Sachtler aktiv10 flowtech 100 GS Tripod System

OVERVIEW

• aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head
• flowtech 100 Tripod, Rubber Feet &Bag
• SpeedSwap Clamp-Style Base
• SpeedLevel Technology

The Sachtler aktiv10 flowtech 100 GS Tripod System pairs the activ10 fluid head with the lightweight, carbon fiber flowtech 100 GS tripod with ground spreader. This kit offers lightning fast SpeedSwap technology, a sideload camera plate, 15 levels (+0) of counterbalance, 7 levels (+0) of pan and tilt drag, and stable support for camera rigs weighing up to 26.5 lb. A padded carrying bag rounds out this tripod kit.

Sachtler aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head with SpeedLevel & 7-Step Drag (100mm Ball)

The aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head uses Sachtler's truly innovative SpeedLevel technology to provide almost instant mounting and leveling of your camera rig on your tripod. The clamp and stud SpeedLevel system saves precious time leveling your camera rig by eliminating the need to screw on a tie-down knob. Designed for documentary, news, and corporate production, the aktiv10 supports camera rigs weighing up to 26.5 pounds. This 100mm ball fluid head also features 15 steps of counterbalance, seven steps of pan and tilt drag, and zero settings for both balance and drag.

The proprietary Sachtler SpeedLevel technology replaces the traditional head screw and tie-down design with a strong clamp built into the head bowl and a stud component that clamps onto your tripod bowl or other mounting platform, such as a slider. Simply grasp the large lever on the head and pull it up to release the clamp, then press it down to lock your head in place. Partially lifting the lever allows you to quickly and easily level the head.

When used with a separately available flowtech tripod, the aktiv10 enables you to spread the legs flat for extremely low shots without a tie-down knob getting in the way. You can also mount your head directly onto a slider using a separately available aktiv system stud that screws onto support systems with a 3/8"-16 threaded stud.

The active 10's PrismBubble is a built-in prism level with two viewing windows that enable you to more easily level the head when the legs are at set at maximum height or at an awkward angle. The bubble level also has two levels of illumination—press once to light up the bubble level or hold longer to illuminate both the bubble level and the counterbalance and drag settings, a boon when working in darker environments.

Mount your camera using the included Sideload Plate S that has both a 1/4-20 camera screw and a locating pin to prevent twisting. With a sliding range of 4.7", this head balances quickly to accommodate variously configured rigs. The Sachtler aktiv10 head also features a detachable pan bar that can be mounted onto the rosettes on either the right or left side of the head.

Features

SpeedLevel Technology

Use the large integrated lever to quickly mount, level, and lock the head on your tripod or other base; lift up to release, lift partially to level, and press down to lock the head firmly in place

SpeedSwap Base

Centered around a metal stud, the SpeedSwap base clamps onto any 100mm bowl tripod or the separately available slider base; additional bases can be purchased separately to fit a second tripod, dolly, or slider

PrismBubble Level

The illuminated PrismBubble is visible from any height or angle, saving you time when leveling at higher or lower positions

26.5 lb Capacity Fluid Head

This 26.5 lb capacity fluid head is suited for pro-style digital cine cameras and larger DSLR and mirrorless camera rigs

Stepped Counterbalance and Drag

Fifteen steps of counterbalance and seven steps of pan and drag plus zero settings, for free spins and tilts

Sideload Plate S

The Sideload Plate S has 4.7" of travel for balancing your rig and both a 1/4"-20 camera screw and a locating pin

Sachtler flowtech 100 mm Carbon Fiber Tripod (Ground Spreader)

The Sachtler flowtech 100 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Ground Spreader eschews the common single or double carbon fiber tube design; instead it has redesigned the shape of the legs for improved torsional strength. The legs weigh 8.8 pounds, yet they can support a payload of up to 66 pounds, and extend from a minimum height of 16.9" to a maximum height of 62.6" when using the included removable ground spreader. Each leg features a single clamping lever that locks and unlocks the sections.

Each leg extends or retracts independently from the other two, and when it is detached from the spreader each leg can pivot without affecting the other legs. This is especially useful when working on rough or uneven terrain. You can remove the spreader completely and lock each leg in one of three positions, so you can work without a spreader if you wish. This enables you to spread the legs extremely wide for low shots while the tripod legs maintain their torsional stability. The dual spikes at the end of each leg provide extra grip when working on softer ground.

Features

• Dual-stage, carbon fiber, 100mm bowl tripod.
• Three 3/8"-16 accessory mounting holes are integrated into the outside of the 100mm bowl.
• The legs by themselves weigh only 8.8 pounds but support up to 66 pounds.
• The design and construction of the legs provide tremendous torsional stability. In other words, the legs resist twisting when you pan the tripod head.
• Each leg features a single clamping lever lock design at the top of the leg, near the 100mm bowl. This allows you to loosen all three leg sections from a single location, saving you time while reducing the wear and tear on your body as you don't have to bend down to loosen a lock at the bottom to lower or raise the legs.
• The legs incorporate a locking mechanism that enables the legs to move freely for working with a spreader, or to lock at one of three angles when working without a spreader.
• With the spreader, the height range is 16.9 to 62.6". However, if you remove the ground spreader and utilize the built-in locking mechanism, the usable height range is 10.2 to 60.2".

Sachtler ENG 2 Padded Bag

The Sachtler ENG 2 Padded Bag is a soft tripod bag designed to carry various Sachtler tripods with fluid heads up to 35" long. The case is made from water-resistant Cordura nylon and can be carried by the interlocking handles or the attached, adjustable shoulder strap.

Construction

• Water-resistant Cordura nylon
• Padded interior
• Zipper closure

Carrying options

• Interlocking handles
• Attached, adjustable shoulder strap

Compatible with

• Sachtler DV 2, DV 4, DV 6 and DV 8 systems on ENG 75/2 D tripod
• Sachtler DV 8 with 100mm ball, DV 12, DV 15, Video 15, Video 18, Video 20 fluid heads on 2-fold extension or Speed Lock CF tripods