Add this 40 x 40" Matthews Floppy Flag Top Hinge 40x40 Inchto your grip kit for easily rigged light control and cutting, with the option to open the flag into a large 40 x 80" black surface. Because Matthews Floppy Flag Top Hinge 40x40 Inchhas shaved 8" off of both the height and width of their traditional 4 x 4' floppy, this flag's compact size allows it to be transported in certain passenger vehicles without the need for a dedicated grip truck or cargo van.

Opens Up to a 40 x 80" Solid Flag    Fits Most "Wagons" or SUVs    Hinged to Block Overhead Light    Hollow Steel Frame, Solid Steel Mount    Ideal for Tight Spaces

Add this 40 x 40" Solid Floppy to your grip kit for easily rigged light control and cutting, with the option to open the flag into a large 40 x 80" black surface. Because Matthews has shaved 8" off of both the height and width of their traditional 4 x 4' floppy, this flag's compact size allows it to be transported in certain passenger vehicles without the need for a dedicated grip truck or cargo van.

Simply undo the hook-and-loop touch fasteners at the corners, and the top hinge Floppy "flops" opens to become a large 40 x 80" opaque flag that creates a tent-like structure. Its two sections are comprised of heavyweight commando cloth duvetyne for optimized blockage of incoming light transmissions. It is also an easy way to create negative fill on one side of the subject when your desired look requires a bit more contrast. Though its obvious application is shaping light to achieve a wide variety of looks from the same sources, it can also double as a sunshade while shooting on location or as a privacy screen in the studio. The frame is hollow steel tubing to cut down on weight, while the solid steel mounting rod can stand up to years of heavy use.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this connect to a standard light stand, or do I need something additional?

A: It is best to use something like the Matthews Century C+ Stand with Turtle Base and Grip Arm Kit (10.5'), BH # MALSCP40K to hold this Floppy Top Hinge. https://bhpho.to/3pc1poE

Q: 2. Does this come with the fabric, or just the frame?

A: This is the frame and fabric in one.

Q: 3. I suppose this will fit / can be used with the Matthews 18 x 48 frame ? MFR #539287

A: yes it will fit.

Q: 4. Hi, I just got this in the mail. Can you explain how I attach it to a boom arm / grip head? The rod that comes out of it appears too small to be held in place by the grip head. Is there an adapter I need to connect it securely? Thanks

A: In order to attach to your Boom arm or c-stand the following item is needed. Impact Grip Head for Lights and Accessories - 2.5" Diameter (Chrome) BH #IMKCP200 • MFR #KCP-200 https://bhpho.to/3AURnz6

Q: 5. Hi, can you help me understand how to choose between the top hinge and bottom hinge varieties of this floppy?

A: A Matthews Floppy Top Hinge would most commonly used for blocking an overhead light where there is a large amount of space while a Bottom Hinge version is used with overhead rigging to block light in a tighter space.

Q: 6. Is it made with Duvetyne Fabric?

A: Yes, the TRP WORLDWIDE Solid Floppy Flag (40 x 40") is made with Duvetyne fabric.

Q: 7. Is this the same as an ultra bounce floppy?

A: The Matthews Matthbounce Floppy (48 x 48") is the same size as the ultra bounce floppy. but unlike the Ultra when you open it to 48x90 inch it is white not black.

Q: 8. Does this hinge along the 24 or 72" side?

A: Regarding the TRP WORLDWIDE Solid Floppy Flag with Pocket (24 x 72"), the hinge is on the 24" side.

Q: 9. The description says "doubles its lenght" - does it mean it becomes 18 x 96 ? or 36 x 48 ?

A: It folds out to 36x48 inches.

Q: 10. Is this made out of black ripstock or duvetyne?

A: As the Manufacturer said its made of Duvetyn.