Lighting Grid

Joseph Stunzi

Joseph Stunzi

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Hey guys,

I'm trying to wire a lighting grid and wanted if anyone had any advice to offer? I have a 25 x 30 foot studio that I'm currently soundproofing. I've heard recommendations for 4 x 4 spacing.

My question is how best should I deal with wiring and all?
 
I think to start off you need to even the circuits between the 3 phases. I always have an electrician or gaffer to do this as it is very dangerous. If you can afford it I have found the arri ceramic lights to be the best choice in a studio environment.

-250W draw for 1K output
-Cool to the touch
-Interchangeable with HMI bulbs.

It might make you job a lot easier because you can power them straight off a wall with out too much concern for overloading your system. Depending on your system and your box, you might notice that all the outlets on the walls are fed off a single circuit. In our studio every wall/section has its own dedicated line and breaker.

I find electricity to be a very serious issue and always leave it in the hands of certified electricians. I would recommend to get a pro to look at your set up/box and cabling before you make any plans.

I hope this answers a part of you question.
 
Thanks Emre!

Are you using a 4' x 4' spacing in your grid? I've seen several different designs, but I think just putting plugs in the ceiling would be easiest. Wiring into the grid seems to make it a lot more complicated.
 
Yes right now we have 4X4 but thats going to be replaced in the next 6 months. We are re-doing the entire space.
 
emretufekci said:
Yes right now we have 4X4 but thats going to be replaced in the next 6 months. We are re-doing the entire space.
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Replaced? What's going to be different? Do you have any pictures you might be able to post?

Qzar said:
This article is pretty interesting... I'm not sure if it answers exactly the questions you are looking for but it is a definite must read for anyone interested in building a stage. I think this will be useful for you because it covers 100 amp stages.

http://www.theasc.com/education/stage/index.html
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Thanks for the link. It's definitely a good read as is anything from the ASC! I love their mag.
 
We are replacing older larger lights with ceramic ones. The grid shape and cabeling will change to accomidate the new lights. I will try to post before and after shots (might be a little while.).
 
- Yes we do have full curtains across.
- Our cabeling is running over the grid. (total of 30-35 lights).
- Our roof is 40-45 feet. I never measured the floor but you can probably park 20 cars.
 
Wow I'd love to checkout that studio! There's not a lot of threads on here on making your own studio! You seem to be a valuable source of information Emre!
 
To be perfectly honest most of the work will be contracted out. I hope to get the bidding done in the next 2 months(I actually thought it would have been 6 months ago.) Money still isnt here. I 'll try to keep some updates on this thread.
 
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