ARRI 9.7" 4-Leaf Barndoor Set True Blue

Precise 9.7" Fresnel Light Control

This ARRI 4-leaf barndoor set shapes and directs the beam from Fresnel fixtures with a 9.7" diameter. The four adjustable leaves allow cinematographers and gaffers to place light exactly where it is needed or keep it away from specific areas. It creates a three-dimensional look by controlling spill and defining edges on professional sets. The True Blue finish identifies the accessory within ARRI's ecosystem.

Physical Limits of Barndoor Shaping

Barndoors narrow a fixture's native beam spread but cannot alter the optical quality of the Fresnel lens itself. The 9.7" aperture defines the maximum leaf size, so control precision is bounded by that diameter. Light spill is reduced, not eliminated; some bounce from the interior surfaces or the subject environment remains. The number of leaves and their length set the hard limit for how sharply the beam edge can be cut.

Quick Mounting on Compatible Fresnels

The set slides into the accessory holder of a matching 9.7" Fresnel and secures with a locking screw or latch. No tools are required for standard installation, allowing rapid changes between setups. Misalignment occurs if the fixture's accessory slot is bent or worn, preventing a secure lock. Users must verify the light's front diameter matches 9.7" exactly; other sizes will not fit or hold safely.