The Kupo Master C-Stand with Turtle Base 20" Silverfrom Kupo Master C-Stand with Turtle Base 20" Silveris a 20" Century Stand designed to support light fixtures and modifiers weighing up to 22 lb. Additionally, the stand has been given a silver finish achieved by applying a chrome plating to the metal frame.

Constructed with both strength and capability in mind, the Master C-Stand features three sections—two of which are extendable—which bring the stand's maximum height to 68.1". At its lowest, the stand collapses down to just 36.8", and is capable of supporting up to 22 lb at either height.

The stand's base is made up of a traditional three-leg configuration with each leg set at a different height to allow for stand "nesting" on set. Of the three legs, two feature a spring-loaded design which rapidly extends and locks them into place, while the third may be height-adjusted via a locking knob on the riser's main section. In order to improve strength, the base has been cast from durable zinc alloy, making it five times stronger than traditional aluminum designs. The locking collars have also been cast from aluminum in order to prevent damage and maintain longevity.

Load Capacity: 22 lb    Max Height: 68.1"    Min Height: 36.8"    3 Sections    Two Spring-Loaded Legs    Zinc Alloy Base    Cast Aluminum Locking Collars

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the height of this product?

A: The base is 13.8" tall.

Q: 2. Are the turtle bases and stands from Matthews, Avenger, etc. all interchangeable from one brand to another? I already have Avenger and wonder whether I should stay with that brand, so that I don't have to bother matching Avenger bases with Avenger stands as opposed to Matthews stands.

A: I believe American and Matthews are interchangeable but Avenger is Metric so I am not sure.

Q: 3. Does anyone know the weight of this?

A: Hi,The weight of this C-Stand is 13.6 lbs and has a capacity of 22lbs.Regards,Will

Q: 4. Do I need an adapter to attach an Impact ME 108-P monitor mount to this stand?

A: The Kupo Master C-Stand with Turtle Base (20", Black) does not need an adapter to work with the Impact ME-108P Monitor Mount Adapter.

Q: 5. If you unscrew the bottom bolt, do the legs remove easily? I would like a set for travel, but turtle base stands don't have a rocky leg.

A: Only a service technician has the experience to detach them.

Q: 6. What is the difference between a Turtle Base and a Sliding Base?

A: The turtle base is a mechanism that allows you to pull on a spring loaded ring around the base just above the legs, thus releasing them and allowing gravity to collapse or open the stand quick and easy, unlike many stands which require you to push the legs together. The sliding leg allows the highest leg to slide up to accommodate uneven surfaces (stairs, hills, etc.) so your stand and light don't fall over.

Q: 7. Do the legs on this model lay flat for easy storage ?

A: The legs can be folded to one side for easy storage.

Q: 8. Are KUPO c stands compatible with Matthews? For example, could a Kupo gobo head attach to a Matthews baby pin or Matthews grip arm? Can you 'soldier' the stands next to each other (Matthews agains Kupo)? Looking to invest in a brand, and for the turtle base option I'd like, the Matthews is $50 more, and I like the quick release idea Kupo has. Is there any real con to investing in Kupo? I will be using these for film and video applications. Thanks!

A: Sorry I hit submit while I was editing. Kupo is a little heaver and the legs are bolted to castings, what we have noticed is a movement where the base tube and leg assemble join that's what gave it a lean. Matthews is a welded leg assemble and their is no movement in the column connecting area, also we have the strongest grip head in the industry.

Q: 9. Does this fit in the Impact Light Kit Bag #2 (34 x 13.5 x 12")?

A: Unfortunately, this Kupo stand does not fit the Impact Light Bag #2.

Q: 10. Is this compatible with the Matthews Telescopic Baby Stand Extension?

A: Yes, the Matthews Telescopic Baby Stand Extension is compatible with the Matthews 20" C+ Stand with Turtle Base, Grip Head and Arm Kit (Black).