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Impact Varidrive Set with Metal Chain (Black)

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Impact Varidrive Set with Metal Chain (Black)
Key Features
  • Easily Raise / Lower Seamless Paper Roll
  • Black Metal Chain
  • Roll Weight Capacity: 42 lb
  • Expandable Cores Fit Multiple Roll Sizes
This Varidrive Set with Metal Chain in black from Impact makes it easy to raise and lower seamless background paper rolls. The set includes expandable Varidrive cores that grip the paper roll's interior core tube and allow a background to be raised or lowered with a simple pull of the chain. For ease of operating multiple backgrounds, this Varidrive set includes a black metal chain, drive sets with gray, silver, and red chains are also available. Built with features like a large-tooth gear wheel and flat metal chain, the Varidrive set is easy to install and can be used with paper rolls up to 12' wide and weighing up to 42 pounds.
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Impact Varidrive Overview

This Varidrive Set with Metal Chain in black from Impact makes it easy to raise and lower seamless background paper rolls. The set includes expandable Varidrive cores that grip the paper roll's interior core tube and allow a background to be raised or lowered with a simple pull of the chain. For ease of operating multiple backgrounds, this Varidrive set includes a black metal chain, drive sets with gray, silver, and red chains are also available. Built with features like a large-tooth gear wheel and flat metal chain, the Varidrive set is easy to install and can be used with paper rolls up to 12' wide and weighing up to 42 pounds.

The Varidrive set can be suspended from a variety of accessory hooks. Use Impact VariPoles and Triple Background Hooks with Super Clamps to suspend backgrounds in areas with extremely tall ceilings. The Varidrive set may also be used with Impact's separately available Cross Pole to expand compatibility with uncored paper rolls and fabric backgrounds.

  • Holds background paper with cores measuring up to 12' wide and weighing up to 42 lbs
  • Chain drive can be placed on left or right side of paper roll
  • Allows rapid deployment of background paper in a studio
  • Multiple rolls can be mounted on a background support system using multiple Varidrive sets
  • Multiple chain colors available for identifying individual rolls
  • Two expandable cores adjust to fit tightly inside the paper roll
  • Set includes black chain and chain weight
UPC: 847628577848

Impact Varidrive Specs

General
Compatibility
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Physical
Mounting
Side: 2x Expanding Core
Side: 2x Internal Slot Mount
Side: 1x External Slot Mount
Side: 1x Chain Drive Gear
Load Capacity
42 lb / 19.1 kg
Color
Black
Material of Construction
ABS Plastic, Metal
Weight
2.7 lb / 1.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.86 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1 x 6.3 x 3.2"

Impact Varidrive Reviews

Sweet backdrop system!

By Jeff
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-10-08

As a person running a website for my own small business, I needed a way to take nice product images. This backdrop system fits the bill perfectly! I needed a white background sometimes and a gray background other times. These backgrounds mount easily and are a breeze to use. I have a third position available for future needs. The only thing I would’ve preferred is an easier method of shortening the chains. The chains appear to be sized for being mounted high on a wall,but I was using a countertop. I used pliers to remove links, and now it’s sized perfectly for my counter! A great system!

First time using mount kit, so far so good

By Brian
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-07

I've always went the route of using c-stands + cross bar, so this is first time using wall mount kit. Seems nice so far. Was very pricey. Think I'll need to spend more time with it. Definitely quality materials being used here. The expandable cores are nice and well made to hold onto the paper roll. My only issues are the chain drives seem tight to pull the cores, might be user error -- or how I have leverage. I'm chalking this one up to a me thing. And the screws sent, I was trying to screw directly into some overhead studs, and even tho I pre drilled, the screws it came with, although seeming heavy duty seemed to strip pretty easily. I replaced with some Torx screws and a pretty minor problem. So far happy with this kit, albeit expensive for what it is.

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What is the minimum and maximum inside core ...

What is the minimum and maximum inside core diameter that works with this product?
Asked by: Doug
The minimum core would be about 1 3/4 inches for the Impact Varidrive Set with Metal Chain (Black), and the max would be about 2 7/8 inches.
Answered by: Davis H
Date published: 2025-10-16

I own 2 of these. One of them the tension on the ...

I own 2 of these. One of them the tension on the chain to unroll is very tight--I have to pull hard to bring the paper down. On my other one, the tension is so loose it doesn't want to stop unrolling. This makes me believe that there is a way to adjust the tension but I can't figure it out. To be clear, the entire roll and chain/gear/pulley keep unrolling, it's not just the paper tube not being tightly attached to the rods. How do you adjust?
Asked by: James
The side that doesn’t have the chain, there is a knob that loosens and tightens. It’s where the bracket mounts on the arm.
Answered by: Rocco
Date published: 2020-10-04

Is this works with savage port A stand?

Is this works with savage port A stand?
Asked by: Safwan
I think it would be awkward at best. These work best on a bracket anchored to the wall. That said, if you mounted the bracket to the stands it could conceivably work, but it'd be wobbly
Answered by: Roy
Date published: 2020-06-25

question

I have this system I use for 2- 9 ft paper rolls and it worked fine for awhile but now when I move the chains it isnt catching the rolls and unwinding as it should. I have tried taking it off and reinstalling and tightening and everything. any ideas on what could be the problem?
Asked by: Amy
There is a tension control on the drive without the chain to control how loose or how tight the drive will move. If this does not correct the issue, I would recommend speaking with the manufacturer by calling 212-594-2120.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2020-04-30

If I want to connect the wall mounting kit to ...

If I want to connect the wall mounting kit to varipoles and clamps what extra hardware do I need to get or is it included?
Asked by: Jonathan
This should work but has not been tested on the Impact Wall Mounting Kit with Metal Chain for Roll Paper, https://bhpho.to/3VAO7ky and two of, https://bhpho.to/3UBq97s .
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2022-12-06

question

is there a double system available?
Asked by: Edward G.
Unfortunately, there is no double system available for this type of product.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-26

How far out from the wall is the closest roll?

How far out from the wall is the closest roll?
Asked by: Don
its about 4" long
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-02-23

question

I like this design style but it is too weak. Is there any company that makes this exact thing except out of metal? I have had multiple mounts like this but they have all broke. I need something stronger (with a metal chain)
Asked by: Andrew O.
I have at least 15 sets and never once had an issue that wasn't operator error.
Answered by: NORMAN B.
Date published: 2025-12-02
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