The aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head uses Sachtler's truly innovative SpeedLevel technology to provide almost instant mounting and leveling of your camera rig on Sachtler 100mm tripod legs. The clamp and stud SpeedLevel system saves precious time leveling your camera rig by eliminating the need to screw on a tie-down knob. Designed for documentary, news, and corporate production, the aktiv10 supports camera rigs weighing up to 26.5 pounds. This 100mm ball fluid head also features 15 steps of counterbalance, seven steps of pan and tilt drag, and zero settings for both balance and drag.

The proprietary Sachtler SpeedLevel technology replaces the traditional head screw and tie-down design with a strong clamp built into the head bowl and a stud component that clamps onto your tripod bowl or other mounting platform, such as a slider. Simply grasp the large lever on the head and pull it up to release the clamp, then press it down to lock your head in place. Partially lifting the lever allows you to quickly and easily level the head.

When used with a separately available flowtech tripod, the aktiv10 enables you to spread the legs flat for extremely low shots without a tie-down knob getting in the way. You can also mount your head directly onto a slider using a separately available aktiv system stud that screws onto support systems with a 3/8"-16 threaded stud.

The active 10's PrismBubble is a built-in prism level with two viewing windows that enable you to more easily level the head when the legs are at set at maximum height or at an awkward angle. The bubble level also has two levels of illumination—press once to light up the bubble level or hold longer to illuminate both the bubble level and the counterbalance and drag settings, a boon when working in darker environments.

Mount your camera using the included Sideload Plate S that has both a 1/4-20 camera screw and a locating pin to prevent twisting. With a sliding range of 4.7", this head balances quickly to accommodate variously configured rigs. The Sachtler aktiv10 head also features a detachable pan bar that can be mounted onto the rosettes on either the right or left side of the head.

aktiv10 Sideload Fluid Head    flowtech 100 Tripod, Mid Spreader & Bag    SpeedSwap Clamp-Style Base    SpeedLevel Technology

The aktiv10 is compatible with Sachtler 100mm tripods (flowtech 100, ENG 2 CF, ENG 2D, ENG 2 CF HD, SpeedLock, and SpeedLock CF HD)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work with the Sachtler FSB 8 Mk II head?

A: No, the Sachtler Tie-Down for flowtech 100 will only work with 100mm heads. The correct tiedown is listed below. Sachtler 75mm Tie-Down Knob for FSB 75 and FSB 75 MKII Heads BH #SA75TD

Q: 2. Will this work with a Sachtler FSB-8 fluid head?

A: It is our understanding that all recent Sachtler tie-downs are the same so this should work just fine.

Q: 3. Is there a spreader on this tripod?

A: BH #SAS20560001 is the Mid-Level Carbon Fiber Spreader for flowtech 100. https://bhpho.to/2U4koTB

Q: 4. Will the mid level spreader that came on my ENG CF-1 legs fit on this CF-2 set of legs?

A: The spreader model that supports the Sachtler CF-100ENG 2CF tripod in this kit is # 7007. Sachtler Mid-Level Spreader for Select 100/150mm Tripod Legs BH #SASP100OG • MFR #7007 https://bhpho.to/3E8MEfx

Q: 5. ANy slider adapter for this tripod like there is with the 75mm head ones?

A: there isn't a specific adapter for it but the specs state it is a 100 mm Half Ball so in theory a standard 100 mm Half Ball adapter will work

Q: 6. Is there a way to convert the bowl to 75mm? Because I like the payload capacity of the flowtech 100 more than that of the 75

A: Yes, the Sachtler flowtech 100 MS Carbon Fiber Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader & Rubber Feet will accept 75mm heads when using the Sachtler Adapter 75/100 for flowtech100 Kit. Sachtler Adapter 75/100 for flowtech100 Kit BH #SAS20521101 https://bhpho.to/41zHTVB

Q: 7. Does this come with the ground spreader? feedback says No, title says Yes

A: A purchase of the Sachtler System aktiv10T & flowtech 100 with Ground Spreader from B&H is supposed to included the following: Sachtler aktiv10T Touch & Go Fluid Head with SpeedLevel & 7-Step Drag (100mm) Sachtler Pan Handle DV 75 Sachtler 0364 Touch & Go Quick Release Plate Sachtler aktiv Bowl Connector V2 (100mm) CR2032 Battery Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Registration Extension: 1-Year Sachtler flowtech 100 mm Carbon Fiber Tripod (Ground Spreader) Sachtler Attachment Mount for flowtech 75 Tripod Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Registration Extension: 2-Year (US Only) Sachtler Rotating Carry Handle for flowtech Tripods with aktiv Heads Allen Key Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Sachtler Attachment Mount for flowtech 75 Tripod Sachtler ENG 2 Padded Bag Shoulder Strap Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Registration Extension: 2-Year (US Only) If you purchase the Sachtler System aktiv10T & flowtech 100 with Ground Spreader (BH #SAS2072TFTGS) from us and one of the items in not included, please reach out so that we can send them to you.

Q: 8. What is the weight capacity of the Flowtech 100 tripod? For example, will it support a Sachtler 20 S1 head and a 40lb camera?

A: The max weight the Flowtech 100 can handle is 66.1lbs. The Sachtler Video 20S1's 9 lbs plus the 40lb payload still leaves 17lbs of headroom when using the Sachtler Flowtech 100mm legs.

Q: 9. Will this work with the Sachtler FSB 10 head? Thanks!

A: Yes, the Sachtler Tie-Down for flowtech 100 Tripod can tie down the Sachtler FSB 10 Mark II Fluid Head with Sideload Mechanism (100mm).

Q: 10. Will this tie down work with Oconnor 1030/515 fluid heads?

A: The Sachtler Tie-Down for flowtech 100 Tripod is only designed to work and be compatible with Sachtler fluid heads.