Steel Lighting Truss U-Frame Dolly

610x800mm Steel U-Frame Dolly Base with Braked Wheels for Moving Head Lighting

Short Description

The DragonStage Steel U-Frame Dolly is a floor base and mobile support platform for modular U-Frame lighting systems. The standard plate is approximately 610×800×8mm, with steel construction and conical connection hardware. Depending on the selected configuration, it can be supplied without wheels or with 4 braked casters, allowing U-Frame lighting modules, moving heads, and LED fixtures to be arranged as freestanding or mobile stage-lighting structures.

Product Information

- Material: Steel

- Connection: conical connectors with bolt and splint
- Delivery includes: 2 half cones, 2 steel pins, 2 safety clips, 4 wheels 3.5'' w/brakes

- Dimensions 610 x 800 x 8mm (W x D x H):

- Weight: 31,5 kg

Product Description

The DragonStage Steel U-Frame Dolly is designed as the lower support base for modular U-Frame lighting systems.

Unlike the U-Frame itself, this product sits at floor level and provides the foundation for an upright lighting structure.

A typical configuration can follow this logic:

Steel Dolly Base → U-Frame Module → Moving Head or Stage Light

When wheels are added, the same system can also be moved around a stage, studio, exhibition area, or production space without dismantling the entire lighting frame.

For related modular structures, see Lighting Truss.

Floor Base for U-Frame Lighting Systems

The main function of the dolly is to allow a U-Frame lighting module to work as a floor-standing structure rather than only as a suspended element.

This creates another way to use the same modular lighting inventory.

Typical configurations include:

• single moving-head floor stands

• upright U-Frame lighting towers

• LED fixture displays

• DJ lighting structures

• stage-side lighting positions

• exhibition lighting displays

• studio lighting arrangements

The exact U-Frame dimensions and connection geometry should be confirmed before ordering.

610×800×8mm Steel Plate

The standard DragonStage product description lists a steel base plate of approximately:

610 × 800 × 8mm

The product-selection options also refer to this size class as approximately 80 × 60cm.

This steel plate provides a low floor-level base for the modular frame while keeping the lighting system separate from conventional large truss towers.

A larger 80 × 100cm wheeled configuration is also listed as an available option.

With Wheels or Without Wheels

The dolly can be configured according to how the lighting system will be used.

Without Wheels

This version is suitable when the U-Frame will remain in one location during the event or installation.

With Wheels

The mobile version can be fitted with:

4 × 3.5in casters with brakes

This makes it easier to reposition the lighting frame during:

• stage preparation

• rehearsal

• exhibition setup

• studio work

• backstage organization

• production changes

The brake function helps keep the mobile base in position after it has been moved to the required location.

Why Use a Mobile U-Frame Base?

A suspended U-Frame and a floor-standing U-Frame solve different production problems.

Suspended lighting requires an overhead support structure.

A dolly-based configuration allows lighting fixtures to be positioned directly from the floor.

This can be useful when:

• overhead rigging is unnecessary

• the fixture needs to remain close to floor level

• the lighting layout changes frequently

• lighting needs to be repositioned during setup

• a freestanding decorative lighting effect is required

For related fixtures, see Stage Light.

Modular Connection System

The confirmed connection package includes:

• 2 half cones

• 2 steel pins

• 2 safety clips

These components allow a compatible U-Frame to connect to the base plate.

Because the system remains modular, the U-Frame can later be removed and reused in another lighting configuration instead of being permanently welded to the base.

For other connection and mounting components, see Truss Accessories.

Designed for Moving Heads and LED Fixtures

The dolly can serve as the foundation for lighting structures carrying compatible fixtures such as:

• moving-head beam lights

• moving-head wash lights

• LED cans

• LED effect fixtures

• decorative stage lights

• club lighting

• exhibition lighting

Fixture dimensions and weight should be confirmed before selecting the final U-Frame and base configuration.

