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Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8')
This aluminum Impact 8' Air-cushioned Light Stand is 4-section light support with sure-twist section locks.
If you forget to tighten any section with your light mounted, the light slowly descends, thanks to the air-cushioned action. This useful feature saves equipment and fingers from harm during busy photo sessions.
- Air Cushioned
- Protects equipment from impact damage.
- Compact Design
- Will fit easily into most location cases.
- Accepts Casters
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- Eases positioning of heavy lights
- Available as accessories
| Minimum Height | 26.75 in (68 cm) |
| Maximum Height | 8 ft (2.4 M) |
| Closed Length | 27 in (68.5 cm) |
| Footprint Diameter | 3 ft (91.4 cm) |
| Leg Tip | 20mm |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs (1 kg) |
| Maximum Load | 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) |
| Attachment Size | 5/8 in stud with 1/4"-20 in threaded tip |
| Accepts Wheels | Yes |
| Air Cushioned | Yes |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 198 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (161)
- Easy to set up (114)
- Reliable (103)
- Consistent (67)
- Easy to setup (29)
Cons
- Unreliable (5)
- Short lifespan (3)
Best Uses
- Photography (107)
- Portraits (107)
- Artificial lighting (92)
- Strobe lighting (68)
- Weddings (38)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (158), Yes (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (59), Photo enthusiast (41), Pro photographer (41), Casual photographer (15), Semi-professional (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
Solid light stand. Great value.
I bought this light stand for my boyfriend as a Christmas gift. He is a photographer who already had one light stand and 2 umbrellas. Before Christmas he mentioned to me that it would ...Read complete review
I bought this light stand for my boyfriend as a Christmas gift. He is a photographer who already had one light stand and 2 umbrellas. Before Christmas he mentioned to me that it would be really useful to have a second light stand that is sturdy and roughly 7-8 ft tall. I did some research on [...] reviews and ended up purchasing this particular model. When my boyfriend opened the package, I realized just how easy the light stand was to erect/assemble. He smiled and explained to his family what it was and what he intended to use it for. I explained that someone had recommended using sandbags to stabilize the stand when using it outdoors. But unless it was a windy day, the legs are so sturdy and slide into locked position so nicely, that it's hard to imagine needing the sandbags! Overall, I think it was a great bargain for a great light stand.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Don't Expect much
This stand is about what I expected for the price. I will only use this for small lights (anything smaller than a 1K). The construction is aluminum, with cheap plastic knobs. The ...Read complete review
This stand is about what I expected for the price. I will only use this for small lights (anything smaller than a 1K). The construction is aluminum, with cheap plastic knobs. The supposed 5/8" baby pin on top seemed small so my light when mounted had a little play. Make sure you bag this one, the floor spread isn't very big. Overall a very cheap stand that will work with small lights.
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Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
- Short Lifespan
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
It's flimsy, it can't hold much, it'll probably fall apart after heavy use and it's [$]. It is perfect for the price. If you need something cheap to support other equipment or hold a flag, this is it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I use this product for photography and video related work. It holds my Lowel pro i-light. It works well for that. I haven't had any problems with it after 5 months of semi-regular use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
got these to mount off camera strobes, and I couldn't be happier with them...
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Two of these were purchased to hold Photogenic monolights. They are sturdy, easy to erect.
On the negative side, the air part seems noticeable when folding the stands up for storage.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I use this product with a constant light source and umbrella. It is perfect for strobist type lighting or lightweight strobes. The build is nice except for knobs to loosen and tighten the legs needs to be screwed in a lot to keep the legs stable. I would buy it again for the value. There are better light stands available, but for more than double the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
The Impact 8 foot Light Stand is light weight, easy to set up, compact & the sections lock securely with little pressure. The top has both a 1/4 inch thread & a standard 5/8" stud below it with a plastic protector for the threads. Air cushion design keeps stand from dropping too quickly if you loosen a section & are not holding the top.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I really like the Impact 8 ft lightstand. It is easy to open & the sections lock securely with little pressure. I like the top also. It has a 1/4' threaded tip on top of a standard 5/8" stud that some larger lights use. There is a plastic screw cap to protect the threads. My slaves have 1/4 inch threaded holes in the bottom so I can attach them directly to the stand without any accessories. My Impact adjustable shoe umbrella bracket can attach either to the 1/4 inch threaded top or to the 5/8" stud. The stand folds up compact. Because it is so light I feel that it would be a good idea to use sand bags on the leg struts for heavy lights (which Impact recomends with their umbrella bracket. They sell two kinds).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Impact adjustable shoe umbrella bracket
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Seems well made.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Inside only
Best Uses
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Very sturdy, up to 8ft and good when matched with a good umbrella bracket.
But if you want to use it outside you will need a sandbag.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Weddings
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I have tested this out at home but not in the field yet. So far it seems to be great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Saved my hand from another bloody experience!!! The air-cushioning system is awesome. Every kit should have one of these.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Easy to use. Sturdy and does the job great Love it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
- Weight sensitive
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Interview set ups
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
Very cost effective and very low weight. Those are the reasons I jumped onto these units. Used them for the 1st time and no worries.
Today used them with 1lb 500 watt set ups no problem. I would resist much above 3 lbs unless you are using bags to stabilize the triangular base. These are pretty light duty but for a run and gun type of operation really are great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
For the price I thought I was buying a cheap light stand, but since I'm not a pro I was ok with that. However, when it arrived I was surprised to find that this light stand is great. It's durable and built well. I'm actually going to buy 2 more now.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
amazing stand, love it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I bought 2 of these 8' Impact stands as part of the Impact VA902 light kit, which consists of the 2 stands, 2 heads, 6 CF bulbs and 2 diffusers. The stands' air-cushion feature works well and prevents my fingers from getting pinched when lowering the sections of the stands. I can use the stands set up on the floor, or set them on a table top with the stand sections all in their lowered position. The tightening knobs on the leg sections work well, but there is a slight amount of play in the heads relative to where they attached to the stand, even when the knob is tightened hard. This is not at all a problem, however. The stand and legs collapse and fold up easily. These are great value stands for light-duty in-house product shots; they're not pro-grade, but in no way is it flimsy. I am very pleased with them.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Canon 5D Mark ii
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
- Weddings
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I have three of these and they are great. They're durable and the air-cushioned actually works unlike some cheap stands I've had before.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
I probably won't use this very often, but it seems sturdy enough for my purposes, and the price is right. I would probably make a larger investment if I were using a light stand on a daily/frequent basis.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
This is the second of these stands that I own. For the size and weight this is a wonderful boom stand. Packs up relatively small; resonably sturdy. The only issue is that you really need a good counterweight to keep the stand from falling over when you have anything attached to the boom.
For a small studio, it's perfect. It probably the best lightweight stand I have.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Artificial Lighting
- Photography
- Portraits
- Strobe Lighting
Comments about Impact Air-cushioned Light Stand (Black, 8'):
These stands do their job. Not over impressed by the "air cushion", but for the height and price, they are hard to beat.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Grip Heads & Booms
- Price: $18.00
Casters
- Price: $28.95
Attachment Brackets
- Price: $24.95
Bags & Cases
- Price: $41.95
Sandbags
- Price: $19.95
What's in the Box
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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