The ARRI BUD-3 Balance Utility Dovetail attaches to the bottom of your ALEXA Mini LF via Dovetail connection and provides additional mounting points to integrate ALEXA 35 accessories. The plate features captive mounting screws and provides balance and security to your setup. Attach ALEXA Mini side brackets, an RAB-1 accessory bracket, or an RAB-3 accessory bracket to the BUD-3.

Dovetail Plate for ALEXA Mini LF    Captive Mounting Screws    Incorporate ALEXA 35 Accessories    Provides Balance and Security

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Are these cards waterproof? I'd like to take them diving.

A: While they are coated for normal wear and tear, these are not made for underwater use. I would instead recommend Amphibico Aluminum White Balance & Color Chart - 7 x 11 (B&H # AMACWB0711) which is specifically made for diving. A low end solution would be a simple piece of duct tap on a fin.

Q: 2. Will this mount onto the Celestron 8" Accessory Dovetail Bar?

A: The Losmandy Dovetail Saddle Adapter Bracket BH #LODVA • MFR #DVA will work wit the Celestron dovetail bar.

Q: 3. How long will this lamp run on brand new AA batteries?

A: Unfortunately Carson does not provide the battery life spec on the LF-10 model but it would be at least a couple dozen hours.

Q: 4. Will it fit an older Aluminum Manfrotto tripod?

A: The Manfrotto 166 Tripod Utility Apron straps onto the tripod legs. It will work on a wide variety of tripods, old and new.

Q: 5. Can it be used to balance weight when the tripod is on uneven ground?

A: Yes, it can be. The Manfrotto 166 Tripod Utility Apron can be used to hold a sandbag or stones when you need to add some stability to the tripod.

Q: 6. How much is postage to Australia, Brisbane, 4017 for Manfrotto 166 Tripod Utility Apron ?

A: You may calculate your actual shipping options/order totals by adding the items you want to a shopping cart. It will then list the shipping options, descriptions, ETA's and fees to your location.

Q: 7. Are the cards rigid or floppy? Do they bend when held up by the subject, or do they remain flat/taught?

A: The cards are rigid.

Q: 8. My canon xti 400D says to use a sheet of white paper. Will this enhance my white balance even more or throw it off since it's gray?

A: The grey card is superior to using a sheet of white paper since there are so many types of paper. The grey card is calibrated. The one which was illustrated is the one I use and Ithink it is a good one. I have come across at least one which was off. SL

Q: 9. Can a SmallRig X-H2S cage be mounted to this with two 1/4-20" screws? I see there are two other holes

A: Yes, the SmallRig Camera Cage for FUJIFILM X-H2S has both 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 receiving points to accommodate the SmallRig 15mm Dovetail Baseplate.

Q: 10. Does this fit a post with a 2" diameter?

A: The manufacturer specs do not explicitly define this and we cannot physically confirm as this is a new product that is yet unavailable in our warehouses.