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Rectangular 16 by 48 inch Bowens mount softbox with silver interior fabric and front diffusers

Glow Edge

Glow Edge 16x48" Quick Strip Rectangular Bowens Mount Softbox

SKU CH-E8C8-MRZJW

A 16 by 48 inch rectangular softbox with Bowens mount, EZ Lock umbrella-style setup, internal and external diffusers, deflector disk and eggcrate grid for directional portrait and fashion lighting

  • Umbrella-style EZ Lock opens and closes in seconds
  • Internal and external diffusers plus eggcrate grid shape directional light
  • Deflector disk eliminates centre hot spot for even spread
  • 16 x 48 inch rectangular format covers full-length subjects
  • Lightweight aluminium frame suits studio and location work

16x48" Quick Strip Softbox

The Glow Edge 16x48" Quick Strip is a rectangular Bowens-mount softbox built for fashion and portrait photographers who need a long, narrow light source. Its EZ Lock frame opens and closes like an umbrella, removing the frustration of threading rods through speed-ring holes. The collapsible design suits both studio work and location travel.

Thermals, noise and power draw

Passive construction means the softbox generates no heat, emits no fan noise and draws no electrical power itself. Temperature and acoustics depend entirely on the strobe or continuous light mounted behind the Bowens adapter. The opaque deflector disk spreads output evenly to prevent a central hot spot.

Build quality and daily mounting

Aluminium support ribs give the frame structural stability while keeping the unit light enough for frequent transport. Internal and external diffusers plus an egg-crate grid attach via hook-and-loop edges for quick light-shaping changes. The Bowens speed-ring adapter locks securely to compatible studio heads, so the long strip stays aligned during extended shoots.

Highlights

  • Umbrella-style EZ Lock opens and closes in seconds
  • Internal and external diffusers plus eggcrate grid shape directional light
  • Deflector disk eliminates centre hot spot for even spread
  • 16 x 48 inch rectangular format covers full-length subjects
  • Lightweight aluminium frame suits studio and location work

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I assemble the 16x48" softbox without bending the aluminum rods?

Push the center shaft until the EZ Lock clicks into place; the four ribs spring open automatically — never force the rods into the speedring holes manually.

Which diffuser or grid will degrade first and need replacement?

The fabric eggcrate grid is the most fragile element; its cells can crush or tear during frequent collapse, while the internal and external diffusion panels last longer.

At what point does the Bowens-mount speedring become the limiting factor during long shoots?

The aluminum speedring transfers heat from the strobe; after extended high-power bursts it can become too hot to adjust without gloves, signalling a thermal pause.

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