{"product_id":"libec-professional-video-monopod-for-free-stand-operations-with-padded-bag-payload-8kg","title":"Libec Professional video monopod for free-stand operations with padded bag, payload 8kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_409c9cfc78b6a6a7\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-19\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43\"\u003eThe product that perfectly matches these specifications is the standalone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43\"\u003eLibec TH-M Professional Hands-Free Monopod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-43 citation-end-43\"\u003e (successor to the popular HFMP model).\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-20\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-42 citation-end-42\"\u003eWhile it is frequently sold as part of a complete system with a fluid head (the TH-M KIT), the standalone monopod unit includes the free-standing base assembly and a dedicated padded transport case.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It is engineered with a standalone column payload capacity of \u003cb\u003e8.0 kg (17.6 lbs)\u003c\/b\u003e, providing heavy-duty support for advanced mirrorless setups, professional DSLRs, or handheld compact cinema packages. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. The Core Innovation: \"Perfect Lock\" Free-Standing Base\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-21\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-41 citation-end-41\"\u003eThe hallmark of the TH-M is its foot-actuated mini-tripod base system, built to maximize speed and convenience on busy sets:\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-22\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-40\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-40\"\u003eStep-Lock Foot Pedals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-40 citation-end-40\"\u003e The base features three symmetrical, high-traction foot pedals.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Stepping on a pedal instantly locks the integrated bottom ball joint completely straight, letting the monopod stand vertically entirely on its own. This hands-free state lets you quickly step away to tweak lighting, manage wireless mic systems, or adjust on-camera settings without laying your rig on the floor. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-23\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFluid Swivel Release:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e Clicking the pedal loose opens up a lubricated internal ball joint system, allowing for smooth \u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$360^\\circ$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-38 citation-end-38\"\u003e panoramic panning rotation and a \u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm20^\\circ$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-37 citation-end-37\"\u003e tilt-pivot range for dynamic tracking shots.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-24\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy-to-Clean Base Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-36 citation-end-36\"\u003e Unlike competitive travel pods with delicate, enclosed pivot systems that seize up when exposed to outdoor elements, Libec redesigned the TH-M base so it can be easily disassembled to clear out dirt, sand, mud, or debris after harsh exterior shoots.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Retractable Dual-Size Head Attachment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure compatibility across a broad spectrum of production equipment, Libec engineered a specialized multi-thread head plate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-25\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Nested Screw Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Natively, the top plate features a standard \u003cb\u003e1\/4\"-20 threaded screw\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-35\"\u003eHowever, it is encased by a spring-loaded, retractable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-35\"\u003e3\/8\"-16 threaded outer socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-35 citation-end-35\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeamless Interchanging:\u003c\/b\u003e If you want to drop a camera directly onto the column, the 3\/8\" socket retracts down. If you mount a larger professional fluid head or small slider track, the 3\/8\" thread grabs hold immediately, eliminating the need for loose adapter bushings that can easily get lost in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Ergonomic Column \u0026amp; Height Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-26\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34\"\u003eNumeric Height Indicators:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34 citation-end-34\"\u003e The 2-stage, 3-section aluminum legs feature visible silkscreened numeric line marks along the tubes.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e If you consistently shoot from a specific height (like eye-level or chest-level interview framing), you can instantly match your favorite setting without guessing. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_12ce66d6bca50c4f-27\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-33\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-33\"\u003eSpeedy Open\/Close Base Legs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-33 citation-end-33\"\u003e The three low-profile fold-out legs at the bottom lock out securely when opened and fold flat against the main column at the press of a single mechanical release button.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSecure Grip Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e The top section of the thick-walled aluminum tube is wrapped in a high-density rubber traction sleeve, offering a secure grip during fast movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Technical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLibec TH-M Standalone Monopod Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOfficial Model Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLibec TH-M\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Rated Payload\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e8.0 kg \/ 17.6 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003e(Note: Standalone column maximum payload)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Operating Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e176.0 cm \/ 69.3 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimum Operating Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e74.0 cm \/ 29.1 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeg Section Count\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-Stage \/ 3-Section Column Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTelescopic Leg Lock Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErgonomic Mechanical Flip-Levers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHead Interface Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetractable Dual-Size System (1\/4\"-20 \u0026amp; 3\/8\"-16 Threads)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMain Tube Diameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e34.0mm (Upper) \/ 29.5mm (Mid) \/ 25.0mm (Low)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eNet Hardware Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.8 kg \/ 4.0 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Factory Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-Size Padded Carrying Bag with Shoulder Strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOperational Safety Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e While the monopod is safely rated to support up to an 8kg payload while an operator is holding the pan handle, do not leave heavy, top-heavy cinema rigs completely unattended in the \"Hands-Free\" locked state, especially in windy environments or on uneven ground surfaces where the physical center of gravity shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Libec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52072913535278,"sku":"LIB-TH-M","price":5897.2,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/0157\/2910\/files\/TH-M_2_413462f6-966e-4fd8-8c5d-902435b04b49.png?v=1781702912","url":"https:\/\/shopvisuals.tv\/products\/libec-professional-video-monopod-for-free-stand-operations-with-padded-bag-payload-8kg","provider":"ShopVisuals.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}