Westcott Spiderlite TD6 with Tilter Bracket, 110V AC
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Westcott Spiderlite TD6 with Tilter Bracket, 110V AC

SKU: WESLTD6WTB

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Brian Sallee S : Can you mix and match fluorescent lamps and tungsten lamps for a custom white balance?JOHN Z : Since the sockets are normal light bulb sockets, you could put whatever you want in them. Westcott's price for daylight balanced fluorescent bulbs is excessive. I may well get my future fluorescent bulbs elsewhere, and just make sure to set/take a custom white balance. I wouldn't recommend mixing fluorescent and tungsten bulbs, or you'll get mixed light that probably won't give a true color reading regardless of how you set your white balance. Mixing tungsten and fluorescent light is never done by pro's, so at least be sure to research that well before having light of different wavelengths mixing together and reducing you degree of color accuracy. (I've been a professional photographer for over 15 years and studied with many of the greats. Never do any of them mix light in a soft box.)
Lauren M : Can you get this set up for the Australian Market?ANDREW R : <a href="http://www.adorama.com/WESLTD6WTBE.html" target="_blank">www.adorama.com/WESLTD6WTBE.html</a>
DAVID V : Has anyone used the TD6 (or TD5) with Chimera soft-boxes? If so was this reasonably easy to assemble?MELVIN T : No I used the lights with the Westcott soft boxes

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2018-05-04T09:18:06

Rated 3 out of 5

Not as much light as I expected

I like the idea of this light, but found two drawback. 1) The soft box is a real bear to assemble. I am now replacing the modifiers I have, where possible, with Westcott Rapid Boxes. I don't have a studio where I can leave softboxes up, so ease of use is very important to me. 2) Light output isn't what I hoped for. I think it would be fine for static subjects such as tabletop product photos. Not so good for any moving subject. Either way, I found myself shooting at ISO 800 minimum and 1600 - 3200 preferred and at f2.8.

JAY H.

2018-03-19T11:45:50

Rated 5 out of 5

nice lighting and built well

Yes the are fantastic and easy setup

ROBERT P.

2018-02-13T11:45:45

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice product

I am pleased with this product. However, the kit included only one shallow soft box and one strip light. It would be better if it had included two shallow soft boxes. After all, the kit includes two light bases for the bulbs. If you set up two light stands, wouldn't you like to have two soft boxes?

Constance l.

2017-03-31T06:35:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Great setup for green screen photography

I test ed several lighting systems with a variety of bulbs. This was the only one that would light the screen to "Quality 2" on the Green Screener software. The pictures key great into PhotoKey Pro 8 with very little editing. This is a great set.

Lee B.

2016-09-17T11:38:46

Rated 5 out of 5

spiderlite excites

luv this new spiderlite combo easy to use clean white diffused white light at my fingertips amount of light easily controlled . Westcott design makes control vary easy to use lights are cool can be turned on off with independent switch have already used this system for light box type shots awesome results cant wait to shoot some portraits . I highly recommend this product . thanks Adorama and Westcott

thomas m.

2014-01-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

"Excellent For The Price"

Use: Within a soft box indoors, daylight balanced for outstanding lighting quality used for portraits.

JAMES A.

2014-01-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This Product is Great

This is a great peace of hardware that allows you to position and control your light. I use it for portraits and photographing newborns acting as a window light. As the review headline states, "Simply Fantastic." Very easy to set-up.

JAMES A.

2013-11-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Westcott set the bar.

These lights are great, easy to set up, and easy to use. I love the TD6.

James R.

2013-11-25T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I WOULD BUY THESE LIGHT KITS AGAIN AND A

THE LIGHT LOOKS VERY NATURAL LIKE WINDOW LIGHT IT'S POWERFUL ENOUGH TO GET GOOD EXPOSURE AT f 5.6 at a 60th of a second.

MELVIN T.

2013-05-26T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good

Solid construction, good value for the money. The tilter is metel and holds.

