Kupo KCP-550 Adjustable Gaffer Grip

$20.00 /day

The heavy-duty Kupo KCP-550 matte black adjustable gaffer grip, engineered with a high-tension quick-release spring mechanism and dual integrated 5/8-inch ( $16\text{mm}$ ) Baby pins, now available for rental in Hong Kong. Built to clamp securely onto doors, tables, beams, or pipes to mount lighting fixtures anywhere on location. (Note: This rental package covers the gaffer grip clamp only; stands and extension arms are available for rent separately.)

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 KCP-550 Adjustable Gaffer Grip (Black) is an ingenious, signature cinema rigging utility designed for professional gaffers, key grips, and location cinematographers, making it a highly requested item for equipment hire in Hong Kong. Functioning as an ultra-versatile hybrid between a heavy-duty vice clamp and a quick-action spring clip, this stealth black-finished tool features a unique adjustable jaw design. It allows solo operators or assistant crews to mount continuous lighting fixtures, wireless receivers, or secondary cameras cleanly onto unexpected architectural elements when floor space for stands is entirely unavailable.

When executing an equipment hire for fast-paced corporate videos, independent feature films, or complex interior location shoots in Hong Kong, maximizing rigging options in tight spaces is paramount. The KCP-550 sets itself apart with its wide clamping range, scaling instantly to grip flat plates, office doors, timber beams, or cylindrical pipes from $5\text{mm}$ up to $65\text{mm}$ in thickness. Equipped with an ergonomic rubber-coated handle adjustment screw and dual 5/8-inch (16mm) Baby mounting pins (one tapped with a $3/8"-16$ female thread at the top and one horizontal pin on the base), it ensures absolute mechanical rigidity, eliminating structural loose drifting throughout long production days.

Applicable Scenarios:

Rigging Lights onto Office Doors: Clamps onto the top edge of doors or partitions during corporate video shoots in Central to cleanly mount an interview background light or hair light without using a stand.
Low-Profile Top Grid Configurations: Secures firmly onto overhead exposed water pipes, window bars, or steel beams inside production spaces in Kwun Tong or Chai Wan.
Surgical Location Camera Mounting: Pairs with a compact ball head to float secondary action cams, field audio recorders, or directors’ monitors precisely past complex architectural lines.

Innovative Adjustable Jaw System: Quick-action spring-loaded clamp body expands rapidly via a fine-threaded mechanical screw to accommodate thicknesses from $5\text{mm}$ to $65\text{mm}$ .
Dual Integrated 5/8-Inch Baby Pins: Features two independent 16mm mounting studs—including a top pin with an integrated internal $3/8"-16$ female tap for universal accessory versatility.
Stealth Matte Black Hardened Finish: Black powder-coated anodized treatment minimizes specular glares and unwanted metallic reflections under high-intensity continuous light paths.
Non-Slip Protective Soft Rubber Pads: Jaws are lined with highly durable matrix rubber pads to increase surface friction while protecting delicate doors, tables, and location surfaces from mechanical scraping.
Rugged All-Metal Mechanical Build: High-strength structural steel and die-cast aluminum core composition handles severe mechanical torque under demanding on-set handling.

Kupo KCP-550 Adjustable Gaffer Grip Clamp (Black) x 1
Integrated 5/8″ (16mm) Top Baby Pin Adapter x 1
Integrated 5/8″ (16mm) Base Baby Pin Stub x 1
(Note: This rental listing covers the standalone gaffer grip tool only. C-Stands, extensions arms, lighting fixtures, and camera ball heads are available for add-on rent separately at our Hong Kong studio.)

Q: Is the vertical light stand, extension grip arm, or camera ball head included inside this rental package?
A: No, it is not. This specific rental listing covers the standalone Kupo KCP-550 adjustable gaffer grip clamp only. It is intended for production teams who already have their own fixtures or wish to build a custom rigging configuration. If you require a complete support system, please remember to add matching lighting fixtures or articulating arms to your Hong Kong gear allocation.
Q: What is the main operational advantage of a Gaffer Grip compared to a standard Super Clamp?
A: While a standard super clamp (Convi Clamp) is excellent for pipes, it can be cumbersome to adjust quickly and can struggle on very thick, square wooden planks or heavy doors. This Kupo KCP-550 Gaffer Grip features a spring-loaded jaw with a rapid-crank adjustment screw, allowing it to clip instantly onto doors, tables, or beams up to 65mm thick with exponentially faster setup times and much broader flat-surface versatility.
Q: Can this heavy gaffer grip support a full cinema lighting fixture safely?
A: Yes, absolutely. The Kupo KCP-550 is manufactured from rugged steel and die-cast aluminum specifically engineered to handle mid-sized continuous LED panels, studio strobes, or multi-light array brackets when clamped firmly onto a rigid architectural surface. Always ensure that the receiving surface (like a solid door frame or structural steel pipe) is structurally sound to maintain total on-set safety.
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.