The black, spring-loaded Maxi Matthpole from Matthews offers a unique "expanding casting" that provides pressure for holding the Matthpole in place between door jambs, in window frames, or between floors and ceilings. Use it to clamp various lighting, background, or grip equipment to it with full confidence. It extends from 8 to 15', and weighs 7 lb.

Matthews Maxi Matthpole Black 8-15'Because tubing can sag over long lengths and when weight is added, the Matthpole may become loose and could come down. It is therefore recommended that vertical Matthpoles with two Super Mafer Clamps mounted at right angles with the use of a #209635 Swivel be used at each end to support the horizontal Matthpole. To avoid damage to the wall or ceiling, Matthpoles should only be used directly in line with studs.

Expanding Casting

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How much weight can they take?

A: Approximately 10-15 lbs

Q: 2. Do they sell these in black anywhere?

A: Unfortunately, these bags do not come in black.

Q: 3. what is the diameter of this pole? are the ends temporarily removable?

A: The wider of the two poles has a 1.75" diameter, the smaller has a diameter of 1.5". The rubber ends are removable.

Q: 4. I like my equipment to match. I have several black/white boa bags. Black/yellow doesn't match. Where are the B&W?

A: Mistake it seems that Matthews did change it and they are now in yellow.

Q: 5. Any issues with durability of the sandbag?

A: I have not heard of any issues or complaints concerning the build quality or durability of the Matthews Water Repellant Sandbag - 25 lb.

Q: 6. Would it be possible to connect the Maxi-Matthpole to two C-stands in a goal post configuration to hang a backlight or whatnot? If so, what connectors would I need?

A: That should work out fine. Matthllini clamps or Super Mafers w/ Pin(B541004) should do the trick.Thats the simplest way to connect the Maxi-Matthpole to the C-Stands. The 2" Endjaw (420110) is a favorite, but all the Matthellinis will work.

Q: 7. Would there be a reason I wouldn't want water repellent sand bags? The nonwater repellent sand bags are only $2 cheaper... wish I could get the water repellent ones in black but other than that is there any other reasoning?

A: If you will always be working away from water, such as in a studio environment, then the non-water repellent sand bags would be fine. However, it doesn't hurt that extra sense of security in case the bags happen to get wet,

Q: 8. Can it actually reach 15 feet? Other vendors list the max reach as 14' 10", I need something for a ceiling that's exactly 15'.

A: Matthews website spec is inconsistent. In claims 178" and just under 15' in one paragraph and 187" in another. Shorter number is the one to go with. I've used blocks of 2x4s and 2x6s to add a little rise.

Q: 9. Currently, is this bag shipped full or empty?

A: Yes, the Matthews Water Repellant Sandbag - 35 lb is shipped with 35 lbs. of sand. The package weight total would be 36.8 lbs.

Q: 10. Would you recommend this stand for use with a short boompole for interviews?

A: Yes, this Matthews Medium Duty Maxi Kit Stand would be suitable for use with a short boom pole.