ARRI has recently launched a new addition to its Orbiter directional LED fixture lineup, the Beam accessory.
This innovative optic is designed to produce a highly focused, bright beam of light as narrow as 4 degrees. It serves to replicate the appearance of intense, far-away natural light sources like the sun or the moon.
Background of the ARRI Orbiter
First introduced in 2019, the ARRI Orbiter has been marketed as a flexible, adjustable, and directional LED lighting solution, powered by a 6-color RGBACL engine. Over the years, ARRI has expanded its range of Orbiter accessories, which now includes a variety of items such as softboxes, light domes, barn doors, and unique optics.
Orbiter Optical Accessories
Orbiter Optical AccessoriesThe optical accessories line for the Orbiter features 25-degree and 35-degree projection optics, Open Face attachments in 15-degree, 30-degree, and 60-degree configurations, as well as a motorized Fresnel lens capable of narrowing the Orbiter’s light output to a 15-degree beam. The latest addition, the Beam optic, stands out for its ability to focus light into an even narrower 4-degree beam.
Features of the ARRI Orbiter Beam
The Beam, when attached to the Orbiter, generates a parallel, laser-like light beam with a 4-degree angle. This performance is likened to that of an ARRI M18 HMI fixture but with a more concentrated focus. The Beam is particularly useful for simulating powerful natural light sources, and it offers flexibility in lighting techniques, from direct lighting to achieve a harsh sunlight effect to bouncing light off surfaces for a gentler illumination.
The Beam accessory consists of two separate components: a reflector and a snoot, which can be detached for easier storage. While the reflector can be used on its own, ARRI recommends combining it with the snoot for optimal results.
The Beam measures 57.3 by 54.8 by 54.8 cm (22.6 by 21.6 by 21.6 inches) and weighs 5.9 kg (13 lbs). It connects to the Orbiter’s front through the Quick Lighting Mount (QLM) system, enabling the light fixture to automatically recognize the accessory, provided it is equipped with LiOS2 firmware or newer versions.
News source: https://www.arri.com/en/lighting/led/orbiter/accessories/optics/beam
