Professional Apple Box Rental Essential Grip Support for Film, Photography & Production Sets The Apple Box is one of the most versatile pieces of grip equipment used on professional film, television, photography, and commercial production sets. Despite its simple wooden construction, an Apple Box can perform dozens of functions on set. It can be used to raise a light stand, adjust the height of an actor or product, support props, level equipment on uneven surfaces, create temporary seating, or provide additional height for camera and lighting crews. Professional Apple Boxes are generally supplied in four standard sizes: Full Apple Box Half Apple Box Quarter Apple Box Pancake Apple Box Using different sizes individually or stacking them together gives the camera and lighting crew precise control over equipment and subject height. Apple Boxes are commonly used by: Cinematographers Camera Operators Gaffers Key Grips Lighting Technicians Photographers Art Departments Production Crews Their strong wooden construction makes them suitable for demanding professional production environments. Feature Description 1. Full Apple Box The Full Apple Box is the largest standard Apple Box and provides maximum elevation and support. Common uses include: Raising Talent Supporting Equipment Temporary Seating Camera Operator Platform Lighting Support Product Elevation Prop Support A standard Full Apple Box is approximately 20″ × 12″ × 8″, although dimensions may vary slightly by manufacturer. 2. Half Apple Box The Half Apple Box provides approximately half the height of a Full Apple Box. Typical approximate dimensions: 20″ × 12″ × 4″ Ideal for: Moderate Height Adjustment Camera Positioning Product Photography Lighting Equipment Talent Positioning 3. Quarter Apple Box The Quarter Apple Box provides smaller and more precise height adjustment. Typical approximate dimensions: 20″ × 12″ × 2″ Useful for: Fine Height Adjustments Leveling Equipment Product Shoots Camera Support Lighting Setups 4. Pancake Apple Box The Pancake Apple Box is the thinnest commonly used Apple Box. Typical approximate dimensions: 20″ × 12″ × 1″ Perfect for: Minor Level Correction Small Height Adjustments Camera & Tripod Support Product Positioning Uneven Floors 5. Heavy-Duty Wooden Construction Professional Apple Boxes are manufactured from strong plywood or similar durable materials designed for repeated production use. They provide: High Strength Stable Support Long-Term Durability Professional Set Performance 6. Stackable Design Multiple Apple Boxes can be stacked to create different working heights. This is particularly useful for: Camera Operators Actors Lighting Equipment Props Product Photography Temporary Platforms Different combinations of Full, Half, Quarter, and Pancake boxes allow precise height adjustment. 7. Multiple Working Positions An Apple Box can be positioned in different orientations depending on the required height. A Full Apple Box can commonly be placed: Flat On its side Upright This provides multiple height options from a single box. 8. Camera Department Applications Apple Boxes are frequently used around professional camera setups. Applications include: Raising Camera Operators Supporting Camera Accessories Adjusting Tripod Position Temporary Equipment Support Leveling Camera Platforms They are particularly useful on complicated studio and location setups. 9. Lighting & Grip Applications Apple Boxes are an essential part of professional grip packages. They can assist with: Raising Light Stands Supporting Reflectors Positioning Props Leveling Grip Equipment Supporting Frames Adjusting Equipment Height They are commonly carried alongside C-Stands, combo stands, sandbags, flags, cutters, skimmers, and other grip equipment. 10. Talent & Interview Positioning Apple Boxes can help adjust the height of actors, presenters, models, and interview subjects. Useful for: Interviews Corporate Videos Fashion Shoots Portrait Photography Television Productions Commercials They can help achieve better framing without unnecessarily changing the entire camera setup.