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ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle

BH #ARCTH1 • MFR #K2.66227.0
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ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle
Key Features
  • For ARRI Cage System
  • For ARRI 3rd-Party Cameras Rigs
  • Multiple 3/8"-16 & 1/4"-20 Mounts
  • Robust Carrying Handle
Expand your options for mounting HD camera accessories like monitors, transmitters, mic holders, French flags, etc., on your ARRI camera rig by using the ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle. This sturdy carrying handle screws onto any single 3/8"-16 thread on the ARRI Cage System, and features multiple 3/8"-16 and 1/4"-20 threaded holes for attaching accessories. Designed for use with the ARRI Cage System, it will also work with many ARRI accessory-equipped third-party cameras.
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ARRI Top Handle Overview

Expand your options for mounting HD camera accessories like monitors, transmitters, mic holders, French flags, etc., on your ARRI camera rig by using the ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle. This sturdy carrying handle screws onto any single 3/8"-16 thread on the ARRI Cage System, and features multiple 3/8"-16 and 1/4"-20 threaded holes for attaching accessories. Designed for use with the ARRI Cage System, it will also work with many ARRI accessory-equipped third-party cameras.

Features
Sturdy carrying handle attaches to any single 3/8"-16 thread on the ARRI Cage System to provide accessory mounts
Adds multiple 3/8"-16 threaded mounting points to an ARRI Cage System, or third-party cameras using ARRI support systems

ARRI Top Handle Specs

Item Type
1x Handgrip for Top Side
Rotation
No
Main Attachment
1x 3/8"-16 Male Screw (Built-In)
Additional Mounting
Multiple 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Multiple Anti-Twist 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Materials
Metal
Dimensions
6.1 x 2.8 x 1.2" / 15.5 x 7 x 3 cm
Weight
8.3 oz / 235 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9 x 2.4 x 1.2"

ARRI Top Handle Reviews

high quality

By Kyle
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-02

High quality. Arri quality. All the way. Very. comfortable in the hand. I filmed all day with this handle and it never let me down.

Best cage handle, period.

By Scott
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-14

Using this to carry a Sigma fp cage setup rigged with a 5 SmallHD monitor and you couldn't ask for a more solid handle.

See any errors on this page?

Does the CTH-1 have locating pins either side of ...

Does the CTH-1 have locating pins either side of the 3/8 screw?
Asked by: Will
The ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle does not have ARRI anti-twist locating pins.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2022-06-28

Is it possible to adjust the perpendicular part ...

Is it possible to adjust the perpendicular part that goes from handle to cage/rig? Can that part be moved so that the handle becomes an "L" shape?
Asked by: Patrick
The ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle is not listed as being able to come apart.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2022-03-02

Does this top plate work with MAP2 or MAP1? I ...

Does this top plate work with MAP2 or MAP1? I know this is not made for it, but just curious if they fit.
Asked by: Yuki
Yes, ARRI CTH-1 Cage Top Handle is compatible with ARRI MAP-2 Adapter Plate and ARRI MAP-. However, the ARRI CCH-2 Center Camera Handle has a more solid connection with the plates.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2021-09-02

works in Sony FS7?

works in Sony FS7?
Asked by: ROBERTO
The Arri handle would not work with the Sony FS7. However, The following two parts would work. BH #WO193900 and this handle BH #SMHTN2362 and Nato Rail BH #WO151300
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2022-09-21
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