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SKU
312599
MPN
HM4000

Cartoni Master 40 Head w/ Dovetail Camera Plate & 2 Telescopic Pan Bars

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  • Supports payloads up to 115 lb
  • Flat base for use with flat or Mitchell mounts
  • V-shaped wedge plate for heavy loads
  • Continuous fluid drag and counterbalance
  • ±90° tilt range and 360° pan capability
  • Patented "planetary" fluid system
  • Sliding camera platform with quick release
  • Digital readout for counterbalance
  • Illuminated bubble level with replaceable battery
  • Includes one telescopic pan handle, second handle optional

The Master 40 Fluid Head by Cartoni is a versatile and high-capacity fluid head crafted to support broadcast or cinema camera rigs weighing up to 115 lb. Featuring a flat base, it effortlessly integrates with tripods or pedestals using flat or Mitchell mounts. Designed for precision, the V-shaped wedge plate accommodates substantial loads, while the sliding camera platform enables optimal balancing. The Master 40's counterbalance system, utilizing patented steel cable technology, includes continuously adjustable counterbalance with a digital readout for accurate tuning. Combined with the patented "planetary" fluid system, it offers fluid drag control that ranges from freewheeling to maximum drag, both in pan and tilt movements. Its maximum tilt range of ±90° and 360° pan capability ensure comprehensive movement for any demanding shoot. Operational ease is enhanced with ergonomic brake levers, operating knobs, and an illuminated bubble level, powered by a replaceable battery. The package includes one pan handle, adaptable for either right- or left-hand use, with the option for a second handle. With the Cartoni Master 40, you have reliable support for your heaviest camera setups.

Features

  • Supports payloads up to 115 lb
  • Flat base for use with flat or Mitchell mounts
  • V-shaped wedge plate for heavy loads
  • Continuous fluid drag and counterbalance
  • ±90° tilt range and 360° pan capability
  • Patented "planetary" fluid system
  • Sliding camera platform with quick release
  • Digital readout for counterbalance
  • Illuminated bubble level with replaceable battery
  • Includes one telescopic pan handle, second handle optional
In the Box
  • Cartoni Master 40 Fluid Head with Wedge Plate and Pan Handle
  • Wedge Plate
  • Pan Handle
  • Tie-Down Knob
  • Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
  • Register your product within 30 days to receive an additional 2-year warranty, extending coverage to a total of 5 years.
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SKU312599
BrandsCartoni
MPNHM4000
Product ConditionNew
Specifications
Key Specs
Camera Mounting 3/8"-16 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Wedge Plate)
Head Type Fluid Head
Drag Control Yes
Load Capacity 115 lb / 52.2 kg
Weight 33.1 lb / 15 kg
Head
Base Mount Mitchell Flat Base
Counter Balance Continuous
Pan & Tilt
Independent Pan Lock Yes
Independent Tilt Lock Yes
Vertical Tilt +90° to -90°
Lateral Tilt No
General
Accessory Mounting 2x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level Yes (Illuminated)
Additional Features
Telescopic Pan Bar 2 included, second ordered separately
Camera Plate Type Large sliding camera platform with quick release dovetail
Brochure Available for download
Manual Master40 User manual v2.0 available for download
Warranty
Free Warranty Register within 30 days to receive additional two years for a total of five years
WARNING: This product may expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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