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Impact Varidrive with Black Chain

BH #IMVPDDSBK • MFR #VPD-DSBK
 94 reviews
Impact
Impact Varidrive with Black Chain
Key Features
  • Holds Seamless Paper Rolls
  • Easy Raising and Lowering of Rolls
  • Expandable Cores for Different Rolls
  • Chain Length: 13'
Part of the Varidrive system for easy raising and lowering of seamless paper, the Varidrive with Black Chain from Impact has adjustable inserts that tightly grip each side of the various sized seamless paper rolls. The Varidrive is then inserted into hooks like the Impact ME-122, ME-123 or the triple hook VPD-H3W. With the exception of ME-122 which fits in a Super Clamp, the other hook sets are bolted onto the wall.
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Impact VPD-DSBK Overview

Part of the Varidrive system for easy raising and lowering of seamless paper, the Varidrive with Black Chain from Impact has adjustable inserts that tightly grip each side of the various sized seamless paper rolls. The Varidrive is then inserted into hooks like the Impact ME-122, ME-123 or the triple hook VPD-H3W. With the exception of ME-122 which fits in a Super Clamp, the other hook sets are bolted onto the wall.

You can load three rolls for example, onto the VPD-H3W. Each roll requires another Varidrive kit. You can purchase color-coded units to clearly identify which roll you're raising and lowering. The Varidrive can handle seamless rolls measuring up to 9' wide and weighing up to 22 lb. To strengthen large coreless rolls and prevent bowing, Cross Poles (VPC-5) are available from Impact.

Holds background paper with cores
Chain drive can be placed on left or right side of paper
Allows rapid deployment of background paper while working in a studio; eliminates having to clip or tape paper to a wall or ceiling
Multiple rolls can be mounted on an optional background support system using multiple Varidrive sets
Each set includes two expandable cores (left/right), chain and weight
UPC: 847628031197

Impact VPD-DSBK Specs

Material of Construction
ABS polymer
Clamp Range
1.8 - 3" (46-78 mm)
Load Capacity
22 lb (10 kg)
Finish
Black
Dimensions
Chain Length: 13' (4 m)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.45 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.7 x 5.3 x 3.4"

Impact VPD-DSBK Reviews

Nice product

By Gary
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-02

Good product to be used with a well thought out system. I wish the chain was metal but is seems sturdy enough for what I need it for.

The plastic chain with this product is not good

By Michael
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-04

the plastic chain is terrible - it comes apart when used - perhaps it is the hot weather here in the Caribbean. Anyway, I am having to order 2 replacements - there should be better quality control - The rollers are fine - I just hope that the new chain will fit them properly

chain keeps breaking

By Richphoto
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-05

Not sure why but the black chain is brittle and keeps breaking, the red and grey chains are fine. Broke 6 links trying to connect it.

Perfect for the studio

By Michael
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-10

I bought this to replace a Varidrive I broke at a friend's studio. (The Varidrive is well made. It was definitely my fault the piece broke.) The plastic chain works but it's clunkier than a metal chain. Otherwise, this works well.

Disappointing.

By Shannon W
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-02

I've broken 3 of these chains already; they're flimsy, and unless your tension in the paper roll is dialed in perfectly, it's easy to slightly overdo it when pulling, which leads to the chain snapping. To add, it's impossible to buy the change separately from the other hardware. Looking for other solutions.

Weak plastic chain

By Joshua
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-09-01

Plastic chain is a little weak. I broke 2 links already. luckily easy to repair. I also dropped my backdrop with this on it and the force bent the metal rods. I wish the instructions were more helpful. Overall works great

Works well

By Katherine
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-16

These work and keep your seamless paper from unrolling. For me, I got a local photographer experienced with similar system to help install. I suppose I could have done it myself, but much less stress to have someone who understands the details. Getting the Varipoles (sold separately) level is absolutely key, and that took a bit of time. Then, measuring the distance between the poles will depend on your seamless size. I use 85 inches in my small space. Overall, took about 90 min with an experienced photographer to help to fully install. Be sure to pull the chain slowly...very slowly. System seems sturdy, but slow is better for rolling and unrolling. And..you need to gently check the poles every so often to be sure they haven't moved or shifted.

Disappointed

By Raul
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-02

In the first use, I broke the chain.

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Asked by: Safwan
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Do these work with vinyl backdrops? I have the wall mounted hooks and 96" rolls of vinyl but have not been able to unroll them more than halfway before the entire roll's weight unravels the entire roll almost ripping it off its core. The chain links have snapped multiple times as well and just don't seem sturdy enough to work unless I have something set up incorrectly.
Asked by: Sophia
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Asked by: Alaa
Yes, the Manfrotto Background Baby Hooks work with Expan Drives and the Impact Varidrives.For safety I highly recommend using a heavy sand bag on each stand leg. When you unroll the paper background it pulls forward at the same time and you need the weight to help prevent it from falling over.
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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