About the The Light Source Mega-Batten Clamp, Silver
The Light Source Mega-Batten Clamp in silver is a heavy-duty, professional mounting clamp engineered for securing large-format lighting fixtures, moving heads, and substantial production equipment to structural pipes, battens, or trusses in demanding staging and installation environments. The silver finish, typically achieved through zinc or cadmium plating, provides a durable and corrosion-resistant surface that maintains a classic, industrial appearance suitable for a wide range of production settings. This clamp is constructed from forged or machined high-tensile steel, ensuring it possesses the immense strength required to handle extreme static and dynamic loads associated with heavy, valuable overhead equipment without risk of failure.
The clamp's design incorporates a wide, deep jaw capable of accommodating larger-diameter schedule 40 and schedule 80 pipes, as well as substantial truss chords. The primary tightening mechanism utilizes a substantial bolt, often with an ergonomic T-handle or a hex-head for use with a ratchet, which drives a pressure plate to securely grip the pipe without damaging its surface. A defining safety feature is the integrated secondary locking pin or bolt, which acts as a fail-safe to prevent the fixture from detaching even if the main clamp is inadvertently loosened. The top of the clamp is fitted with a standard 5/8-inch receiver or a threaded stud, providing a universal interface for attaching the yoke of a lighting fixture or other mounting hardware.
Built for the most rigorous applications in concert touring, theatrical production, and permanent installation, the Mega-Batten Clamp represents a cornerstone of safe rigging practice. Its combination of massive clamping force, redundant safety locking, and durable plating makes it a trusted choice for riggers and production managers when suspending heavy moving lights, LED panels, or scenic elements. The clamp provides the confidence that valuable and potentially dangerous loads are anchored securely, allowing creative and technical teams to focus on the production with the assurance of a reliable overhead support system.