Stands

Lighting stands are freestanding supports used to position stage lights, studio fixtures, cameras and other equipment at the required height and angle when overhead rigging is not available or practical. From compact club stands for mobile DJs and small venues to heavy-duty overhead stands for studio and broadcast use, the Doughty stand range covers the full spectrum of entertainment and production applications.

Part of our entertainment and stage rigging range. Browse all rigging accessories or visit our rigging hardware guide for more information.

Types in this range

Club stands — compact, lightweight tripod stands for the club circuit and small venues; steel and aluminium construction with die-cast lock-off knobs and non-slip rubber feet
Studio stands — heavier-duty stands for TV and photography studios; designed for repeated daily use with higher load capacities
Combo stands — versatile professional stands suitable for a wide range of theatre, touring and studio applications
Overhead stands — high load capacity stands for positioning large lighting accessories, backdrops and overhead fixtures; suited to studio and film set use
Roller stands — stands mounted on castors for easy repositioning during get-in and rehearsal without fully disassembling the rig
Followspot stands — stable, precision stands designed to support followspot fixtures at the correct operating height and angle
Winch stands — crank-operated stands for safely raising heavy lighting rigs and truss systems to working height
Baby roller stands — compact, low-profile roller stands for close-to-floor lighting positions and studio use

What to look for

Load capacity (SWL) — always verify the stand's rated load against the combined weight of fixture, clamp and any accessories
Maximum height — check the stand reaches the required working height for your application
Tube diameter — most Doughty stands accept standard 28mm or 35mm spigots; confirm compatibility with your fixtures and adaptors
Stability — use sandbags on stand legs when working at height or in public areas

Safety note: Always sandbag lighting stands in any location where people may be present. Never exceed the stand's rated load capacity.