Can the tip mounting plate be removed so I can attached an arca -swiss mount?
1638783
This is my first Tripod ball head purchase. Upon close inspection and trial I found a 3/16" allen screw. I attempted to loosen but it was securly attached and I did not want to attempt using brut force our placing the head in a vice. I have found this ball head to be quite adequate for my purposes. I have mounted a Canon 7D plus a 70-300mm Canon lens with a tripod collar. I hope this is some help for you.
1638784
Ivan not to what others have said...if the plate size is the same it should slide right in, and be tightened by the side screw
1638785
I am guessing yes! The top left knob works like a vice and releases the side pressure on the mounting plate. The orange button top center is a safety release which allows you to leave the mounting plate attached to the camera. As long as the arca -swiss mount has the same dimensions it should work! The 2 mounting plates that come with this particular ball head measures 2 inches by 1 5/8 inches. I hope this helps.
1638786
personally I have not tried it, but what I have read, I think the angles are different and it wont fit...
90421
While I dont believe this is a problem and the RESA plate should fit nicely . I would check whith the mount manufacture if you are really concerned.
54502
Sure can... I have a bolt on 4" to 5" tip. After installing I tack welded the tip so it couldn't be removed or stolen... The medal is plenty thick , just watch your amps, don't go to hot with the weld.
1396461
All ArcaSwiss-compatible plates will fit. But attention: The original Amazon plate is a little bit smaller, so compatible plates may seem too big because the clamp is adjusted too tight from the factory and the safety bolt disturbs, too. Adjust the clamp by the hidden screw in the turning knob and You can lay in in and fix every compatible plate You want.
1677805
Yes it is arca swiss compatible, and comes with 1 arca swiss plate. for (I am assuming) a spare plate, just do a google search or search here on Amizon for arca swiss plates.Just be aware that even though the arca swiss are all compatible...the safety lock/pin that keep the plate from sliding off the head when the main clamp is loosened may or may not work with an brand other than Dolica's plates. If you have a camera store in your area you can bring in this tripod in (if it is the one you decide on) and test fit the plates they carry to make sure that everything locks properly.
1791350
You can mount it directly on the plate, but I don't recommend that method. The free quick release plate will be good enough or you can use your own.
1987497
Yes, the lamp fixture can be removed from the mounting clamp; mounting the clamp would be a true challenge if the lamp couldn't be removed. And the pin that fits into the clamp is 1/2", and additionally has a plastic bushing that has a diameter of about 5/8".
1092778
I assume you intend to "clamp" the clamp to the the rail as opposed to attaching to the rail with a bolt. This clamp has perfectly clamped every plate I've tried with it which includes those from at least 3 different manufacturers. It should fit your rail but you have to confirm that your rail is indeed "arca swiss" compatible. It does not have to be made by Arca but the dovetail has to be correct. 38 mm sounds right but you never know ... Go somewhere where there are serious photographers. Ask to try your plate on their clamp. If it works, then it will work on the above clamp! If, instead, you are intending bolt the clamp onto the rail, it all depends on what and where holes are tapped into the rail! Hope this helps, Steve
276186
Sorry. I don't have mine mounted. It does look like you would be able to remove it easily but not 100%.
1256490
I just took measurements of two different Acra-Swiss type plates that I have on on my body and one of my lenses with some Calipers, both of them measured right around 38mm (one just under, the other just over). As you know most Arca-Swiss clamps have a two stop feature where you have to pull out the knob to completely open the clamp. My base opens to more than 42mm when fully open.
77616
Not easily. They extend for the entire length of the chassis, but are held on by (two) screws. It looks like it should be possible to remove the screws and the side plates, but I haven't tried it yet. Don't know if there's a chassis cover under the plates.
327308
No. This is Arca Swiss. If you need adapters for the Manfrotto and Arca Swiss mounts, look at Custom SLR's M-Plate.
189144
The L-bracket fitting is standard Arca-Swiss hardware. I don't own the Sony tripod in question, and the BHPhotovideo site that I consulted doesn't describe the adaptor plate well enough to tell for certain if it is Arca Swiss, but it looks very similar. Store.sony.com doesn't even list the tripod. I use mine with a small Acratech ball head, and it functions quite well. Perhaps a call or email to Bhphotovideo.com would help?
2135769
You can unscrew the coil from the mount. A weather cap is also included for when you do this.
503231
You will have to use their tips. I don't use the soldering part of the unit. I have two Weller soldering stations. I only use the hot air part of the unit for removing surface mount components. It works great for that purpose.
2252413
Giottos plates must state that they are "arca-swiss" compatable to work with this type of clamp. Arca-swiss compatable plates are dove tailed on two edges of the plate if that helps.
1092777
This clamp is made to the Arca-Swiss standard, so as long as your plate is made to the same standard, it should work just fine. I bought this as a cheap option for a seldom-used monopod, and it's worked with my Really Right Stuff gear with no problems.