Product Description
Overview
The KUPO 226M Master Combo HD Stand is a chrome plated, three-section support for larger fixtures, soft sources, and combo-head accessories that need a real 40 kg load rating. It pairs a 28 mm receiver and 16 mm stud with spring cushioning, a leveling leg, and a 132 cm footprint for controlled heavy-duty work.
Why It Matters
A heavy light on a weak stand changes how the whole crew behaves. The 226M gives rental houses and gaffers a dependable chrome combo platform that can take weight, level itself on imperfect floors, and move with the optional caster set when the setup starts changing fast.
Key Features
- 40 kg maximum load capacity gives confident support for larger fixtures and soft-source rigs
- Chrome plated steel construction fits the classic rental-house combo stand look and resists hard daily handling
- Spring-cushioned riser helps control fixture descent during teardown or height changes
- Dual 28 mm receiver and 16 mm stud top reduces adapter hunting on mixed grip packages
- Built-in leveling leg keeps the column usable on uneven stage decks and location floors
Height Range & Reach
The 226M is sized for heavy fixtures that work at practical stage and studio heights. It reaches 340 cm while keeping a broad 132 cm base underneath the load.
- Minimum height: 112.5 cm (48.2")
- Maximum height: 340 cm (133.9")
- Closed / transport length: 138 cm (54.3")
- Sections: 3 sections, 2 risers
- Base footprint: 132 cm (52")
- Max payload: 40 kg (88.2 lb); self-weight 10 kg (22 lb)
Additional Technical Notes
- Tube Diameters: 40 mm, 35 mm, 30 mm
- Leg Diameter: 22 mm
- Optional Accessory: KC-080R caster set
- Sister Variant: 226MB black
Applications
Use it in studios, rental houses, grip trucks, stages, and location builds where larger fixtures need a strong stand with both baby and junior mounting options.
Compatibility
Accepts 28 mm junior accessories and 16 mm baby-pin fixtures at the top. The optional KC-080R caster set can be added for rolling studio work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can 226M handle its rated load at full height?
Yes, when the load is centered, the stand is on suitable ground, and the rig is ballasted correctly. Treat the 40 kg rating as an upper limit, not a reason to add offset hardware casually.
Will the 28 mm receiver and 16 mm stud work with common lighting heads?
Yes. It matches standard professional grip and lighting hardware in this class. Check older rental stock before the show if the fixture spigot is unusual.
Should I add casters for studio work?
Casters are useful when the stand moves repeatedly on smooth floors. Lock every wheel before raising the fixture, and avoid rolling a tall loaded stand through cables or thresholds.