This End Hook from Velbon is a spare or replacement hook for select Velbon Tripods. Made of sturdy and lightweight aluminum, it has a protective chrome finish. This hook is 7cm long and a threaded socket for easy mounting. This hook allows weight to be suspended underneath a tripod to increase stability.

End Hook for Select Velbon Tripods

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the thread size & pitch (e.g. 1/4-20) that this hook fits?

A: The inner thread on the Velbon Aluminum End Hook is 1/4-20".

Q: 2. Will this support a Nikon D610 w/Nikon Nikkor 28-300 lens hands free?

A: I am not sure why do you want to use this tripod with that system, I under stood that this tripod is for mainly for macro photo or table-top photo, I'd rather go regular size tripod if I use your lens, How about check your gear weight and tripod spec?

Q: 3. How smooth is the head? Would like to use for wildlife video and need decent smoothness. Nothing professional, but would like it to be decent.

A: It is not too bad. Keeping the tension bolt tight can cause some rough movements. Too loose it will fall. It can be done with right adjustment

Q: 4. Can the stud be turned and reoriented by loosening the bolt?

A: I havent tried that but the j hook rotates freely for different mounting options. Hope this helps.

Q: 5. What is the minimum shooting height with this tripod

A: The minimum shooting height on this tripod is 8 inches.

Q: 6. The Cardellini website lists the shaft length of this item as 11", not 13" as stated here. Which is correct?

A: The total length of the Cardlini is 11"the rod length is 9"

Q: 7. Can we use it for phone

A: Yes, but the following cradle is needed in order to mount mobile devices. Oben ASPTA-20 Smartphone Tripod Adapter BH #OBASPTA20 • MFR #ASPTA-20 https://bhpho.to/3pcxLDz

Q: 8. Would this tripod hold a Canon T5i with a Tamron 60mm macro lens, aiming straight down, without toppling over?

A: The Valbon EX-Mini has a load capacity of 3.3 pounds, which will support a Canon T5i and Tamron 60mm macro lens.

Q: 9. I have a Velbon Carmagne 640 tripod. Will this hook fit it?

A: The Velbon EL Carmagne 640 Tripod is not compatible with the Velbon Aluminum End Hook.

Q: 10. Does this tripod have rubber feet? I'm trying to find something that would not slide on a smooth surface.

A: Yes. The feet on the EX-Mini (at the time that I bought mine) are rubberized. There may be surfaces on which they would still slide, but I tried it on wood, plastic and glass without slipping.Hope this helps.