Matthews 40" C-Stand with Sliding Leg, Grip Head & Arm
The Matthews 40" C-Stand with Sliding Leg delivers stability and versatility for studio lighting setups. Its innovative sliding leg design adapts effortlessly to uneven surfaces, ensuring level positioning without compromise. The included grip head and arm provide secure attachment points for reflectors, flags, and light modifiers.
With a maximum reach of 127" and minimum height of 53.25", this stand accommodates virtually any studio configuration. The 27.5" footprint offers balanced support while remaining compact enough to fit tight spaces. When folded to just 21", it packs efficiently for transport between locations.
Design:
- 2 risers
- 3 sections
- 40" C-Stand with Turtle Base design
- Leveling leg / sliding leg design
- Column attached to base
- Includes Grip Head & Arm
- Knurled 5/8" baby pin center column mount
- T-handles
- Round leg shape with no wheels
- Non air cushion construction
Features:
- Serrated gobo heads insure a strong bite and prevents side roll
- Knurled baby pin ensures whatever is being mounted stays put
- V-shaped brass brakes ensuring 3-point strong contact
- Stainless steel helicoil inserts in riser castings
- Stay put T-handles wont fall out of riser castings
- Aluminum Magic Gasket ensures once grip head is engaged it will not slip
Maximum Payload Capacity:
22 lbs
Uses:
- Ideal for motion picture, television, and photography lighting setups.
- Features Matthews' signature staggered leg design for close nesting on set and stability on uneven surfaces.
- Sliding lower leg accommodates stairs, curbs, and elevated surfaces.
- Fast, easy operation with smooth opening and closing.
- Industry standard since 1974—trusted by gaffers, grips, and lighting professionals worldwide.
Dimensions:
Maximum Height: 127" / 10.6'
Minimum Height: 53.25" / 4.4'
Footprint: 27.5"
Folded Base: 21"
Weight:
16 lbs
Materials:
Steel
FAQ:
Matthews C-Stands: The Ultimate Tool for Photography & Film Professionals
The C-Stand started here — Matthews introduced the first folding-leg Century Stand in 1974, and it remains the most-used support tool on any set. Every stand below is machined in Burbank, California.
Which base do you need?
- Sliding leg — one leg slides up the column for stairs, curbs, slopes, or tucking tight against set pieces. The classic choice.
- Spring-loaded folding — legs snap open and shut in seconds; built for fast setups and faster wrap-outs.
- Turtle base (C+) — the column lifts off the base for compact packing and travel; the base alone doubles as a low-boy.
- Hollywood Pro low profile — a wider, flatter footprint for heavier rigs on professional sets.
- 5" Pocket C-Stand — a palm-size version for tabletop and small-fixture work.
Then pick your height (20" or 40" risers) and finish (chrome or black).
Manufacturer SKU:
B756040
In The Box:
Matthews 40" C-Stand with Sliding Leg Black
Matthews 2.5" Grip Head Black (B350580)
Matthews Hollywood Arm 40" Black (B681012)
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
*Hollywood Arm now comes with knurled baby pin.
*Apple Box Not Included.
