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Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain

BH #MA046MCG • MFR #046MCG
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Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain
Key Features
  • Drive Set Supports 1 Roll of Paper
The Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain allows easy raising and lowering of rolls of background paper without lowering the support stands. The system uses two expandable technopolymer inserts to support a single roll of seamless paper. Tightening each side expands the drive inserts from 1.8" to 3" to grip the roll solidly from the inside. One side has a large toothed gear to which a metal link chain affixes, permitting convenient raising and lowering of the background paper roll. The other side has an adjustable tension drag.
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Manfrotto Expan Overview

The Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain allows easy raising and lowering of rolls of background paper without lowering the support stands. The system uses two expandable technopolymer inserts to support a single roll of seamless paper. Tightening each side expands the drive inserts from 1.8" to 3" to grip the roll solidly from the inside. One side has a large toothed gear to which a metal link chain affixes, permitting convenient raising and lowering of the background paper roll. The other side has an adjustable tension drag.

UPC: 719821359128

Manfrotto Expan Specs

Construction
Technopolymer, aluminum alloy
Load Capacity
22.05 lb (10 kg)
Compatibility
Tubes up to 3.07" (80 mm)
Adjustments
Drives expandable from 1.8-3.0" (46-78 mm)
Weight
4.45 lb (2.0 kg)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.21 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1 x 5.3 x 3.25"

Manfrotto Expan Reviews

Metal Chain

By William M.
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-29

Price point was good....Expan Drive is great, metal chain is a pain..... Will replace with plastic at some point....

I was concerned but

By Tamara
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-23

after finding a video to see how easy it was to install, I did it in no time at all!! Love this thing!

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What is the load capacity of this drive set?

What is the load capacity of this drive set?
Asked by: DANIEL G
Are you sure about the load capacity of the Manfrotto Drive Set - the Impact Varidrive is advertised as: The Varidrive can handle seamless rolls measuring up to 12' wide and weighing up to 42 lb.
Answered by: DANIEL G
Date published: 2021-11-29

How does this compare to the impact driveset? Any ...

How does this compare to the impact driveset? Any advantages?
Asked by: Prabhu
The Impact Varidrive Set with Metal Chain and the Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain work the same way. The build quality and ease of use experience are extremely similar.
Answered by: Edgar M
Date published: 2026-01-25

Is there a limit in length to the number of feet ...

Is there a limit in length to the number of feet of background material that you can unwind and wind up?
Asked by: DANIEL G
No, the chain is a loop and you can wind as much as you want
Answered by: Patrick
Date published: 2021-10-29

How many comes with this set

How many comes with this set
Asked by: Anonymous
Enough to hold one paper roll. That means you get a pair of roll inserts. One with the gear and chain and one without
Answered by: Bob
Date published: 2022-04-26

What is the chain length?

What is the chain length?
Asked by: DANIEL G
6ft.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2021-10-29

Is the adjustable tension drag strong enough to ...

Is the adjustable tension drag strong enough to control the slow unwinding and stopping of Savage Infinity Vinyl Background (8 x 20', White) BH #SABGIV820W MFR #V01-0820?
Asked by: DANIEL G
Yes, the Manfrotto 046MCG Expan Drive Set with Gray Metal Chain are strong enough work with a roll 8x20 vinyl.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2022-01-12

How wide a seamless paper backdrop roll can this ...

How wide a seamless paper backdrop roll can this support?
Asked by: Ben
I have one holding a 140 roll 10 feet above the ground for 7 months now. No problems. I have rolled and unrolled it probably 15-20 times and its worked great every time.
Answered by: Joshua
Date published: 2022-09-05

Can this drive be set up on an portable stand ...

Can this drive be set up on an portable stand system with a telescopic crossbar? How does the drive connect to this type of system? Would any other parts be required?
Asked by: Andrea
This drive can be used on a portable stand, but only with the Manfrotto Background Baby Hooks (Black), B&H # MA081. This would allow you to drive a paper roll up or down using the cardboard core as the connection points for the drive itself. https://bhpho.to/39tWM0R
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2020-01-02
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