Understanding Fixture Weight and Rigging Considerations

When working with LED moving head lights, understanding their weight and proper rigging is essential for both safety and performance reliability. Whether in a theater, concert hall, nightclub, or outdoor stage, each lighting fixture contributes to the load on truss systems, and miscalculations can lead to accidents or failure.

Why Fixture Weight Matters
LED moving heads typically weigh between 6 kg to 25 kg per unit, depending on features like optics, motor mechanisms, and cooling systems. For example, the Martin ERA 150 Wash weighs about 7.3 kg (16.1 lb) yet still delivers powerful output and versatile zoom capabilities, making it a compact yet high-performance fixture