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Manfrotto 003 Backlight Stand Base with Spigot (Black, 3.5")

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Manfrotto 003 Backlight Stand Base with Spigot (Black, 3.5")
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Does this base fold up similar to the Impact ...

Does this base fold up similar to the Impact base.?
Asked by: Geoffrey
Yes, and I actually like this stand better than the Impact base (despite the price difference). This one seems more sturdy than the Impact version in my opinion.
Answered by: Island
Date published: 2020-01-02

Does this base have incorporated detents (i.e., ...

Does this base have incorporated detents (i.e., stop(s)) to stabilize the legs when opened into a symmetrical (working) postion?
Asked by: Bruce
No.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-02-23

If I have a large light (like a 300d or a 120d) ...

If I have a large light (like a 300d or a 120d) and I need it very close to the ground is there any reason I couldn't just put the light directly into this base?
Asked by: Drew
It will work with the correct pin. I'd definitely sandbag it as it can be tippy with a large light like the 300D.
Answered by: Jonathan
Date published: 2021-01-14

How sturdy is this item compared to the Kupo ...

How sturdy is this item compared to the Kupo KS302011 universal floor stand? Does it hold items solidly / steadily or do they wobble around?
Asked by: Sarah
The Manfrotto backlight stand is rock steady! I have no experience with the Kupo item.
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2021-10-06

Could this be used as the base of a table where ...

Could this be used as the base of a table where the top surface measures 36" x 16", a 20" tall double riser column (extended to 30") serves as the leg, and the entire load weighs about 15 lbs? Or would this idea be complete madness?
Asked by: Sarah
Hard to imagine it being stable enough...
Answered by: Tim
Date published: 2021-10-06
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