Useful for Rental and Touring Companies

For rental companies, one advantage of this product is that the base remains a separate reusable component.

The same dolly can potentially be combined with compatible U-Frames for different projects.

For example, one event may use:

Dolly + 1 U-Frame + Moving Head

while another event may use a larger modular lighting arrangement.

This reduces the need to manufacture one permanently fixed frame for every lighting layout.

For more unusual and modular lighting structures, see Typical Feature Truss System.

Difference Between This Dolly and the U-Frame Dolly Kit

This page is for the steel base / dolly itself.

It should not be confused with the complete U-Frame and dolly package.

The difference is:

This distinction makes it easier for customers to order replacement parts or build a system from individual modules.

Main Features

• Steel U-Frame floor base

• Standard plate approx. 610×800×8mm

• Nominal 80×60cm configuration

• Larger 80×100cm option available

• Optional wheels

• Wheeled version with 4 × 3.5in braked casters

• 2 half cones included

• 2 steel pins included

• 2 safety clips included

• Designed for modular U-Frame lighting systems

• Suitable for moving heads and LED fixtures

• Freestanding lighting configuration

• Reusable modular design

Typical Applications

• Moving-head floor lighting

• Concert stage lighting

• DJ lighting

• Club lighting

• Exhibition lighting

• Studio lighting

• Stage-side lighting

• Event visual effects

• Modular lighting towers

• Rental lighting systems

Compatibility Should Be Confirmed

When purchasing this dolly for an existing lighting system, please provide:

• U-Frame dimensions

• connector dimensions

• fixture model

• fixture dimensions

• fixture weight

• whether wheels are required

• preferred base size

Do not assume compatibility only because another product is also described as a “U-Frame”.

Important Product Note

The current DragonStage product information confirms:

• steel construction

• conical connection

• 2 half cones

• 2 steel pins

• 2 safety clips

• optional wheels

• 4 × 3.5in braked casters for the wheeled configuration

• standard plate approximately 610×800×8mm

• listed weight approximately 31.5kg for the standard published configuration

The final allowable fixture weight, maximum U-Frame height, mobile-use load, and complete assembly capacity should be confirmed according to the selected U-Frame, lighting fixture, and dolly configuration.

FAQ

What is a U-Frame Dolly?
It is a steel floor base used to support a compatible modular U-Frame lighting structure.

What is the standard size?
The standard published plate size is approximately 610×800×8mm, corresponding to the nominal 80×60cm configuration.

Is a larger version available?
Yes. An approximately 80×100cm wheeled configuration is also listed.

Is the dolly made of aluminum?
No. This particular base is made of steel.

Are wheels included?
It depends on the selected version. Both wheeled and non-wheeled configurations are available.

What wheels are used on the mobile version?
The current configuration lists 4 × 3.5in wheels with brakes.

What connection hardware is included?
The confirmed package includes 2 half cones, 2 steel pins, and 2 safety clips.

Can moving-head lights be used with this base?
Yes. The dolly can be combined with a compatible U-Frame for moving-head and other stage-lighting applications.

Can LED cans be used?
Yes. Compatible LED fixtures can also be mounted as part of the U-Frame lighting system.

Can I buy the base without wheels?
Yes. A non-wheeled configuration is available.

Can I buy only the dolly without the U-Frame?
Yes. This product page is specifically for the base / dolly component.

Can this replace the dolly in an existing U-Frame system?
Possibly, but connector geometry and U-Frame dimensions should be checked before ordering.

Why Choose DragonStage

DragonStage supplies complete Lighting Truss systems as well as individual modular components such as U-Frames, top drop arms, connectors, and floor bases.

For rental companies, the ability to buy one replacement component instead of replacing the complete lighting system can make inventory management much easier.

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For quotation, please provide:

• required base size

• with or without wheels

• U-Frame dimensions

• fixture model

• fixture weight

• required quantity

DragonStage can then confirm the suitable U-Frame dolly configuration.