{"product_id":"libec-75mm-ball-and-flat-base-video-head-long-plate-s-included-payload-10kg","title":"Libec 75mm ball and flat base video head, Long Plate S included, payload 10kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_c8f4b8c49eb93fe6\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLibec NH40 Professional Fluid Head: Premium Dual-Base Precision with Long Plate S\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eIn modern digital cinema and professional broadcasting, a fluid head must adapt instantly to different support systems without sacrificing control. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003eLibec NH40 75mm Ball and Flat Base Video Head\u003c\/b\u003e is engineered precisely to meet this need. Serving as the core of Libec's high-performance NX series, this Japanese-engineered head supports a generous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"350\"\u003epayload capacity of 10kg (22 lbs)\u003c\/b\u003e and comes bundled with the expanded \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"420\"\u003eLong Plate S\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWhether you are configuring a fully rigged cinema package, a handheld broadcast camcorder, or a modern mirrorless system heavily outfitted with wireless production accessories, the NH40 provides absolute stability and silky-smooth operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Versatility of the Hybrid Dual-Base Platform\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTraditional fluid heads limit your mounting choices, forcing you to use a ball base for tripods or a flat base for sliders. Libec eliminates this restriction with its innovative \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003eDual-Head mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"211\"\u003e75mm half-ball base with an integrated flat bottom\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOn a Tripod:\u003c\/b\u003e Drop the 75mm half-ball directly into standard 75mm bowl tripod legs for traditional, rapid leveling on rugged outdoor terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOn Alternative Rigs:\u003c\/b\u003e Unscrew the lower bowl clamp to reveal standard 3\/8\"-16 flat-mount threads. This allows you to attach the NH40 directly to flat-base linear sliders (like the Libec ALX series), skater dollies, jibs, or heavy-duty photo monopods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdjustable Clamp Spacer:\u003c\/b\u003e By removing the modular spacer from the bowl clamp assembly, the length of the insertion thread is extended, drastically expanding the range of third-party grip gear and accessories that can be securely locked to the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBundled Long Plate S: Expanded Sliding Balance Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAchieving proper operational balance with heavily customized camera packages can be a major challenge. Front-heavy cinema zooms or rear-heavy V-mount battery blocks shift the rig’s center of gravity drastically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTo solve this, the NH40 includes the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eLong Plate S (Long Sliding Plate)\u003c\/b\u003e. This premium plate extends the standard adjustment channel up to a generous sliding range of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"165\"\u003e+\/- 85mm (+\/- 3.3\")\u003c\/b\u003e. It accommodates both 1\/4\"-20 and 3\/8\"-16 camera mounting configurations and includes a rubberized locating pin. This expanded surface area lets you slide your camera package significantly further forward or backward until it balances at absolute zero gravity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOne-Touch Sideload Quick Release Action\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eTime on set is a finite resource. The NH40 simplifies camera swaps via a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eone-touch snap-in quick-release plate\u003c\/b\u003e system. Instead of carefully sliding a heavy camera package from the rear of the head, operators can drop the setup straight down into the locking mechanism from above, where it snaps securely into place. Best of all, the sideload architecture is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"358\"\u003efully cross-compatible with select industry-standard Manfrotto and Sachtler heads\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing for rapid cross-platform equipment changes on multi-camera sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMultilayered Metal Structure Drag Unit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eCheap fluid heads rely on basic plastic parts that stutter under heavy loads. The NH40 utilizes Libec's advanced \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"\u003emultilayered metal structure drag unit\u003c\/b\u003e. This premium architecture provides distinct operational advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Step Selective Drag:\u003c\/b\u003e Operators can toggle between three discrete steps of pan and tilt resistance (plus a zero \"free\" mode for rapid whip-pans).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJitter-Free Tracking:\u003c\/b\u003e The internal metal laminations completely eliminate microscopic stutters and sudden jerky resistance at the start and end of a camera sweep, delivering pristine, broadcast-quality panning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExtreme Temperature Resilience:\u003c\/b\u003e Using high-grade silicone grease, the drag system behaves identically in severe weather conditions ranging from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003e-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring the head never stiffens in sub-zero temperatures or slips in high desert heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5-Step Variable Counterbalance System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eTo effectively manage camera packages up to 10kg, the NH40 features a highly accurate \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003e5-step variable counterbalance mechanism\u003c\/b\u003e (plus a zero \"free\" setting). Turning the tactical selector dial modulates the internal spring tension to match the exact weight of your camera rig. When calibrated correctly, the camera remains completely motionless the moment you release the pan handles, preventing dangerous forward or backward tilting slumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThoughtful Field Ergonomics \u0026amp; Utility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLED-Illuminated Bubble Level:\u003c\/b\u003e A integrated push-button blue LED clearly illuminates the level bubble, allowing for level horizons even in pitch-black theatrical venues or night-time exterior environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual Side Accessory Ports:\u003c\/b\u003e The main head casting features integrated 1\/4\"-20 and 3\/8\"-16 female thread ports on the left side, allowing you to rigidly attach articulated arms, external monitors, or wireless video transmitters directly to the head without cluttering your camera cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual Pan Handle Rosettes:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a high-grip pan handle that can be securely locked via steel rosettes onto either the right or left side of the head, facilitating dual-handle studio operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Technical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Libec NH40 Fluid Head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFitting Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-Base (75mm Half-Ball \/ 3\/8\"-16 Flat Base Thread)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Payload Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 kg \/ 22.0 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncluded Accessory:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eLong Plate S\u003c\/b\u003e (+\/- 85mm \/ 3.3\" Sliding Balance Range)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCounterbalance Modes:\u003c\/b\u003e 5-Step Selectable plus \"Free\" Zero Mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrag Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-Step Selectable plus \"Free\" Zero Mode (Pan \u0026amp; Tilt)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrag Mechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium Multilayered Metal Structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTilt Angle Capability:\u003c\/b\u003e +90° to -70°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLeveling Feature:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in LED-Illuminated Bubble Level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccessory Mounting:\u003c\/b\u003e Left-Side 1\/4\"-20 and 3\/8\"-16 Screw Holes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Super lightweight relative to its strength at only 1.8 kg \/ 4.0 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Choose the Libec NH40 Fluid Head System?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eIf you are searching for an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eSEO-friendly camera support\u003c\/b\u003e investment that bridges the gap between travel mobility and high-capacity studio precision, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003eLibec NH40\u003c\/b\u003e is the ultimate solution. 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