Has a uniquely designed hook moulded into the clamp which keeps the clamp on the pipe even with a light fixture attached, while the bolt is being tightened. Terminates in a 5/8" pin and has a safety chain and cotter pin attached.
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Matthews Baby Pipe Clamp Reviews
Matthews-- as expected
By Dave
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-08-13
Works like it should..
Good Clamp
By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2015-10-22
Works well and holds the light securely in place. The knob that allows the baby pin to rotate is a good feature since the lights I am using this with have much smaller screws. Some others have that feature, but require tools to adjust it. Fits a 2 pipe (or slightly larger) for those who have the same question I did.
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Do you think this will grip tightly to 3/4" black ...
Do you think this will grip tightly to 3/4" black pipe, or too big?
I'd likely use a Cardellini clamp to secure a light to a 3/4" OD black iron pipe. If the head is small like a ARRI 150 or 300, a Lowell clamp would work. If all you have is a standard baby pipeclamp and you need it to bite a smallish pipe you can place a small hardwood block between the pipe and the bolt, and then tighten your bolt. For this to work safely the pipe must settle into one of the corners of the clamp. Be sure to use a wire safety to connect the pipe to the yoke of the instrument in case the bite fails.
Date published: 2021-03-09
I want to hang my Paul C Buff Einstein lights ...
I want to hang my Paul C Buff Einstein lights from the ceiling from mounted pipes. Will this do the job?
Yes, a Baby Pipe Clamp will do the job, but we recommend you consider the Baby Grid Clamp as a tool-less option. Both are great support options, but the Baby Grid Clamp is a bit more user friendly.
Date published: 2021-12-29
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I plan to secure lights to the metal roof truss in the studio. Is this clamp appropriate for this application?
I have an upside down T style roof truss and these clamps work very well and are also secure for hanging heaving lighting. You just want to make sure the bolt is tight against the truss and locked in, and it will work like a charm.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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we are building the pipe grid now but i need to give the pipe dimensions to the architects....what size pipe is best?
We used 2 aluminum pipe, which has served quite well. The pipe wall is thick, at least 1/4 , probably 3/8 , to resist deformation from tightening the clamp. The outside surface is not smooth, but has longitudinal ridges, which helps prevent slippage. A local machine shop supplied the pipe and built 4 grids for us.
Date published: 2018-08-27