The black Heavy-Duty 13' Adjustable Background Crossbar from Impact is a 3-section telescoping crossbar that adjusts from 58 to 156". It securely holds a 13' roll of seamless paper or smaller cored roll, or any 12' muslin background (adjustable pole maximum width for fabric is 156"). It fits on top of two stands with 5/8" studs. Two thumb screws secure the crossbar onto the 5/8" studs.

Expands from 58 to 156"    Sturdy and Thick Aluminum Tubing    5/8" Receivers    Thumbscrews Included

Anodized aluminum construction

The crossbar adjusts from 58 to 156". The telescoping sections let you adjust the length of your crossbar to any paper or fabric background within those lengths. You can adjust to the precise length to fit irregular background sizes, so your background doesn't have side-to-side play.

The three non-locking telescoping sections won't jam or stick so you can easily adjust the length of the crossbar to different sized widths.

A 9' roll of seamless paper is a heavy weight for the crossbar, and if the crossbar isn't strong enough, the crossbar, and the roll, can sag and cause your paper background to crinkle. The heavy-duty tubing prevents the paper roll's core from sagging, so your paper background will stay flat and pristine.

The included locking T-screws on both ends of the crossbar ensure that your background is securely anchored to your light stands.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do the end receptacles rotate freely when the pole is extended and locked?

A: Yes. Receptacles rotate freely.

Q: 2. Can the horizontal pole handle a 55 pound paper roller? What's the capacity weight limit?

A: According to the manufacturer, the Manfrotto Solo Heavy Duty Background Support System (13') does not have a listed maximum load capacity. However, they did state that as the background support system can support a 13-foot vinyl background, it should also be able to support a 13-foot roll of seamless paper.

Q: 3. Does the sections rotate to lock at your desired length?

A: No, the Impact Heavy-Duty 13' adjustable background crossbar does not offer twist locks.

Q: 4. Can this be attached to a varipole system?

A: You can use a pair of superclamps https://bhpho.to/2OAEX6t to attach that crossbar to Varipoles.

Q: 5. Is there a stand in the box

A: The Lastolite Chroma Key Blue Cover listed here is just the background fabric which fits the 13' frame. The frame is not included. If you are interested in a frame and fabric combination, check out the the Lastolite Panoramic Background Kit listed under the "accessory" tab.

Q: 6. Will this fit on the Manfrotto Alu Master Air-Cushioned Stand (Black, 12')?

A: The Savage 4-Section Crossbar for Select Background Stands (12') will not fit directly onto the Manfrotto Alu Master Air-Cushioned Stand (Black, 12'). It can work if you add B&H # IMME132 (https://bhpho.to/2Wi2I8F).

Q: 7. Do the thumbscrews fit into the holes on the Impact U-Hooks?

A: This bar was not designed for use with U hooks. It is designed to be used with the baby pins on a standard light stand.

Q: 8. I understand the diameter measurement is not included in the product specs. It's possible I may be threading the crossbar through sewn material for some shoots, rather than feeding through a cardboard roll. I there an owner who can measure the diameter and respond, please? Thanks!

A: The following unit measure a 1 1/2.

Q: 9. will this work in custom widths (7.5') to fit in a home studio?

A: This bar is telescopic so it can be used at any length between 45" and 118".

Q: 10. How long is it fully collapsed (for storage or transport)?

A: the crossbar collapsed is 45"