Manfrotto LA8449 Skylite Rapid Crossbar Handle

For the location photographer who needs lighting control in the most demanding situations. The Skylite Rapid’s collapsible but rigid aluminium frame delivers reliable performance even in windy conditions, while the Skylite Rapid covers simply clip in to place giving maximum versatility. The Skylite Rapid frames, fabrics and accessories are available separately or as kits so you can mix and match as you choose.

All Skylite frames are compatible with the original Skylite covers and Skylite Rapid covers.

The Aluminium Frame Support Kit is a versatile accessory compatible with the Manfrotto Skylite panels, Panoramic backgrounds, EzyFrame backgrounds and the StudioLink Chroma Key background system.

This useful adjustable support can be used in three different ways.

The first is as a handle for the smaller Skylite panels. The handle can be configured to a width of 1.1m, 1.5m or 2m, allowing it to be used on the 1.1m x1.1m, 1.1m x 2m (either dimension), 1.5m x 1.5m and 2m x 2m Skylites. The handle simply attaches to either side of the Skylite’s aluminium frame and provides a sturdy crossbar to be handheld or attached to a support stand using the Manfrotto griphead (LL LA8446).

The second application is as a support leg to support a Skylite, Panoramic, EzyFrame or StudioLink in the vertical position. As with the handle the leg can be used as the 1.1m, 1.5m or 2m length depending on which product the user is looking support. The leg simply attaches to the aluminium frame at one end and the other end rests on the floor. The floor end of the support leg features a useful eye hook to allow the easy attachment of a sandbag for added stability.

The third application enables the user to support a Skylite on the ground at different angles depending on the length and angle of the leg, creating a useful directional fill light.

The Manfrotto Pro Scrim All In One Kit 2.9×2.9m Extra Large includes: 1x lightweight frame, 2x textile covers; (black and 1.25 stop diffuser), 2x grip heads, 2x ears and carry case.

The Pro Scrim All In One includes all of the essential components required for creative image makers to take control of their lighting set up by diffusing and flagging the light source. They allow the user to master their set up using one compact and easily transportable kit, ideal for demanding professionals who wants to keep their creative options open, whilst remaining as lightweight and portable as possible when working on the move.

The kit effortlessly folds down into its own rigid carry case with an impressive compact folded size of just 102 x 24 x 19cm (40.1 x 9.4 x 7.4in) making it extremely transportable.

Set up time of this game changing kit takes just minutes thanks to the rapid assembly lightweight aluminium frame featuring an internal elastic cord, ensuring all the framework stays together. The innovative clip on textile covers are another huge time saver, as it allows them to be fastened directly onto the frame quickly and easily. Changing to an alternative textile cover couldn’t be easier, just unclip the attached cover with ease and then attach another straight onto the frame, no time consuming bungee corded assembly required. In addition, the rigid cases zip up internal compartment and Velcro straps keep everything securely in place ready for the next shoot.

Another fantastic feature of this kit is the durable cine style ears, fasten them on either side of the frame and then drop them into the chrome steel grip heads. The frame can then be positioned exactly where it is needed when fastened to any pair of sturdy light stands with a 16mm (5/8”) spigot.

These extremely versatile light control kits are sure to capture the imagination of today’s creative imagemakers. Their compact form factor, super-fast set up time and innovative design makes it easier than ever to carry essential lighting tools for a range of lighting situations, opening a whole host of creative opportunities.

Available in four different sizes; Small 1.1m x 1.1m (3.6 x 3.6ft), Medium 1.1m x 2m (3.6 x 6.5ft), Large 2m x 2m (6.5 x 6.5ft) and Extra Large 2.9m x 2.9m (9.5ft)