The Claw from Matthews is designed to safely mount Astera LED light tubes using a 5/8" baby pin and an adjustable tube clamp. This is a universal solution for rigging tube lights to any number of industry standard mounting points.

The Claw from Matthews is designed to safely mount Astera LED light tubes using a 5/8" baby pin and an adjustable tube clamp. This is a universal solution for rigging tube lights to any number of industry standard mounting points.

Unlike mounting hardware where the pin mounts at a right angle to the tube, The Claw's pin mounts off the back to maintain a low profile. This allows the Astera Helios, Titan, or Hyperion to remain close to rigging points and take advantage of hard-to-reach spaces. The pin is also equipped with a female 1/4"-20 thread for further mounting flexibility. Rotate the Claw's threaded baby pin to precisely adjust the clamp's four "fingers" and the tubes are tightly secured thanks to over 180° of clamping range. This adjustment system helps to provide optimal grip strength without the possibility of crushing the housing of the light tube; internal magnets keep the clamp open while attaching a tube. While engineered with Astera tubes and the VeeBoxx softbox enclosure in mind, the Claw will also accept other T12 size linear light fixtures (available separately).

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will I be able to use the TVMP to mount a Par Can 20 onto a light stand?

A: Yes

Q: 2. What is the max it opens up? Have some foam boards that are 70mm (around 2.7") thick so want to make sure will fit

A: The jaws open to just under 3".

Q: 3. Where do I find a longer one? Would like to be able to bolt my camera into a grip head.

A: If your camera is 1/4-20 you could a 7000 baby pin which is tapped female and add your own set screw. If your camera is 3/8 - 16 you can use a 429779.

Q: 4. Will this take a 100mm/4 bowl tripod head?

A: This dolly comes with a Mitchell type flat base. You will need a 100mm bowl to Mitchell base adapter. The one we would suggest is this one from Matthews. Matthews Mitchell to 75-100mm Bowl Adapter B&H # MA75100BA

Q: 5. What is the warranty for the Matthews Infinity Arm?

A: Limited 1-Year Warranty

Q: 6. Would this hold a 6x6 chimera panel frame?

A: No, the Matthews pocket c-stand is designed and made for tabletop or miniature work will not support a 6x6.

Q: 7. Does this arm allow for extensions to make it 3 or 4 times longer? Like what Zacuto does?

A: The two arms of the Infinity Arm are of fixed length. However, spare ball heads are available from Matthews which can be screwed into an extension rod to make the arms longer. Naturally, the useable length of any extension will depend on the load you put on it. An extension rod of about 5/8 diameter would be useful to mount lights, etc, on the arms. I am in the process of making some of these about 6 long but this requires a lathe although any small engineering company could machine these for you. Much easier is that B&H sells 5/8 (16mm) rigging rods (of various lengths with 1/4 and 3/8 holes in the ends called 9.SOLUTIONS 16mm Rod Set (5.9 ) B&H # 9S9VBROD5 MFR # 9.VBROD5The Matthews Infinity Arm seems expensive at first sight but I am using it professionally and can assure you that it is absolutely solid, easy to use and extremely well made. The quick-change ball heads make it really easy to change items to mount almost anything onto it. I use it for holding a clip with camera shots or scripts or lights, mics or a monitor. Matthews customer service is great as I had some questions about the size of the Arm which Matthews took great trouble to answer in detail.It seemed expensive when I bought it (although B&H, as always, were cheaper than buying it in England which is why I buy a lot from B&H!) but I am glad I did as it is well worth the cost and seems better than anything else although I suggest you check its weight. I use mine mounted onto my Miller tripod head so the weight doesn't matter but it might if you had to carry it around a lot. It's a really well-made solid piece of professional engineering.Both Matthews' and B&H's service were superb.

Q: 8. Are centipede wheels a platform on which we directly place the dolly with wheels or do i have to remove the Rubber wheels and mount it like hot buttons? Can i use centipede on this Matthews Doorway Dolly with Turret?

A: Yes the dolly fits right inside the u channel work all Matthews dollies and almost everyone else.

Q: 9. Will a super clamp spigot, such as the Impact Double-Ended Spigot BH #IMCA100 fit inside jaws of the MICROgrip Head?

A: Yes, the Impact Double-Ended Spigot will fit in the Matthews MICROgrip Head.

Q: 10. How much weight can it hold? It is an important spec. Thank you.

A: The manufacture does not list the support weight for the Matthews Pocket C-Stand. Note it is listed for mini items like dots and flags that are weigh less than a lb.