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Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds (106.3")

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Impact
Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds (106.3")
Key Features
  • Fits Varidrive and Manfrotto Expan Drive
  • Part of Varipole System
  • Holds up to 86" Wide Savage Rolls
The Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds from Impact is a 106.3" long cross pole meant to hold paper or fabric background rolls that do not have cores. The pole is constructed of lightweight aluminum and comes in two pieces which are easily assembled. The pole is specifically designed to be used with the Varidrive or Manfrotto Expan Drive background rolling systems, but can also be placed across two Varipoles to hang lights or grip equipment. To utilize with the background rolling systems, simply insert the pole into the roll of paper or fabric and insert the expandable cores of the Varidrive or Manfrotto Expan Drive into both ends of the cross pole.
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Impact VPC-5 Overview

The Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds from Impact is a 106.3" long cross pole meant to hold paper or fabric background rolls that do not have cores. The pole is constructed of lightweight aluminum and comes in two pieces which are easily assembled. The pole is specifically designed to be used with the Varidrive or Manfrotto Expan Drive background rolling systems, but can also be placed across two Varipoles to hang lights or grip equipment. To utilize with the background rolling systems, simply insert the pole into the roll of paper or fabric and insert the expandable cores of the Varidrive or Manfrotto Expan Drive into both ends of the cross pole.

Designed to fit Impact Varidrive System or Manfrotto Expan Drive System.
Lightweight aluminum construction
Brushed aluminum silver finish
UPC: 847628016873

Impact VPC-5 Specs

Connector 1
1 x Hollow Female
Connector 2
1 x Hollow Female
Physical
Material of Construction
Aluminum
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
56 x 5 x 2.5"

Impact VPC-5 Reviews

Works on canvas drops as well

By Barry
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-18

I started out using pvc pipe but they bowed under the weight. Bought these to replace the pvc pipes and no more bends.

Sturdy

By Tod
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-25

This came in two halves. The connector is solid and works well. There is very little movement once it is together. I wish it came sized exactly to my needs but it didn't. I wrapped gaffer tape around the end to make a snug fit in the cardboard core of the Savage paper backdrop.

Well made & Functional

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-29

I ordered three of these to help some warped backdrop paper rolls that have been mounted for a while. I assembled them with the included allen wrench and inserted them into the cardboard core of the backdrop there is some space between the two which I fixed from a suggestion from another review. I cut some strips of rubber drawer liner and pushed them into the gap between the metal tube and the cardboard tube to create some grip so they would turn without slipping. the rolls of background paper now turn smoothly. it didn't eliminate the warp but it allows them to turn very smoothly. I think that installing them at the start of a new roll would keep them from warping.

I am so glad I got them

By Hilde
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-14

They work great with the Varipole set-up to include all kinds of backgrounds.

Works great!

By Trevor
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-24

I bought three sets of these, to hang two 86 backdrops and one 107. The poles work great for the 86 rolls, but I wish they were just another inch or so longer, so that they spanned the full width of the 107 roll. As others have noted, you'll need some padding to stop the rolls from spinning on the poles, but other than that, these did the trick.

Works great

By Diane
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-20

Does the job!

1 for every backdrop

By Kenny
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-05

Love these! Have 5 of them so far. 1 for each drop. Would probably buy more in the future. Def recommend.

Great addition to the Wall Mounting Kit

By Heidi
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-27

Ideal solution for canvas backgrounds and cored seamless paper shorter than 9'.

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Is anyone using this to hang 53" seamless? I'm ...

Is anyone using this to hang 53" seamless? I'm assuming it would require using only one of the poles? If that is the case can each part of the pole be used for two separate 53" seamless paper rolls?
Asked by: Ricardo
What would be the best size for the post to be complete it fit it for the background drop
Answered by: franklin
Date published: 2021-10-06

Can you put this inside of 107" Savage rolls that ...

Can you put this inside of 107" Savage rolls that already have cores, to prevent sagging?
Asked by: Kaleb
Yes, the Impact Cross Pole will adapt nicely to the savage 107 paper.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2023-03-17

question

Anyone knows what the accurate assembled length is? 9ft or 2.7m, because 9ft is 2.75m
Asked by: zhimin w.
It is 8'-10.5 long. = 106.5 long.
Answered by: Robert B.
Date published: 2022-12-13

Do I have to replace the card board from inside ...

Do I have to replace the card board from inside the roll?
Asked by: Kaylee
The Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds (106.3") is really made for uncored material. The cardboard core in Seamless paper will fit the pole but it can slide around.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2023-03-22

question

Did anyone else have an issue with the pole not being wide enough in diameter? I'm unable to fit my Drive sets into it making it really hard to use!
Asked by: Amy L.
There is a very simple solution to this problem. Are you familiar with the "anti-skid" material that's used under rugs? It's that rubbery grid material you put between the floor and the bottom of the rug to keep people from slipping. Anyway, I got some 2" double stick tape and applied 2-3 one foot strips on each end of the pole and wrapped the anti-skid material around each end. Having the anti-skid between the pole and the inside of the tube keeps is from slipping.
Answered by: Christopher
Date published: 2022-03-06

question

Where can i get muslin that is 100 to 106 wide, so it is not too wide for the 106 pole?
Asked by: Robert
This pole is used with a fabric that is exactly the same width along with a Impact Wall Mounting Kit for Holding Three Seamless Backdrops B&H # IMVPDH3WK to allow the background to be pulled up or down easily. As for fabric backgrounds within that size, you can find those here: https://bhpho.to/2G8iTtC
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric ...

Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds (106.3")...how is the collapsed size?
Asked by: Richard
Impact Cross Pole for Uncored Paper or Fabric Backgrounds is about 56" when broken down in it's box.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2022-09-12

How long will the background drop be

How long will the background drop be
Asked by: franklin
As long as your ceiling will allow.
Answered by: Cosimo
Date published: 2021-10-07
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