The 280W Dual Square Softbox Fluorescent Lighting Kitfrom 280W Dual Square Softbox Fluorescent Lighting Kitis a great general use setup with the option of extra power if you need it.

The kit contains two 20 x 20" softboxes that Dot Line has designed with umbrella-like action that sets up and breaks down in seconds. Each fixture ships with two

70W spiral fluorescent lamps that have a digital-friendly color temperature of 5400K and together output the incandescent equivalent of 1,000W. However, the included 4-in-1 sockets can accept up to four lamps for an equivalent of 2,000W of incandescent output. The light fixtures are supported by two 6' light stands and it all fits in the included padded nylon case with shoulder strap.

2 x Quick-Folding 20 x 20" Softboxes    2 x 4-in-1 Sockets with Power Cords    4 x Spiral Fluorescent 70W Lamps: 5400K    2 x Light Stands (6')    Sockets Can Take up to 4 Bulbs Each    Padded Nylon Kit Bag with Shoulder Strap    1000W Incandescent Equivalent    Capable of 2000W Incandescent Equivalent    Softboxes Open and Close Like Umbrellas

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Could I use one, two or three Savage 50W LED bulbs (B&H # SA50WLED) in some of the seven fluorescent sockets on this light head? Thank you!

A: While the Savage 50W LED bulbs have the same Edison base as the fluorescent lamps included with this fixture, they have not be tested by the manufacturer as being fully compatible. Your results may vary.

Q: 2. Can the light level be adjusted, or is it always on ?

A: The Raya Octa Fluorescent 7-Socket Fixture has dual rocker switches on their back panels, each of which control on/off function for 3 or 4 lamps allowing the creation of a light ratio. You can either turn one switch on to use 3 lamps, the other switch to use 4 lamps, or both switches to use all 7 lamps at once.

Q: 3. can i use the 7 socket fixture for bigger octagon such as 150 cm octagon (octagon softbox)??

A: I would say no.Reason is it struggles to put out enough light.Up close it does good,well diffused light but I bought bigger bulbs because I wanted more light from it

Q: 4. Can someone tell me the output of these lights in lumens or lux at 1 meter?

A: According to the manufacturer, when using the Raya Octa Fluorescent 7-Socket Fixture 1-Light Softbox Kit, using the included Eiko 26-watt bulbs, inner baffle, and diffuser would be 678 lux @1 meter (3.3 feet). The CCT color temperature is 5,061K, with color accuracy measurements listed as CRI 87.6 and TCLI of 70. Unfortunately, they did not have a lumens measurement for this light fixture setup.

Q: 5. I was thinking of purchasing this to use on location outdoors. What is the most affordable portable power supply that you would recommend to use with this?

A: While a gas-powered generator would most likely be the best option for your needs with continuous lights, if you are looking for a rechargeable battery option for your location shooting needs, I would recommend either the GOAL ZEROYeti 1250 Solar Generator Power PackKit, B&H #GOGZ31901, which should give you approximately 6.6 hours of run time, or the GOAL ZEROYeti 400 Solar Generator Power Pack, B&H #GOGZ23000, should give you approximately slightly over 2 hours run time.

Q: 6. Will this support tungsten bulbs?

A: Unfortunately, the Raya Octa Fluorescent 7-Socket Fixture 1-Light Softbox Kit is only suitable for fluorescent lamps or LED lamps.

Q: 7. Is there a max wattage rating? per socket? total wattage? Are the sockets plastic or ceramic/porcelain? Will it accommodate a mix of different wattage bulbs?

A: No wattage rating is specified. The sockets are plastic. I wouldn't put anything but CFL's in them. The soft box would overheat if you use photo floods..

Q: 8. can i plug it into 220volt supply?

A: This is a multi-voltage light fixture, so you can use it on 100-240VAC.

Q: 9. To speed setup, can the domes be set up then just put them on the stands and add the bulbs at a close location w big suv?

A: The softboxes in the Raya Octa Fluorescent 7-Socket Fixture 2-Light Softbox Kit can be attached to the light fixture in advance and placed on the stands when you are ready to shoot.

Q: 10. will this fixture accept other soft boxes or just the included one?

A: I believe only the included one. It takes a while to set up. Each of the spokes that tent the softbox are inserted through little sleeves down the length of the softbox and then into a hole or cavity in the face of the light fixture. Once fully assembled it's there to stay. This softbox does not collapse like most others. So it continually takes up a great deal of space. It took me several minutes to set it up and I imagine it would take the same to take it down. I bought this as a starter light for my 14 y/o daughter who is just getting into portrait photography. It's great for her and would be a great inexpensive fixture to have laying around a studio. Just know that it will take up some space. I think the photo above showing the softbox off of the light is misleading. I don't think that's possible. as the fixture itself is what gives it it's rigidity.