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Steady Arm MINI Shock Absorbing Stabilizer

BH #STSA8005 • MFR #8-005
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Steady Arm MINI Shock Absorbing Stabilizer
Key Features
  • Heavy-Duty Shock-Absorbing Arm
  • For Smooth, Steady Footage
  • 11 lb Maximum Load, Mount on Vest or Rod
  • Clamps to a 1.3 to 1.4" Diameter Rod
Create smooth-motion shots with the heavy-duty MINI Shock Absorbing Stabilizer from Steady Arm. The arm utilizes hydraulic cylinders for smooth movement, and its solid shock-absorbing, spring-tension construction is designed to carry payloads up to 11 lb.
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Steady Arm 8-005 Overview

Create smooth-motion shots with the heavy-duty MINI Shock Absorbing Stabilizer from Steady Arm. The arm utilizes hydraulic cylinders for smooth movement, and its solid shock-absorbing, spring-tension construction is designed to carry payloads up to 11 lb.

The arm connects to a 1.3 to 1.4" diameter rod or pipe with a locking clamp, and adjustments are made via knobs at multiple points along the arm's joints to balance up and down movement. The shock-absorbing head provides additional shock absorption and offers a cheese plate with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting threads to mount a variety of camera or gimbal mounts such as the DJI Ronin 2 or MōVI.

Attach your gimbal to a vest, car, boat, or moving vehicle for a smooth, stable shot
Features a hydraulic damping support system and shock-absorbing springs
Clamps onto a 1.3 to 1.4" diameter rod or pipe
Multiple damping adjustment knobs to fine-tune balance
Shock-absorbing head features tension springs and a cheese head with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads to mount various gimbal or camera mounts
UPC: 794604458946

Steady Arm 8-005 Specs

Material of Construction
Aluminum, Steel
Payload Capacity
1.5 to 11 lb / 0.7 to 5 kg
Rod Compatibility
1.3 to 1.4" / 32 to 35 mm
Mounting Threads
1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16
Dimensions
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10 x 8 x 3.4"

Steady Arm 8-005 Reviews

Built well.

By Christopher
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-05

Built well, though I'm not sure if the metal rings are strong enough, currently attaching main spring to top plate.

Decent

By Christopher
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-04

Decently built

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does the Steady Arm Lightweight Mount Base ...

does the Steady Arm Lightweight Mount Base Vertical Pole work with this? Could I also get some dimensions of the shock absorber.
Asked by: Aaron
The Steady Arm MINI Shock Absorbing Stabilizer can mount onto the Steady Arm Lightweight Mount Base Vertical Pole. Steady Arm does not list the dimensions of the shock absorber.
Answered by: Tim Z
Date published: 2024-07-18

Can you remove the shock absorber from the arm ...

Can you remove the shock absorber from the arm and reinstall it upside down?
Asked by: Aaron
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