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Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System (Silver)

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Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System (Silver)
Key Features
  • Complete Studio Backdrop System
  • Accepts Three Backdrops
  • Includes All Components Except Backdrop
  • Includes Three Chain Drives and Weights
The silver Deluxe Varipole Support System from Impact is a kit that provides you with a complete studio system for shooting everything from portraits to product shots. The kit includes two silver Varipoles as well as two Triple Background Hooks with Superclamps and one each of gray, black and red Chain Sets and Weights. The multi-colored chain sets will help you distinguish each of your backdrops and eliminate any mistakes when you want to change the color of the background.
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Impact Varipole Overview

The silver Deluxe Varipole Support System from Impact is a kit that provides you with a complete studio system for shooting everything from portraits to product shots. The kit includes two silver Varipoles as well as two Triple Background Hooks with Superclamps and one each of gray, black and red Chain Sets and Weights. The multi-colored chain sets will help you distinguish each of your backdrops and eliminate any mistakes when you want to change the color of the background.

The system will accommodate three user-supplied backdrops. The beauty of this system is that you'll be able to exchange the backdrops without having to dismantle the entire system to re-hang a backdrop. This saves time and makes your shooting session more cost-effective and time-efficient. It also allows you to give your client three different "looks" to the shot.

Set up is easy since the Chain Drives provide a quick way to raise and lower your backgrounds. The Varipoles grip the floor and ceiling securely. The Varidrives are placed within both ends of your background and expand to fit tightly. This entire system gives you an entire studio set up in one complete package. All the components for a home or studio background system are included. All you need supply are the backgrounds.

Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System - Silver (Pair)

The adjustable Deluxe Varipole Support System (Pair) from Impact offers two Varipoles to create a functional studio backdrop and grip system. The Varipole easily and quickly mounts between floor and ceiling providing stable support for backdrops, reflectors, lights and grip accessories. With a strong tension mechanism and locking system, the Varipole is secured by its own force of pressure between solid walls or floors and ceilings. Adjustable between 6'11" (2.1 m) and 12'1" (3.7 m), the Deluxe Varipole is capable of turning most rooms into a photo studio without damage to walls or ceilings. The Varipole is available in black powder or brushed aluminum silver finishes.

This Varipole set comes with two Varipoles of the same color at a budget-friendly price and will allow you more capability and load bearing strength. Purchase a cross-bar to hang a complex lighting set-up for portraiture or even stage lighting.

Sturdy support system for lights, backgrounds and grip accessories
Adjustable between 6'11" (2.1 m) and 12'1" (3.7 m).
Pressure mounted
Solid rubber cushions give no-slip grip and minimize marks and damage to walls, floors and ceilings.
Extension poles of 59" (1.5 m) and 78" (2 m) are available separately to increase the length of the Varipole.
UPC: 847628028784
Impact Triple Background Hooks with Super Clamps (Pair, Black)

This set of Triple Background Hooks with Two Super Clamps from Impact combines a pair of background triple hooks with two ratchet-handle super clamps to create a versatile background solution for photo and video studios. The durable metal triple hooks allow you to suspend up to three cored seamless backgrounds simultaneously. And, since each hook segment is offset to prevent the backgrounds from overlapping, adding Impact's Varidrive or other chain drive system allows you to change backgrounds without interrupting your workflow. Time once spent changing backgrounds becomes time spent creating images. Impact's heavy-duty cast alloy Super Clamps are included so you can attach the triple hooks to Impact's Varipole system or other support system uprights, allowing chain drives or crossbars to support your backgrounds.

UPC: 847628532038
Impact Varidrive with Gray Chain

Part of the Varidrive system for easy raising and lowering of seamless paper, the Varidrive with Gray 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: 847628031227
Impact Varidrive with Black Chain

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 Varidrive with Red Chain

Part of the Varidrive system for easy raising and lowering of seamless paper, the Varidrive with Red 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: 847628332010
Kit Contains:

Impact Deluxe Varipole Support System - Silver (Pair)

Maximum Load
55 lbs (25 kg)
Minimum Height
6'11" (2.1 m)
Maximum Height
12'1" (3.7 m)
Temperature Range
-20 to 140º F (-30 to 60º C)
Weight
8.9 lbs (4 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
18.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
87 x 8.5 x 4.5"

Impact Varipole Reviews

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question

What is the maximum weight capacity? Can it hold three 140 paper rolls which are 40 lbs each?
Asked by: Irene A.
The weight capacity of each pole is 55 lbs, when the weight is evenly distributed. That being said, this system is not strong enough to hold 3 rolls at 40 lbs each.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Does this system work with paper up to 107 ?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes this system can hold a seamless paper roll which is 107 wide.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2021-07-20

Would this make sense to put up before and take ...

Would this make sense to put up before and take down afterward for every photoshoot ?
Asked by: Tracey
This system is easy enough to setup, but it is more suitable for leaving up between each shoot.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2021-12-26

I'm assuming I need 2 extender poles if I have a ...

I'm assuming I need 2 extender poles if I have a ceiling that is more than 12 feet in height?
Asked by: Heidi
If you wish to use the Varipoles beyond the 12 foot maximum height, you could a Impact 59" Varipole Extension (Silver), B&H # IMVPE5S to each pole, giving you almost 5 feet more. https://bhpho.to/2uraQrM
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2020-01-24

Will the varipole work if the top of the pole is ...

Will the varipole work if the top of the pole is being pressed against a wooden crossmember in an unfinished basement?
Asked by: Tyler
Yes. I would recommend tacking a small plate if possible so the pole top has a bit more surface area.
Answered by: Joe
Date published: 2020-12-16

Has anyone used a fabric/muslin back drop? Also, ...

Has anyone used a fabric/muslin back drop? Also, if I use savage paper, does the paper roll fit into the cross bar?
Asked by: Alison
Yes. The following will adapt to both fabric and muslin back drops as well the cross bar will fit through the center core of the paper roll.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2021-12-23

What is the min diameter of the Varidrives?

What is the min diameter of the Varidrives?
Asked by: Michael
It is not specified, it is designed to be used with paper rolls https://bhpho.to/2ZDvFuM and aluminium cores https://bhpho.to/2ZkgNSU.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2019-12-23

I am confused, one feedback states pole can be on ...

I am confused, one feedback states pole can be on a tilted ceiling, other states it cannot. I have a titled ceiling any hope for this for my studio?
Asked by: Sheryll
No, the rubber pads sit perpendicular the rod and cannot swivel
Answered by: GUSTAVE
Date published: 2022-01-08
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