pass). And that's it! Simple. It works great and it looks good. Had it for 6 months and still love it.
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it is designed to be wider than the door... There is a chance that you are not mounting it properly? It should hang from the chin bar and only rest against the outside of the frame/trim of (the) door... Let me know if you need advice to mount it...
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I have a reflector arm so I've never tried to hang a reflector from this boom. I would try to attach two spring clamps from Home Depot using coated wire (to protect the finish of the boom arm) and then attach the reflector with the clamps.
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Not sure if the mount is too big or too small for your handlebars. If it is too big, even completely tightened up, you should be able to get a couple of rubber shims to take up the space. If the mount is too small, then you must have some mammoth handlebars! You could try putting it on your handlebar stem. The light can be swiveled, so you can mount it in any position. The other option would be to get an extension that attaches to the handlebars.
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You might try using an angle iron, something with a 90* bend. The arm is solid and you'll like it if you can secure to the floor.