Photo studio compression pole MK1

Step 7 Step 6: Test and use

Push the foot down on the floor against the spring pressure. Move the top tip across the ceiling until it is directly above the foot. Release. Does it feel right?

If it does not fit vertically between floor and ceiling, shorten the conduit. If it is loose, tighten the wing nut so the assembly gets longer. You probably have about 2 inches of adjustability. Do not go too far, buy another piece of conduit instead.

You can clamp, tape and wire tie to the pole or you can capture a backdrop between the top tip and the ceiling. Two compression poles and you have a backdrop holder.

You can see it in action in the video on the first page.

Comments

[brupi89]

Wonderful!!! This is a very useful gadget! But...if you "swap" top-down, the cord isn't necessary, because you press down directly the pole...isn't better? P.S. Excuse me for my bad English...I'm italian :-). And again compliments for your idea!

[gnach]

Usefulguy- great instructable! I had a hard time differentiating between 1st assebly and the update, the older photos threw me off. Very good work. Thanks. ~brupi89 - The cord keeps the assembly together.

[fredso]

Wow. Thanks for figuring this out. They sell a kit at paint stores which does this for plastic barriers...the poles are ridiculously expensive. I love this site. Your great construct has applications beyond photography. Well done!