Practical Notes: Slider Kit and Libec ALX S8 KIT Head, Tripod,

Product at a Glance

The ALX S8 KIT from Libec is a unit slider setup comprising the ALX T 2-stage aluminum support, ALX H smooth assembly, and ALX S8 slider. The slider uses eight roller bearings to deliver smooth camera slides, with a maximum travel distance of 28". Because of its 75mm ball starting with flat bottom, the slider can be mounted straight to the ALX T tripod's 75mm bowl or to a flat starting tripod or a smooth head.
The ALX T support gives you working height range of 23.6 to 59" and incorporates a telescoping mid-level spreader for enhanced leg stiffness. The supplied ALX H fluid head accommodates loads up to 9 lb and, such as the ALX S8 slider, has a hybrid 75mm ball and flat starting that permits you to fitting it on the support or the slider carriage to attach pan and tilt movement to your slides. As part of this kit, padded carrying cases are supplied for both the support arrangement and the slider. Contact UBMS to get the best price. Buy ALX S8 KIT from UBMS Dubai.

Libec ALX H Dual-Base Fluid Head: Guide

Compatible with both flat and ball-base hardware, the Libec ALX H Smooth Head is a versatile support head for footage production. The ALX H base incorporates a standard 75mm ball-base with a flattened region containing a standard 3/8"-16 threaded hole for installation to standard flat-mount hardware identified on space-efficient sliders and other grip hardware. Pan and tilt use fixed-strength fluid drag, paired with a fixed counterbalance. The head's build enables a wide +90° (down)/-80° (up) tilt selection. Every axis can be locked down for extra support during stationary pictures. Both sides of the support head function rosettes for attaching the supplied pan handle on the desired side. The body connects to the supplied moving snap-in plate, which by default holds a 1/4"-20 screw and a guiding pin. A 3/8"-16 screw is supplied and can be stowed underneath the body plate whenever not in use.

• Dual-base head with a 75mm ball base and flat base
• Tilt lock
• Includes quick release camera plate and dual-side rosette mount pan handle
• Rosette adapters on both sides
• Fixed counterbalance and drag
• Illuminated bubble level

Libec ALX T Aluminum Tripod: Mid-Level Spreader (75mm Bowl)

Get the support you requirement for your heavy cinematic production camera kit by using this ALX T Aluminum Support with Mid-Level Spreader from Libec. The ALX T can support up to 55 lb and includes a 75mm bowl fitting for holding a wide selection of heads. The standard two-stage legs have a height selection of 23.5 to 59", whereas a telescopic mid-level spreader is provided for added support and fast setup. The tripod additionally has rubber feet with built-in metal spikes for working on both level surfaces and rough outdoor settings. Additionally, it weighs 5.5 lb.

Libec ALX S8 Slider (32.6"): Guide

The Libec ALX S8 is a 32.6" long capture device slider that provides a built-in 75mm ball starting with a flat bottom, allowing it to be mounted straight to 75mm bowl smooth heads as well as flat-base heads. when used on tabletop or flat surface through, the slider has a maximum load rating of 33 lb. For level and wobble-free operation, the carriage integrates eight roller bearings placed on the rail top and along the sides at angles. A spring-loaded friction knob enables you to refine slide tension, whereas a brake knob will locking mechanism the carriage in position at any position on the rails. with the supplied hexagon wrench, you can refine the pushing force that the ball bearing exerts on the rail.
Both slider ends provide 1/4-inch-20 and 3/8-inch-16 threads plus an accessory rosette for several accessories. If you will be through the slider on the terrain or tabletop, the slider contains built-in legs with height-adjustable feet to accommodate non-level terrain. For compact transport, the legs fold alongside the slider and lock in position with thumb knobs. Fully removing the knobs releases the legs and permits the 32.6-inch rail to be exchanged for separately provided 15.5" or 47" rail lengths.

Feature Highlights

• 28" slide range with a 33 lb payload
• 33 lb load capacity when used on a tabletop or flat surface
• Dual-base tripod mount adapter and bowl clamp for mounting on a tripod with a flat-base or 75mm ball head
• Eight high-performance ball bearings on the top and sides allow for smooth, wobble-free motion
• Tension/friction knob, brake knob, and bubble level
• 32.6" rail can be swapped for optional 15.5" or 47" rail lengths
• Collapsible tabletop legs for easy setup and storage
• Height-adjustable feet
• Includes padded carrying case with fixing handle and maintenance kit