Tooltip Tags: Grip

Grip Tape

This is Duct tape style tape, also known as gaffer’s tape or cloth tape.

Combo Stand

A heavy duty 2K stand without wheels. It is called a combo because it can be used for both reflectors and lights.

Cookie

A perforated material which is used to break up light or create a shadow pattern. Also known as a cucoloris.

Cribbing

Short pieces of lumber which are used for various grip purposes.

Cucaloris

A perforate material used to break up light or create a shadow pattern. Also known as a cookie.

Cup Blocks

Wooden blocks with a dish or indentation in the center which are used to keep the wheels of light stands from moving.

Dingle

Branches which are placed in front of a light as a cookie would to cut the light and provide a shadow pattern.

Dots

Small nets and flags used to control light.

Apple Box

A box build of a strong wood or plywood which is capable of supporting weight. These may be of various sizes, the smallest of which is also known as a ‘pancake’ because it is nearly flat.

Baby Plate

A steel plate with a baby pin (5/8 inch pin) welded on to it. These plates are used for mounting lights or grip heads on a wall, box, or other surface.