BLACK MAGIC

Just like the "other" black magic, our own BLACK MAGIC heavy-duty light stand was developed to solve the daily problems that are too tricky for run-of-the-mill solutions... in our case, how to lift 200kg to a height of 5.5 metres. It combines a unique design with the most innovative technical solutions that have been applied to the lifting system, the foldable base, the safety devices, and the surface treatments.

BLACK MAGIC is what you need for your business.

 

1. The BLACK MAGIC column is composed of five aluminium tubes. These black anodized tubes have a special design that create the anti-rotation feature.
2. The Swift Lift mechanism is made up of three fork lift chains that permit smooth, continuous extension of the 4 rises which can be raised to any custom height.
3. Thanks to the winch concept, the mono-operation cranking is very smooth during climbing and descent.
4. The self locking device will automatically stop the column from falling, if at any moment the operator lets go.
5. The dedicated heat treatment on the internal components is used to achieve the highest mechanical performance and guarantee the longest working life.
6. Safety is a priority for BLACK MAGIC. It contains four safety devices to control all the operations and protect the operator. There are two locking teeth applied to the main cog wheels and two automatic clutches to control and keep the load stable during descent.
7. The top attachment is the standard 28mm (1 1/8 in) made from machined aluminium. It is also possible to use wind bracing thanks to the rings positioned at the end of the last rise.
8. BLACK MAGIC's base is composed of four steel legs. In one smooth operation it can be opened and closed. No more dismounting components or multi-operations to set up the base. The main body of each leg is composed of 3 mm steel supporting your needs in even the most extreme situations.
   
   
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

• Maximum Height: 5.5 m (18 ft)
• Minimum Height / Loading Height: 1.65 m (5,41 ft)
• Close Height: b (5,38 ft)
• Max Load Capacity: 200 kg (440 Ibs)
• Proper Weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)
• Operating Footprint: 2.38 m (7,8 ft)
• Storing Footprint: 0.44 m (1,44 ft)
• Top attachment: 28 mm female (1’ 1/8’’)

CERTIFICATIONS:

• TÜV GS Certification in progress according to DIN 15560-27 and VBG
• Certificate of CE Conformity

QUALITY and RELIABILITY TESTS:

Dynamic tests:
-as simulation of working life of the product with 2000 complete extensions of the column with 500kg on the top.

Static tests such as:
- the traction test on the chains and pinions applying 650kg (simulated load)
- the +6° inclination test, to obtain the TUV certification and simulate the use of the product with the max load (200kg, 440 lbs) at 5.5m height and 6° floor inclination.
-100 hours of salt spray test in order to simulate the reaction of the finishing with application in adverse environment.

All the structural components that are crucial for the safety or have to support high stress are engineered using the FEM analysis. The FEM (Finite Element Method) permits simulation of external forces in different application and to calculate the resulting stress on the component. Using this tool Manfrotto can optimize the design of the product obtaining the highest performance combined with the lowest weight.

MAINTENANCE:

BLACK MAGIC was developed to reduce the maintenance as much as possible.
Every collar has an inspection window to control the status of the internal components. Using the same window it is also possible to lubricate the mechanism.
BLACK MAGIC is assembled using bolts in order to make ordinary maintenance and component replacement easier and quicker.