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a collection of photos by Eric Chesak

www.ericchesak.com

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Shortened Tripod

Modification of a camera tripod
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  • Stock Benro A3580F tripod with aluminum legs.

Short Stance - 22.6"
Tall Stance (column not extended) - 
Weight - 5.3 lbs

    Stock Benro A3580F tripod with aluminum legs. Short Stance - 22.6" Tall Stance (column not extended) - Weight - 5.3 lbs

  • A view of the Clip-lock

    A view of the Clip-lock

  • The clip lock loosened and separated from the leg. The next section of the leg is visible inside.

    The clip lock loosened and separated from the leg. The next section of the leg is visible inside.

  • The next leg section about to be removed, with the nylon sliders shown

    The next leg section about to be removed, with the nylon sliders shown

  • Separated  leg segments with the spacers.

    Separated leg segments with the spacers.

  • Disassembled Leg, showing bushing and thrust washers.

    Disassembled Leg, showing bushing and thrust washers.

  • Shortened tripod version

Short Stance - 16.2"
Tall Stance (column not extended) - 41.5"
Weight - 4.2 lbs

    Shortened tripod version Short Stance - 16.2" Tall Stance (column not extended) - 41.5" Weight - 4.2 lbs

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    The next leg section about to be removed, with the nylon sliders shown
    Separated  leg segments with the spacers.
    Disassembled Leg, showing bushing and thrust washers.