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Sachtler DV 12 FT MS flowtech

User Manual for Sachtler DV 12 FT MS flowtech 100 Tripod System

• Product category: Tripod Systems Sachtler
• Brand: Sachtler
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Product description

• DV 12SB Fluid Head (100mm)
  • Sachtler/Vinten Flowtech 100
  The Sachtler DV 12SB Fluid Head with a 100 mm bowl and integrated flat base fitting, and a load capacity of up to 31 lbs (14kg), is the choice for the professional videographer utilizing heavy camcorders who demands the smoothest pans and tilts as well as rapid setup. It features a 12-step counterbalance system with a 2.8" (70mm) sliding plate for perfect balance, and 5 steps of drag plus zero in both axes for whip pans. The Touch & Go quick-release system makes mounting and takedown a nonissue: no fumbling, no struggling, no worries. For complete flexibility and ease of operation in unforgiving circumstances, the DV-12SB is a sound choice.
  • Stepped counterbalance and fluid drag systems facilitate rapid, accurate setups
  • Illuminated bubble level is adjustable between 20 and 45 seconds
  • Touch & Go quick release system ensures rapid, accurate, and secure camera mounting
• flowtech 100 MS Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader & Rubber Feet The lightweight Sachtler flowtech 100 MS Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader offers notable stability and quick setup and adjustments for payloads up to 66 lb. The novel flowtech design features quick release locks at the top of the legs, eliminating the need to stoop while adjusting the tripod height. All three legs can be deployed simultaneously to quickly find their individual levels on uneven ground.The flowtech 100's versatile leg hinges adjust freely or can be locked at 20, 46, and 72° angles, providing a height range from 10" to 5' and reducing the need to carry a set of baby legs. Additional ergonomic features include a flatter leg design that's more comfortable when carrying on your shoulder, and magnetic locks that neatly snap the legs together for travel. Three handy 3/8"-16 threaded mounts can be used to attach a variety of accessories.Weighing only nine pounds with its spreader and feet, the flowtech 100 can support a payload of up to 66 pounds and extends from a minimum height of 20" to a maximum height of 61" when using the included mid-level spreader. Each leg features a single clamping lever that quickly and easily locks and unlocks the three sections.Designed with dual-spiked feet, this 100mm bowl tripod includes rubber feet that feature a quick release design for easy attaching and removal. A flowtech Carry Handle is included to enable carrying your flowtech system in one hand.
  Features
  • • Dual-stage, carbon fiber 100mm bowl tripod
    • Supports up to 66 pounds, yet weighs only 9 pounds
    • High torsional stability prevents the legs from twisting when panning your head
    • Brake levers at the top of the tripod quickly release all three sections simultaneously, enabling speedy setups
    • Flatter, ergonomic leg design for more comfortable over-the-shoulder carrying
    • A flexible hinge design enables high and low angles
    • The included mid-level spreader provides additional stability while enabling individual leg adjustment on uneven or stepped surfaces
    • Dual-spiked feet tripod includes quick release rubber feet for delicate or slippery surfaces
    • Magnetic locks snap the legs together for transport, but easily release for setup
    • Includes a carry handle for one-handed transportation
• 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

• Single Section Pan Bar (DV-100)

• Quick Release / Wedge Plate (#1063)

• Limited 1-Year Warranty, Extendable to 2-Years with Product Registration

• Mid-Level Carbon Fiber Spreader for flowtech 100

• Rubber Feet with Quick Release for flowtech 75/100 Tripod

• Carry Handle for flowtech Tripods

• Attachment Mount for flowtech 75 Tripod

• Tie-Down for flowtech 100 Tripod

• Limited 1-Year Warranty, Extendable to 2-Years with Product Registration

• Shoulder Strap

• Limited 1-Year Warranty, Extendable to 2-Years with Product Registration

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Technical parameters

• DV 12SB Fluid Head (100mm)

  Camera Plate Features	Sliding Balance Plate, Quick Release
  Camera Plate Type	Sachtler Touch & Go Plate 16
  Balance Plate Sliding Range	2.8" / 70 mm

  Base Mount	100 mm Half Ball

  Drag Control	Tilt: 5-Step Plus 0
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