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iFootage MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm with QR Mounting (11")

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iFootage MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm with QR Mounting (11")
Key Features
  • 11" Articulating Arm for Attachments
  • QR Adapter Ends
  • Shoe Adapter on One End
  • 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and ARRI Anti-Twist
QR mounting modules on each end make this flexible 11" long MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm from iFootage a valuable tool to speed up your workflow while keeping your attached accessories safe. The arm supports up to 13.2 lb and features a QR cold shoe mounting foot on one end and a combination 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 QR mounting module with ARRI-Anti-twist pins on the other. The module allows you to select between 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and 3/8"-16 with ARRI anti-twist pins.
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iFootage Spider Crab Overview

QR mounting modules on each end make this flexible 11" long MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm from iFootage a valuable tool to speed up your workflow while keeping your attached accessories safe. The arm supports up to 13.2 lb and features a QR cold shoe mounting foot on one end and a combination 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 QR mounting module with ARRI-Anti-twist pins on the other. The module allows you to select between 1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, and 3/8"-16 with ARRI anti-twist pins.

The arm allows you to mount and position accessories such as lights or a monitor onto a cold shoe. The QR system features a dual-lock safety system independent of the arm's central locking knob, and the QR system also allows you to swap out adapter ends for optional replacements for more flexibility. Anti-slip gears in the center hub hold the arm in the position you set when tightening the central locking lever, which also locks the ends in position.

QR Attachment Modules
The QR modules allow you to attach the module to your accessory or camera/cage/support, and then mount the arm on the module and secure it with the dual locking system. This makes it easier to attach the arm to your camera or accessory, as you don't have to contend with the length of the arm or that it is already attached to the camera or accessory. It also enables you to leave just the QR attached to the module when packing your gear away, and you can source additional modules and pre-attach them to your accessory for an even faster workflow.
1/4"-20, 3/8"-16, ARRI Anti-Twist Module
This module features a flip-up twist tab that lets you engage either the 1/4"-20 thread or raise a 3/8"-16 sleeve around the 1/4"-20 screw. Continuing to twist the tab engages the ARRI-compatible anti-twist pins. Reversing the direction of the twist disengages the pins, and then the sleeve.
UPC: 842355120350

iFootage Spider Crab Specs

Load Capacity
13.2 lb / 6 kg
Top Mount
1/4"-20 Male
3/8"-16 Male
ARRI 3/8"-16 Anti-Twist
Bottom Mount
Shoe Adapter
Points of Articulation
3
Material of Construction
Aluminum, Steel
Maximum Length
11" / 27.9 cm
Weight
15.5 oz / 440 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.38 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.2 x 4.6 x 2.3"

iFootage Spider Crab Reviews

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It looks as though the cold-shoe end can be ...

It looks as though the cold-shoe end can be removed, and underneath is a screw mount. Do the screw mounts on both ends have Arri style locating pins?
Asked by: Michael
Regarding the iFootage MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm with QR Mounting (11"), yes, you can remove the cold shoe and no, there are no Arri locating pins.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2022-07-08

How long is it?

How long is it?
Asked by: Bernardo
Here are some specs on the following item WEIGHT 440g PAYLOAD 6kg LENGTH 11 inches MATERIALS Aluminium alloy & stainless steel
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2021-08-16

can the 11 inch version be mounted without a shoe ...

can the 11 inch version be mounted without a shoe adapter on to a 3/8 or 1/4 screw ?
Asked by: Ajeet
Yes, the shoe mount can be unscrewed allowing you to use the screw on the iFootage MA5-6 Spider Crab Magic Arm with QR Mounting (11").
Answered by: Peterm
Date published: 2022-01-30

Will iFootage offer spare end bits? It would be ...

Will iFootage offer spare end bits? It would be nice to have extra mounting bits pre-mounted to other gear and as backup if the mount gets lost.
Asked by: David
They did have them on the website for Ifootage but they are sold out im guessing because of the supply chain issues. But it does seem they will offer them just depends on if B&H will carry them.
Answered by: Russell
Date published: 2022-01-16
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