Kupo CT-40 MKB C Stand 295cm with grip arm (Black)

$60.00 /day

The Kupo CT-40MKB C-Stand with Grip Arm (Black) is now available for premium gear rental in Hong Kong. This full-sized 295cm black steel stand delivers anti-reflective stability for professional HK sets.

A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.

The Kupo CT-40MKB C-Stand with Grip Arm (Black) is a full-sized professional lighting and grip support kit engineered for gaffers, filmmakers, and photographers renting in Hong Kong who require absolute stability with zero light reflection. Extending to a maximum height of 295cm, this heavy-duty 40-inch column configuration is constructed from high-strength solid steel and finished with a specialized matte black powder coating, which directly eliminates unwanted glares, lens flares, and reflections on high-intensity HK production sets. The defining layout advantage of the CT-40MKB is its detachable turtle base architecture, allowing the riser column to be removed entirely so the heavy base can be utilized independently as a low floor stand (地腳) to overcome strict height limitations.

By selecting equipment hire through Dream Scenes Studio, local crews secure an incredibly rigid rigging platform for standard sets. The kit includes a matching black 40-inch extension arm and a heavy-duty 2-1/2″ grip head, providing unwavering holding tension to secure light modifiers, heavy fixtures, or flags safely within tightly scheduled studio workflows or unpredictable outdoor locations.

Applicable Scenarios:

Chai Wan and Kwun Tong Commercial Video Studios: Ideal for green screen setups, high-contrast product commercials, and dark-mood tabletop cinematography where traditional silver steel stands would reflect studio lights back into the lens.
Central and Tsim Sha Tsui Interior Sets: Perfect for booming hair lights or microphone arrays safely over talent in commercial office layouts or practical sets without having to worry about glossy metal poles revealing the grip gear in window reflections.
Hong Kong Night Exterior and Street Shoots: Provides a discrete, non-reflective footprint for rigging flags, diffusers, or lights close to actors on dark streets, staying completely invisible in shadows.

Anti-Reflective Matte Black Finish: Coated with a durable powder surface treatment that completely eliminates specular reflections and light leaks on dark or high-contrast sets.
295cm Maximum Extension Column: A full-sized 3-section riser system that allows for high-angle key lighting, overhead flag rigging, and clean background separation.
Detachable Turtle Base Structure: Equipped with a fast-acting spring-pin lock mechanism that allows the column to be removed, converting the heavy base into an independent ground stand.
Staggered Nesting Leg Geometry: Legs feature staggered heights that allow multiple bases to interloop and slide under each other, maximizing available floor space on tight sets.
Complete Professional Grip Kit: Bundled with a solid black 40″ extension arm and a 2-1/2″ grip head with non-slip brake pads for precise multi-angle modifier articulation.

Kupo 40″ C-Stand Black Riser Column × 1

⚠️ Note: This standard kit includes the single black C-Stand structure, arm, and head only. It does NOT include castor wheels, extra grip heads, sandbags, flags, or lighting fixtures. Please add your preferred safety counterweights and modifiers to your cart separately if needed.

Q: Can the Kupo CT-40MKB support massive high-power movie lights like an Aputure STORM 1200x on HK sets?
A: While the CT-40MKB is built from solid steel and can handle heavy payloads, high-power 1200W fixtures are extremely heavy and top-heavy, which generally require a 1-1/8″ junior pin and a dedicated Combo Stand. The CT-40MKB is ideal for standard studio strobes, compact LED fixtures, monitors, and flags. For any top-heavy setup or when extending the arm, always place a heavy sandbag over the highest leg of the turtle base to ensure maximum safety.
Q: Will the matte black finish scratch easily during rugged outdoor transport across Hong Kong?
A: The CT-40MKB features a specialized industrial powder coating designed to resist scratches and heavy production wear much better than cheap sprayed alternatives. However, normal metallic contact can create rub marks over time. We highly recommend using padded grip bags during transport to maintain its pristine anti-reflective coating.
Q: Can I mount a light fixture directly onto the black turtle base without using the center column?
A: Yes, that is a core workflow advantage of the detachable turtle base design. The center collar of the base features a native 1-1/8″ (28mm) junior receiver. You can drop a heavy junior pin fixture directly into it, or use a conversion adapter to expose a 5/8″ baby pin to build a sturdy, non-reflective ground stand.
Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period at Dream Scenes Studio Hong Kong.
Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals in HK.
Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient for local and international crews.