The Raya Octa Fluorescent 7-Socket Fixture 2-Light Softbox Kit was put together by B&H to provide a soft, multiuse, continuous lighting setup with enough power and coverage for single subjects as well as large groups and sets. The kit is comprised of two 7-socket fixtures with 32W spiral fluorescent lamps, two 27" Octa softboxes, and an air-cushioned 9.5" light stand for each light.
The two Octa 7-socket units have dual rocker switches on their back panels, each of which controls on/off function for three or four lamps allowing the creation of a light ratio. The Octas have multi-voltage power supplies for worldwide use (with optional adapter plug) and a standard 5/8" receiver for light stands and accessories.
The included 32" softboxes feature highly reflective, pebbled interiors and removable front faces that attach with simple touch fasteners. They also have detachable interior clip-on diffusers for softer light if desired. In use, the Octas render the signature wraparound look that the modifiers' shape is well known for, as well as natural circular catchlights in your subject's eyes. The light sources are supported by the included air-cushioned stands that gently lower the lights, preventing damage to the fixture when adjusting their height.
The OC-OF7 Octa Fluorescent 7 Socket Fixture from Raya is a 7 Edison socket base that accepts up to seven 50W CFL fluorescents with a combined wattage of 350W. Individual socket rating is 105 watts.
The OC-OF7's back panel has dual rocker switches, each of which control on/off function for 3 or 4 lamps allowing the creation of a light ratio. The Octa OC-OF7 has a multi-voltage power supply for worldwide use (with optional adapter plug) and has a standard 5/8" receiver for light stands and accessories. The OC-OF7 can also be combined with the optional Raya OC-OSB80 32" Octa Softbox, which has been custom designed to modify the light output of this fixture.
The 32" OC-OSB80 Octa Softbox from Raya is an 8-sided light modifier supported by aluminum flexrods which are attached to the separately purchased Octa Fluorescent 7 fixture.
The softbox features a highly reflective pebbled interior and a removable front face that attaches with simple touch-fasteners. It also has a detachable interior clip-on diffuser for additional soft light if desired. In use, it renders the signature wrap-around look that the modifier's shape is well known for, as well as natural circular catch-lights in your subjects eyes. This softbox is made to be used with the OC-OF7 Fluorescent 7 fixture and fluorescent lamps only.
This Impact Heavy-Duty Air-Cushioned Light Stand is a black anodized aluminum support that rises to a height of 9.5' and folds down to 42" for storage and transport. The stand will handle up to 22 lb and is topped with a removable 5/8" spigot with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads. It has a wide footprint of 52" for greater stability. Air cushioning gently lowers the light when making height adjustments to protect equipment and fingers.
The SF-32-120 Impact Spiral Fluorescent Lamp is a 32W/120V E26 medium screw-base lamp that fits Impact fixtures such as the Octacool and VA902 as well as many other lamp head brands. The lamp is daylight color balanced and has an average lamp life of 10,000 hours.