BART C.

Westcott Spiderlite TD6 Specifications

  • Rating

    1200W maximum tungsten
    300W fluorescent

  • Socket (Lampholder)

    E26 Edison base, ceramic x6

  • Mounting

    5/8" solid steel stud receiver with tilter bracket
    180ø lock-down turn knob

  • Cable

    15' (4.57 m) with inline power switch

  • Weight

    Without bulbs: 5.6 lb / 2.54 kg

  • UPC Code

    817967062206

About Westcott Spiderlite TD6

FEATURED REVIEWS

"Excellent For The Price"

By JAMES A.

Use: Within a soft box indoors, daylight balanced for outstanding lighting quality used for portraits.

Westcott set the bar.

By James R.

These lights are great, easy to set up, and easy to use. I love the TD6.

The Westcott Spiderlite TD6 (6220) adds another socket for a total of 6 for increased light output. This light fixture accepts optional tungsten halogen (3200K) lamps up to 1200W maximum as well as fluorescents (3200 - 6000K) and screw-mount flash. Three separate controls allow multiple combinations of bulbs together with no color shift. The TD6 has all-metal construction with 4 built-in receptacles for direct attachment of a 4-sided softbox without an adapter ring.

Three separate controls allow the ability to adjust light output, without changing color temperature. With an adjustable rheostat, every time adjustments are made, color temperature can shift greatly. By utilizing these switches, your color stays constant which means you are only white balancing your camera once! (Each switch controls 2 lamps)

The Spiderlite TD6 is constructed of all-metal, no plastic to break.

The Spiderlite TD6 offers the ability to switch between cool daylight fluorescent lamps to Tungsten Halogen hot lamps. Be prepared for any situation with one light head that can offer both options!

Award-Winning Output - The Spiderlite TD6 steadily produces up to 900 watts of illumination. With sockets placed evenly across the all-metal light head, light spreads evenly for maximized output.

Daylight Fluorescent or Tungsten Halogen - The Spiderlite TD6 is designed with the ability to take both fluorescent and tungsten-halogen bulbs. So, you can choose instantly between using warm or cool light temperatures without needing to exchange light heads.

Built-In Mounting System - Each Spiderlite head features built-in rod receptacles, allowing for softbox modification and mounting without the need of additional mounting brackets or speedrings. A built-in umbrella receptacle is included as well for quick umbrella modifying.

Simple Output Adjustment - Spiderlite TD6's output can be adjusted with separate controls located on the rear of the light head. Each switch controls the level of brightness by powering on or off a set of 2 bulbs.

Durable, Reflective Design - The light head is constructed with reflective metal, optimizing output and durability for years of use in your studio.

Effortless Light Placement - A protruding handle located on the rear of the Spiderlite gives you the ability to quickly rotate your light and the attached modifier a full 180-degrees with ease. Additionally, the Spiderlite head features an affixed tilter bracket for even more precise placement.

Assured Safety - The Spiderlite TD6 is designed to stay cool and resist heat, ensuring safe use even when shooting your most precious subjects. Pair with Westcott's professional softboxes, which feature double-layer heat resistant fabrics for ultimate in beautiful lighting and assured safety.

Westcott Spiderlite TD6 Features

  • Multi-source: Uses daylight fluorescent, tungsten halogen or screw-in strobe
  • Flexibility: Three independent power switches on rear of unit allow dimming without color shift
  • Durable: All metal construction, no plastic to break
  • Ergonomic: Handle allows for rotation of a softbox from a vertical to horizontal position

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Key Features

  • Uses daylight fluorescent, tungsten halogen or screw-in strobe
  • 3 power switches on rear of unit allow dimming without color shift
  • Durable: All metal construction, no plastic to break
  • Handle allows rotation of softbox from vertical to horizontal

What's in the box:

  • Westcott Spiderlite TD6 (110V AC)
  • Tilter Bracket
  • Westcott Warranty (Lamps Not Included)

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