Featuring an 85mm outer diameter, the Desmond Flat 3/8" Stud Adapter is compatible with Gitzo Series 5 tripods, which have a matching 85mm opening for tripod heads. It also fits the Desmond Cradle 360 riser. The adapter is made of metal and has a safety groove, set screw, and sandbag hook.

Safety Groove    Set Screw    Sandbag Hook    Metal Construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the lifting weight capacity rating for this center column when mounted on a Gitzo series 5 long carbon fibre tripod?

A: The load capacity for this column is 55 lbs.

Q: 2. Can this be inverted for low angle shooting? Thanks!

A: Hello Eric - Yes! At the the bottom of the column is a small hook for hanging a sandbag...you will need to unscrew this first to remove the column. Once removed, simply loosen the collar, pull out the column and reinstall in the upside-down position. I would suggest reinstalling the sandbag hook to prevent the column from sliding though the collar while upside down.

Q: 3. 2 Questions: 1. what is the diameter of the pole portion of this column? 2. Is the hook at the bottom threaded on with a 3/8 thread screw?

A: The diameter is 1.4" and threading for the hood is 3/8".

Q: 4. Does the top disk have a set screw to secure a ball head from spinning?

A: Yes the Gitzo GS5513S Rapid Center Column for Series 5 Systematic Tripods has set screws to secure a tripod head.

Q: 5. is that fit for GT5563GS ?

A: Hi--yes, this is compatible with Gitzo GT5563GS

Q: 6. I own a GT3540LS with a GS3511S centre column that is no longer functioning properly. Will this column replace and fit my older generation tripod?

A: Yes.

Q: 7. With this column fully down, how tall is the portion that protrudes above the spider? (lock-collar and the top-pad of the column?)

A: Hi Robert, with the column fully retracted, it is 2 inches from the legs to the mounting plate. I use it on the Series 5 tripod.

Q: 8. What is the Gitzo head/accessory (?) that was used here in the photos posted by Basis which enables lateral movement of the column? Gitzo part number or the link?

A: The pictures show the G541 right angle bracket.

Q: 9. What is the diameter of the top disk where the camera or ball head attaches?

A: With our calipers, we measured 60.36mm / 2.37 inches.

Q: 10. a) What is the minimum height of the top surface of this geared column above the top surface of the tripod’s platform? (b) Can I install this center column upside-down so the camera is under the tripod’s platform?

A: No.