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Smith-Victor KT500U 2-Light 500 Watt Thrifty Basic Umbrella Kit (120V)

BH #SMKT500 • MFR #401430
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Smith-Victor KT500U 2-Light 500 Watt Thrifty Basic Umbrella Kit (120V)
Key Features
  • 250W Max. Each Light: Total 500W
The KT500U 2-Light 500 Watt Thrifty Basic Umbrella Kit (120V) is built around 2 standard Adapta-Lights which feature medium screw base phenolic sockets, 10' 2-wire cords and 5/8" stand mount. The reflectors are hand-spun and chemically etched to maximize light output. The exteriors have a photographic black, baked-on enamel finish. Two 32" white umbrellas are included for softer lighting effects.
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Smith-Victor KT500U 2-Light Thrifty Basic Kit Overview

The KT500U 2-Light 500 Watt Thrifty Basic Umbrella Kit (120V) is built around 2 standard Adapta-Lights which feature medium screw base phenolic sockets, 10' 2-wire cords and 5/8" stand mount. The reflectors are hand-spun and chemically etched to maximize light output. The exteriors have a photographic black, baked-on enamel finish. Two 32" white umbrellas are included for softer lighting effects.

Even spread
Produces an even 50-degree beam angle
Reflector
The reflectors are made of heavy-grade aluminum and are hand-spun and chemically etched to maximize the light output
New knob
A new, comfortable, easy-to-tighten angle adjustment knob
UPC: 037733001745

Smith-Victor KT500U 2-Light Thrifty Basic Kit Specs

Key Specs
Bulb Type
1x E26/E27
Max Bulb Wattage
250 W
Umbrella Mount
Yes
Input Power
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Mounting
5/8" Receiver
Light Fixture
Bulb Type
1x E26/E27
Max Bulb Wattage
250 W
Built-In Dimmer
No
Umbrella Mount
Yes
General
Input Power
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Mounting
5/8" Receiver
Inline Switch
No
Material
Aluminum
Packaging Info
Package Weight
17 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
26.5 x 12.5 x 10.7"

Smith-Victor KT500U 2-Light Thrifty Basic Kit Reviews

The Stands Are Not Worth It

By David
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2017-11-01

So I bought this kit. Everything was going well, until one of my stands knobs stripped. I didn't think much of it, returned it and got a better stand in return. Few weeks later another knob on the other stand stripped and it's too late to return... everything else about the kit is fine. The stands are just poor quality and don't last long. Now i'm in need for another light stand. For the money you get what you pay for I guess, the electrical chords are also pretty sketchy and cheaply made. but this kit has brought me a long way. Still leaves me looking for a better set up though

Smith_Victor 2 Light 500W Umbrella Kit

By Aquatintman
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2014-12-14

I am an artist and I use these lights to photograph my art work. I have an old set of similar lights and bought these to replace the old ones. The phenolic socket cracked and broke on one of them and the wiring was starting to get exposed on the other.This set was not as well made as my first set. The clamp did not fit well onto the globe due to the shape of the neck of the globe. It will still work and do the job but it will be weak and I expect better fit in order to hold the globe well.

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Can this kit be used with fluorescent lights?
Asked by: Vicky R.
I am not really sure whether they can or not. Even though I have used this equipment in my studio which is lit by fluorescent lights at night, I think I have only used the lamps you provided with the equipment, with the fluorescents off.The problem with fluorescence is that if the person is photographing paintings or drawings or photographs the whites can appear red or blue depending on the exposure/background/etc. So, I would use the photo bulbs and try them with both the lights on and off and see whether the whites are truly white or some other color.Usually, you cannot photograph well under fluorescent light.
Answered by: ROSALIND W.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

What is the color temperature of these lights?
Asked by: Adam
I think the bulbs that come with the kit are pretty warm - 3500K or so. But you can use other bulbs too - daylight (5000K) incandescent or even CF for lower light use.
Answered by: Charles B.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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