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3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head (Gray)

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3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head (Gray)
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 88 lb
  • 360° Pan with Independent Lock
  • Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt
  • Arca-Type Compatible Clamp
The gray AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head from 3 Legged Thing is an Arca-type ball head with a load capacity of 88 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the included QR-OCTA Quick Release Plate. The quick release plate can be attached or removed from the integrated clamp located at the top of the head's ball-and-socket joint by using the clamp's push-and-pull cam lock lever. When opened, the lever can be rotated and flipped over so that when used to lock the clamp, the direction of the lever's motion best suits either a right- or left-handed user.
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3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Overview

The gray AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head from 3 Legged Thing is an Arca-type ball head with a load capacity of 88 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the included QR-OCTA Quick Release Plate. The quick release plate can be attached or removed from the integrated clamp located at the top of the head's ball-and-socket joint by using the clamp's push-and-pull cam lock lever. When opened, the lever can be rotated and flipped over so that when used to lock the clamp, the direction of the lever's motion best suits either a right- or left-handed user.

Dual retaining screws are included for use along the underside of the plate. These screws prevent the plate from accidentally sliding off the ball head when the clamp is opened. The quick release plate features a rubberized, non-slip platform while a built-in bubble level along the edge of the clamp opposite the cam lock lever accommodates landscape orientations.

By loosening the ball head's primary locking knob, the head's ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. Under the primary locking knob is a secondary locking knob, which controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.

AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head
  • Arca-type ball head with 88 lb load capacity
  • Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
  • Uses ball-and-socket joint to help maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility
  • Ball-and-socket joint provides 360° of swivel control, is tiltable down to a 90° angle, and can be locked into place
  • Large primary locking knob with knurled surface allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
  • Secondary locking knob with knurled surface allows head to rotate 360°
  • Integrated clamp on top of on the ball-and-socket joint is compatible with included QR-OCTA Quick Release Plate
  • Push-and-pull cam lock lever to secure compatible Arca-type quick release plates within the integrated clamp
  • When opened, cam lock lever can be rotated and flipped over so that when used to lock the clamp, the direction of the lever's motion best suits either a right or left-handed user
  • Built-in bubble level along the edge of the clamp opposite the cam lock lever accommodates landscape orientations
  • Durable magnesium alloy construction
QR-OCTA Quick Release Plate
  • Compatible with Arca-type quick release clamps
  • 1/4"-20 mount
  • Dual retaining screws along the underside of the plate prevent the plate from accidentally sliding off the AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head
  • Durable, aluminum alloy construction

3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
No
Load Capacity
88 lb / 39.92 kg
Weight
0.72 lb / 0.33 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
90°
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
88 lb / 39.92 kg
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
0.72 lb / 0.33 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.915 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.8 x 4 x 4"

3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Reviews

Good ballhead but the quick release is flawed

By Ian
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2024-02-07

The ball head is great and supports lots of weight. The one large knob is easy does a great job and is easy to use. However, the quick-release requires a very small adjust key to adjust and it need a lot of adjusting between different arca plates. Other lever release mechanisms allow you to rotate the lever to do fine adjusting but that is not the case with this one. For example the tripod plate on my tele lens foot needs a different amount of adjusting compared to the peak design plate on the bottom of my body. This flaw basically makes this unusable.

Functional With Quick Release

By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-11-15

I only just received this device and, therefore, have had only one opportunity to use this device in the field, covering a college football game. The lever release worked well as a quick release control to allow me to jettison my monopod, holster my camera and grab my other camera from my opposite holster. That said, the wear & tear on the cosmetic surface of the lever happens quickly. In addition, it was necessary to adjust the tension of the lever mid-game; I noticed that the Arca Swiss compatible lens collar plate was slightly loose at one point. The jury is out for long term eval, but for now I am quite pleased with the functionality of this ball head system.

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Can it work with a acra foot plate for long lens?

Can it work with a acra foot plate for long lens?
Asked by: Swee Lian
Yes, the 3 Legged Thing AirHed Pro Lever Ball Head is Arca-Swiss compatible.
Answered by: Leor M
Date published: 2024-03-28

Will this head slightly shift direction as you ...

Will this head slightly shift direction as you tighten the ball, especially when using long focus heavy lenses (for which this head is rated)?
Asked by: Wayne
once the ball head adjustment knob is in the locked position, the head will hold up to 30kg from top-down in a secure and stabile position.
Answered by: 3 Legged Thing
Date published: 2021-04-20

will it fit on my manfrotto tripod?

will it fit on my manfrotto tripod?
Asked by: barbara
Yes it will
Answered by: Vincenzo
Date published: 2020-10-29

Would this work with an L bracket?

Would this work with an L bracket?
Asked by: Amy
Yes, this Arca Swiss head is compatible with Arca Swiss compatible L brackets.
Answered by: 3 Legged Thing
Date published: 2021-02-09
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