8mm Forum: 16mm Projector Stands

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Posted by Paul Mason (Member # 4015) on March 11, 2014, 07:55 AM:

Years ago I had a Premier projector table by Robert Rigby Ltd made of steel. It folded flat and was very strong and stable but was very heavy and I tended to get my fingers caught in it putting it away. Unfortunately I sold with a projector 20 years ago. Recently I've regretted this as the lightweight twin tray types have not been high enough or strong enough. Really strong used stands are hard to find. I know you can get Unicol single column stands new. Are there cheaper alternatives or is it a case of make your own?

Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on March 12, 2014, 03:00 AM:

At one time 16mm projector owners had a wide choice of suitable stands from various manufacturers, now, perhaps the only provider is Unicol. They offer an almost build-it-yourself item, but at a price to match.

As you say, the little two-tier folding stands are not really suitable for 16mm use, not high enough, or strong enough.

If you do manage to find a suitable stand the postage may almost be as much as the purchase price.

Have you seen the very smart-looking Unicol stand for sale on eBay only about 13 miles from you in Godalming? It has a starting price (no bids at present) of £110.

It look great and quite superb, although it does not state the size of the table.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Unicol-Projector-Stand-/191097319520?pt=UK_Sound_Vision_Projector_Mounts_Stands&hash=item2c7e49b060

Posted by Paul Mason (Member # 4015) on March 12, 2014, 06:19 AM:

Many thanks for the kind suggestion Maurice. I live on the eastern edge of Aldershot so Godalming is less than 10 miles. It's certainly a "Rolls-Royce" solution however I don't need the versatility of the tilting platform and height adjustment so I will have to keep looking.

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