Honeycomb grid for softboxes and LED panels that narrows light spread to 60° beam angle with 1–2 stops of light loss.
Definition
The Egg Crate 60° is a honeycomb grid attachment for softboxes and LED panels with a 60° beam angle. The grid, made of black plastic or fabric, limits spill light and sharpens the light direction.
Practical Application
This lighting element is used in various professional scenarios:
- Spill Control: Prevents unwanted illumination of backgrounds or adjacent objects.
- Light Shaping: Focuses diffuse light without creating hard shadows.
- Contrast Building: Maintains soft light quality with precise control.
- Multi-Light Setups: Avoids overlap of different light sources.
Technical Details
Important technical features include:
- 60° beam angle with a typical 1-2 stop light loss.
- Velcro or magnetic attachment to softboxes.
- Honeycomb structure usually with 40x40mm or 50x50mm cell size.
- Material: Flame-retardant plastic or coated fabric.
Practical Tips
- Correct exposure by 1-2 stops after mounting.
- Distance to the light source influences the sharpness of the light control.
- Use a spot meter for precise measurement of the controlled light field.
- Clean only with a soft brush – the structure is fragile.
Professional Standards
In professional film and television production, Egg Crates enable:
- Repeatable lighting characteristics across multiple shooting days.
- Quick setup changes without repositioning lights.
- Reduced grip effort through fewer flags and gobos.
- Broadcast-compliant image quality through controlled lighting.
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